BRITISH SCIENCE FESTIVAL IN NEWCASTLE

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1 WHAT S ON IN NEWCASTLE BRITISH SCIENCE FESTIVAL IN NEWCASTLE Star speakers and hundreds of events lined up across the city ON YOUR MARKS It s Great North Run time LIVING THE DREAM Northern Ballet s Midsummer Night s Dream YOUR FREE FORTNIGHTLY GUIDE 04 SEPT SEPT 2013

2 presents YOU RE IN NEWCASTLE Annual Fundraising Ball A truly unashamedly girls night out, the sassiest and most glamorous night of the year, hosted again by Steve and Karen from Metro Radio. Telephone: Girls up Town info@girlsuptownnewcastle.co.uk Visit: Friday 25th October 2013 Hilton Newcastle Gateshead - 6pm until late Supporting Cash for Kids and Hilton in the Community Foundation Dress up, have fun, enjoy and spoil yourself Tickets are priced at each or 700 for a table of 12 Ticket price includes: sparkling drinks reception, superb three-course dinner with wine, a fantastic night of live entertainment and surprises. As well as girly treats, grab a bag, unique shopping experiences and the ever popular holiday raffle. For enquiries and to book your table info@girlsuptownnewcastle.co.uk or call New this year - one lucky lady will be crowned Best Dressed - so here s your chance to glam up and strut your stuff! Stay overnight at Hilton Newcastle Gateshead for only for 2 people sharing a double/twin room. To book please call the hotel s in-house reservations team on YOUR FORTNIGHTLY GUIDE TO WHAT S ON And lo, after a summer so hot they had to move all the televised weather reports to post-watershed slots, the clouds, the football, and the relative normality of September returned to Newcastle. But just because the leaves are about to start dropping, doesn t mean your spirit should, and we here at NE1 Magazine are going to see to it that you remain as fresh and as sprightly as a spring lamb on some sort of wonderful hallucinogen. Some of us have even decided to donate our bodies to the Great North Run this year, and we ll be telling you how you can be a part of the crowd giving ourselves (and Mo Farah) the send-off our hours of panting through the city s parks deserves. If that s not an image to keep a smile plastered firmly on your face then we don t know what is. 04 NEWS All you need for a fun-filled fortnight 06 BRITISH SCIENCE FESTIVAL NEWCASTLE FEATURE Now for the science bit... star speakers and hundreds of events lined up 09 GREAT NORTH RUN FEATURE On your marks for the iconic half-marathon 10 GOALIE STEVE HARPER TOP 5 Plus details on his star-studded charity match PLUS All the highlights for the next two weeks your first stop shop for entertainment listings in Newcastle Editorial: room501 publishing Editor: Katharine Capocci Katharine@room501.co.uk Chief features writer: Adam Clery Adam@room501.co.uk Produced by room501 publishing on behalf of NE1 If you wish to submit a listing for inclusion please listings@ne1magazine.co.uk room501 Ltd Spectrum 6, Spectrum Business Park, Seaham, SR7 7TT For advertising call or sales@room501.co.uk All contents copyright 2013 room501 Ltd. All rights reserved. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, no responsibility can be accepted for inaccuracies, howsoever caused. No liability can be accepted for illustrations, photographs, artwork or advertising materials while in transmission or with the publisher or their agents. All information is correct at time of going to print, August facebook.com/getintonewcastle NE1 Ltd supporting business and events in Newcastle. 3

3 NEWS NEWS A NEW BREW PUB TO CHEER US ALL, BABYSHAMBLES ON TOUR AND THE STARTING PISTOL IS FIRED ON GREAT NORTH RUN CULTURE PROGRAMME DEMON BARBER NEW PREMISES If you ve noticed that sharp increase in the number of very slick haircuts and facial trimmings in the city centre, or better yet got some yourself, then you ll be more than familiar with The Demon Barber. But the husband and wife duo clearly have expansion on their mind, as they ve recently upped stocks from High Bridge and reopened some gorgeous premises at 3 Grainger Street. BABYSHAMBLES One man anecdote machine, hat stand, and some-time musician Peter Doherty takes a break from denying rumours he s living with Macauley Caulkin to bring his Babyshambles band on tour this month. They ll be stopping off across the land as they look to promote their long awaited third studio album, and come to Newcastle s O2 Academy on 5th September. Tickets are priced at METRO REOPENING After the frantic