Monday Digest: What's On In NE1 This Week?
Whether you're looking for family fun, theatre thrills, music moments, foodie highlights or cultural stuff, we've got you covered with some of this week's best bits in NE1!
MONDAY 7 OCTOBER - SUNDAY 13 OCTOBER 2019
THEATRE >>
IMPRACTICAL JOKERS “THE CRANJIS MCBASKETBALL WORLD COMEDY TOUR” STARRING THE TENDERLOINS
UTILITA ARENA
12 OCTOBER
Our four favourite pranksters are back in NE1 and their show is an absolute must for your autumn diaries! Join James ‘Murr’ Murray, Brian ‘Q’ Quinn, Joe Gatto and Sal Vulcano on their "The Cranjis McBasketball World Comedy Tour" - bringing jokes, pranks and plenty of banter to the Utilita Arena stage for one night only!
The foursome’s outrageous hidden- camera dares have caused quite the stir over the years - and now they are some of the funniest folk on TV. Don’t miss out on the chance to see them live in Newcastle!
FOOD & DRINK >>
DOBSON & PARNELL
25% OFF LUNCH DURING AUTUMN!
Wander down to the Quayside this season for an award-winning lunch. Recently championed in the Michelin Guide 2019, Dobson & Parnell are offering foodies 25% off their lunch on Thursdays and Fridays! Giving punters a fine-dining experience at an affordable price, guests can enjoy loads of tasty treats, including line-caught Cornish mackerel with avocado and chilli crème fraiche. If fish isn't your thing, why not tuck into tender ham hock terrine with fruity plum and apple chutney before finishing with strawberry and elderflower Eton Mess? Available on the restaurant’s daily set menu, all you have to do is sign up to The Whole Hog Food Club to receive the discount! Do it now!
FAMILY >>
MESSY PLAY AT BALTIC
NEWCASTLE
14 OCTOBER
Say yes to mess this October at BALTIC. Join multi award-winning pre-school company, Little Learners, as they arrive for an hour of educational messy play. Encouraging children to explore the world through sensory experiences and various movements, get involved with paint splashing, squeeze tonnes of Play-Doh and giggle away at bubble bursting! Recommended for babies who can sit unaided and pre-school children.
MUSIC >>
JAMES ARTHUR
O2 CITY HALL NEWCASTLE
14 OCTOBER
Fresh off the back of selling out arenas around the UK, North East superstar, James Arthur, has confirmed an exclusive date at the O2 City Hall Newcastle this October. The 2012 X Factor winner has embarked on packed arena tours around the UK and released two studio albums to date - and his third is coming very soon. The evening promises to be a joyous occasion filled with uplifting melodies and faultless vocals. Don’t miss out!
CULTURE >>
CLASSICS 4 KIDS: ALL ABOUT THE PIANO
SAGE GATESHEAD
12 OCTOBER
Settle in for an afternoon of keyboard wizardry as Lars Vogt visits Sage Gateshead to show off his incredible keyboard skills. Let youngsters loose as they learn all things piano from the director of the Royal Northern Sinfonia and enjoy free arts and craft activities. Keen musicians are invited to get involved with exciting instrument demonstrations, too. A perfect family fun day out!
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