Book it Now in NE1
January has already been a fun-filled month in NE1 but with February hot on our heels it’s time to check out some of the events on their way to our city. If you are up for a fantastic February and a mint March then book up these events now. Pen out, diaries at the ready . . .
HEDDA GABLER
13-17 FEBRUARY
Head to the Theatre Royal for the gritty and invigorating production of Hedda Gabler. Join newlyweds Hedda and Tesman as they return home from their honeymoon with cracks already breaking in their new relationship. Watch the world around them unravel in this thrilling masterpiece by Olivier Award-winning playwright Patrick Marber and Tony Award winner director
Ivo van Hove. Tickets from £14.50.
Theatre Royal, theatreroyal.co.uk
CHINESE NEW YEAR
18 FEBRUARY
Celebrate the ‘Year of the Dog’ this February as the stunning parade returns to NE1 including: dragon and unicorn dances, a traditional lion, flag wavers, themed floats and inspiring drumming. NE1 are rounding up 50 lucky volunteers to take part in the parade as individuals or as a group. Costumes and training will be provided prior to the parade that will weave through the city on Sunday 18th February following the New Year celebrations on Friday 16th. There are no age restrictions or requirements - just come along and enjoy the glittering parade as part of the drumming or dancing troupes.
To register, please send an email to: [email protected]
MICHAEL GIRA (SWANS) / OKKYUNG LEE
20 FEBRUARY
Michael Gira of Swans is in the North East this February as part of his solo tour. He’ll be at Boiler Shop on 20 February - alone on stage with ‘a dead piece of wood and some wires’ after challenging himself to go solo years ago. He plays the guitar his own way and he’s set to arrive with new material for the next phase of Swans. A must-see show with support from Okkyung Lee.
Tickets £15, 7pm - 11pm.
Boiler Shop, boilershop.net
AN EVENING WITH KEVIN KEEGAN
28 FEBRUARY
Sit back and relax as Grosvenor Casino Newcastle presents An Evening with Kevin Keegan. Listen to some fabulous tales as Kevin recalls his most memorable moments at the club. With only 80 tickets on sale, you will be up close and personal with the man of the evening. Enjoy Kevin’s stories alongside a delicious three-course meal at this once-in-a-lifetime night. Upgrade to a VIP ticket for the chance to meet Kevin, get a signed picture with him and a branded scarf. A fun-filled night for footie fans. Standard tickets £50, VIP £70.
Grosvenor Casino, grosvenorcasinos.com
Ed Sheeran Tribute dinner & show
3 MARCH
Grab a table upstairs in Grosvenor Casino Newcastle and get ready for a unique evening packed full of our favourite redhead’s hits with a tribute act who promises to deliver the full Ed Sheeran experience! You can expect beat-boxing, rapping and vocal effects, where every song performed is its own show and comes to life live on stage. The dinner and show event will be held upstairs with a reserved table for the evening and a two-course feast to tuck into. Get it in the diary. Tickets £20, 7pm.
Grosvenor Casino, grosvenorcasinos.com
FOREVERLAND
9 MARCH
A magical touring circus is coming to Newcastle this year and partygoers can expect a paranormal playground like nowhere else in the city. Join the Foreverland party at Digital this March, where all your troubles disappear and you venture off to a new place where you never have to grow up. You’ll go on an adventure through music, time and space as DJs spin records, circus acts perform and the décor dazzles from start to finish. You won’t want to miss out on the party of the year. It’s time to explore the playground…
Tickets £13.50 + booking fee.
Digital, yourfutureisdigital.com
PALOMA FAITH
9 MARCH
The sensational Paloma Faith will be performing her new album, The Architect at the Metro Radio Arena this March. Expect to be blown away by powerful words, sweeping orchestral tracks, smooth soul, sleek disco grooves and stomping electro pop. Her lyrics confront world problems, anxiety, motherhood, wealth inequality and the impact of technology. A thought provoking set and a must-see show!
Metro Radio Arena, tickets from £38.50.
Stereophonics
12 MARCH
Get ready for an evening with one of Britain’s best live bands, the Stereophonics. Join them as they perform their eagerly anticipated tenth studio album to a lively North East audience. ‘Scream Above The Sounds’ was primarily recorded in the band’s HQ in West London with a further session at RAK Studios. Created with the help of regular collaborator, Jim Lowe, it’s an album in which creative sonic touches add to the band’s emphasis on songwriting and melody. Brilliant music and an even better evening! Tickets £35.70, £48.90 & £60.00 , 7.30pm.
Metro Radio Arena, metroradioarena.co.uk
THE JUNGLE BOOK
27-31 MARCH
Go on an unforgettable journey to the jungle with Mowgli as he battles for survival alongside his trusty friends Bagheera the panther, Baloo the bear and Kaa the python. A lovely coming-of-age tale about friendship, belonging and identity for all the family to enjoy. The Rudyard Kipling family classic adapted by Olivier Award-winning Jessica Swale, features live music on stage created by Joe Stilgoe and is directed by Max Webster. With brilliant storytelling, a colourful stage set and a beautiful story, the show is set to be hit!
Theatre Royal, tickets from £12.
THE FRATELLIS
30 MARCH
Get ready for an epic mix of old favourites such as Chelsea Dagger and Henrietta combined with the new sounds of modern anthems from the Scottish trio. Coinciding with their fifth album, In Your Own Sweet Time, The Fratellis will be heading out on a headline UK tour visiting Newcastle in March. Get booking! O2 Academy, tickets for £20.20.
MAKER FAIRE UK 2018
28 – 29 APRIL
Maker Faire UK will be back at the Life Science Centre this April and it’s a must on your social calendar! New to Maker Faire? Think of it as the greatest show and tell on the planet. It’s a two-day family-friendly festival showcasing some of the greatest inventions and creative makers out there with over 300 inspiring people to chat to. Visitors will get the chance to explore new installations, pick up top tips from crafts people and find out just how the wonderful world of science and technology works from an inventor’s perspective. Round up the troops and spend a day at this inspiring show! Adults £8, children aged 5-7 £6, children aged 4 and under go free.
Life Science Centre, life.org.uk
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