geography revision that inevitably accompanies relying on a bus replacement service, Nexus are very pleased to announce that they ve completed the latest part of their 385 million modernisation of the system. The 27-day line closure between Haymarket, Airport and Four Lane Ends, has seen an impressive 6km of track replaced, and means there should be fewer delays and a ride that s smoother than a silk sock full of single malt. MUSIC SLASH ART All the best movements are underground, and this latest endeavour from the people who brought you Hoults Yard s Unit 44 is no exception. Set in a two-tier basement on Hood Street, Music Slash Art is a brand new daytime creative space that evolves into a haven of good drinks and great music by night, with displays from some of the best outsider artists on the planet adorning the walls. QUICK JOKE THIS GIRL SAID THAT SHE WAS SURE SHE RECOGNISED ME FROM THE VEGETARIAN CLUB SHE GOES TO. BUT I REALLY DON T THINK I VE MET HERBIVORE. QUICK QUESTION FAVOURITE SHOPS IN TOWN FOR A SPENDING SPLURGE? Fenwick and John Lewis with all their franchises, plus Accessorize, Topshop and Guess in Eldon Square. LYDIA KITE, 55, GOSFORTH THE BRIDGE TAVERN Nestled under the Tyne Bridge there s something new brewing (quite literally, as it happens). Newcastle s first ever brew pub is set to open its doors in the middle of September, and Wylam Brewery are on board to serve a bespoke range of craft ales. There ll also be some hearty British comfort food, albeit it with a modern twist we re told. Sounds lush right? Well, it s all being kept under wraps at present, but the super secret launch date will be announced on their website. WINE ST NICHOLAS With years of experience, an army of attentive pupils, and a seat on the Association of Wine Educators, Helen Savage is basically a Jedi Master of vino. Prospective apprentices (that s pretty much all of us) have the chance to join her on 4th September in St Nicholas Cathedral s Lantern Cafe, for an evening of wine tasting, artisan breads, and the sharing and swilling of her considerable knowledge. VIRAL VIDEO The Man With The Guitar In His Mouth You ve all seen beat-boxing, right? Well, instead of drum beats, one man can produce the sounds of a distorted, gritty, electric guitar with his mouth instead... TOM STADE RETURNS TO THE STAND Now that the Fringe is over for another year and Edinburgh City Council ponders what to do with thousands of discarded flyers, the various performing arts circles return to their usual routine of getting around the country and plying their trade. So, fresh off the back of his smash-hit run at the festival, Canadian superstar Tom Stade makes a welcome return to The Stand. Join him for a refreshingly laid-back and unconventional ethos on life on Tuesday 17th September. Tickets 15. GREAT NORTH RUN CULTURE With Bupa s mass excursion across the region getting everyone on their starting blocks, it means we re also about to fire the starting pistol on the unique celebration of sport and art that is the Great North Run Culture. Launching their programme of events at Northumbria University s Sports Central, the likes of the Tyneside Cinema, BALTIC, Sage Gateshead, Live Theatre and TWAM have put together a wonderful mix of artist talks, performances and exhibitions which run right through until October. MISS Hostess and DJ at Boulevard Newcastle Hi there Miss Rory. First off, how would you describe yourself to the uninitiated? I m your host and DJ at Boulevard. Seven foot of sheer glamour, intelligence, beauty and wit. And I like gin. Oh, and I m a huge star. You re the venue s hostess and DJ, what does a job like that entail? I m the mouthpiece of the operation. It s my job to make sure you re entertained in between numbers. It also entails me looking fabulous and being hilariously funny. Luckily that comes easily. Just don t ask for naff music or I ll come after you. Boulevard s now well into the swing of its Summer Show, what can you tell us about it? It s an evening of the best choreography, humour and showbiz this side of Vegas. Betty Legs Diamond and the Broadway Dancers have pulled out all of the stops to give you the ultimate night out in our gorgeous venue. What are the other strings to your bow? I ve been busy this year appearing at Gran Canaria Pride and hosting both Leeds and Newcastle Pride. I can cook, refuse to clean, and have photos on my phone of Prince Harry in Vegas. But you can t see them. How does Boulevard differ to other nights out in town? It s an evening of sheer glamour. The show s second to none. There s something for everyone no matter what age. I d defy anyone to leave without feeling uplifted. 4 5

4 FEATURE FEATURE THE BRITISH SCIENCE FESTIVAL: NEWCASTLE 7-12 THE BRITISH SCIENCE FESTIVAL IS SET TO TURN UP THE BUNSEN BURNER HEAT WHEN IT ARRIVES IN NEWCASTLE WITH A HOST OF STAR SPEAKERS AND AN EXPLOSIVE PROGRAMME OF OVER 250 EVENTS If the very thought of science conjures up slightly scary images of Bunsen burners, lab coats and flashbacks of dropping chemistry and physics at the first opportunity at school, then a festival dedicated to the subject is about to explode all that. Newcastle will host a science spectacular to remember from the 7th to 12th September when the prestigious British Science Festival arrives in town with more than a touch of razzmatazz. An action-packed programme of over 250 events is lined up for families, adults, professionals and school groups - and a host of famous faces will be sprinkling the event with plenty of stardust. Anyone else on that 5:2 fasting diet that everyone s seemingly talking about? Star speakers include the scientist and TV presenter Dr Michael Mosley who is credited with popularising the regime. He will be discussing the connection between food and ageing with Newcastle University s Dean for Ageing, 6 Professor Tom Kirkwood. Among other big-name draws are fertility expert Lord Robert Winston who will be talking about his latest interests in science. In a chat with NE1 magazine he tells us he supports the work of festivals like these as they help to de-mystify science. While space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock will be telling all from her very own parallel universe - on the latest in space exploration. And BBC Radio 2 DJ Simon Mayo even gets in on the act with the introduction of his children s science fiction novel Itch. So even those adults that developed an early aversion to laboratories and white coats will find plenty to engage and entertain. The six-day festival is one of Europe s biggest celebrations of science, engineering and technology. Events range from cuttingedge lectures and debates for adults, to hands-on activities for schools and families, as well as live music and comedy performances, theatre and exhibitions. The festival, organised annually by The British Science Association in partnership with a different host city, brings together hundreds of the UK s top scientists. Kate Sinclair, festival officer at the British Science Association, says: The programme boasts a total of over 250 interesting and intriguing events spanning everything from fun at the weekend with the family, nights out with friends and ways to explore the very latest research. Working with partners including hosts, Newcastle University, associate partners Northumbria University and Newcastle City Council and local institutions including the International Centre for Life, Great North Museum: Hancock and the Discovery Museum, the festival is a science showcase for the best the region and the UK has to offer. The fun and games kick off with a weekend dedicated to educating and entertaining families covering everything from freaky food of the future and walking FERTILE IMAGINATION Professor Robert Winston will be on familiar stomping ground when he returns to the city to give a lecture, having visited Newcastle a few times already this year. The fertility expert and popular TV presenter knows about the work at the Life Science Centre and indeed opened their IVF unit for them some years ago. I know John Burn (Professor of Clinical Genetics at Newcastle University) of course and I have been around the Life Science Centre. I like what they are doing. Prof Winston says he supports festivals like these as they help to de-mystify science. The British Science Association tries to promote public engagement but it caters for people of all ages. Prof Winston s talk is on 8th September, 8-9pm. Having tabled a Bill designed to produce transparency, making it clear that it is almost impossible to receive any licensed pharmaceutical without stringent tests using animals first, Prof Winston explains why and what happened. Venue: Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building, Newcastle University BRITISH SCIENCE FESTIVAL: NEWCASTLE 7-12 SEP * See a selection of highlighted events in our listings section, page 22. on custard to a sleepover with a difference. Kids and their parents can camp overnight as part of the Night at the Museum at Great North Museum: Hancock. See our front cover image! Looking at the science behind, around and in-between bedtime and getting-up time, families will find out why we need sleep and why we dream. The sleepover runs on 7th September from 6pm until 10am the following day, and is suitable for children aged The British Science Festival returns to Newcastle for the seventh time in its 174-year history and the programme is packed with events to interest and inspire - no matter what your age or level of scientific knowledge. Over 250 events are taking place across the city. See full programme and book tickets at STARS IN HER EYES Space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin- Pocock, one of the star speakers at the festival, says she will posing questions like: Where are we with space exploration? and what is the next big thing that we hope to find out? in what promises to be a journey of discovery. Dr Aderin-Pocock has worked on projects from the Gemini Observatory in South America, to the James Webb space telescope, Hubble s replacement. She has given talks to over 120,000 school pupils in the last few years and adds: The younger kids love talking about space. You start talking about aliens and what we might find out in space and you can see their eyes light up! She finds festivals like this one make the subject more accessible. We try to get rid of the terminology and use the right language. I love doing demos. It s good to hear the audience s ideas. Maggie, 45, lives in Guildford, but loves visiting Newcastle. I have been a number of times. I give a series of lectures every year to GCSE students. I usually stay overnight and do a bit of shopping. I like the city, it s very dynamic and has got a buzz to it. Dr Aderin-Pocock s talk is on 7 September, 6pm to 7pm. Venue: Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building, Newcastle Uni. Ages 12+ 7

5 STAGE FEATURE LIVING THE DREAM Ballet fans should shake a leg down to the Theatre Royal for Northern Ballet s revival of the Olivier-nominated dance version of A Midsummer Night s Dream. The Leeds-based company will perform this dream of a production, an imaginative and playful take on Shakespeare s magical comedy, complete with sumptuous costumes, from 17 to 21 September. This tale involves a train journey like no other as the romantic antics of a touring dance company are played out on a sleeper train from London to Edinburgh. Artistic temperaments clash with romantic entanglements and as the company settles down for the night, the train enters a tunnel and the dream begins. It is choreographed by artistic director David Nixon and his Dior-inspired costumes and stylish black and white sets are in stark contrast to the glorious technicolour of the dream world. David explains: My version of A Midsummer Night s Dream is about young dancers and the passions and tribulations that a young touring company get themselves entangled in. I always enjoy seeing the reaction of the audience to this ballet. It s great to hear them laughing! The ballet is very playful and uplifting and I think many people are pleasantly surprised to see so much humour captured in dance. Whilst visiting the Theatre Royal, Northern Ballet will also perform a short, child-friendly retelling of the Hans Christian Anderson fairytale, Ugly Duckling. A perfect opportunity to introduce little ones to live ballet, music and theatre. PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED TO SEE SO MUCH HUMOUR CAPTURED IN DANCE Northern Ballet s A Midsummer Night s Dream appears at Newcastle Theatre Royal from September. Northern Ballet s Ugly Duckling is showing on Friday 20 September only, at 11am and 1pm. YOU NEED EYES LIKE A GEKKO PAUL DIXON NEWCASTLE FOOTBALL PUNDIT The sermon this month is cyclists. I used to be one when blood would run round my legs, rather than congregate at my feet. I graduated to a car, I had to really, from resembling a Tour-de-France Spandexed whippet, I started to look like a darts player after paintballing in a Durex onesie. However, I digress. I find myself as a pedestrian mainly now, after a local garage mixed up my repair bill with their telephone number. Let me tell you, early morning Newcastle is like being buzzed by wasps. Even pedestrian areas like Northumberland Street, you need eyes like a gekko. I don t know whether there is a perception amongst the budding Bradley Wigginses, that traffic signs or signals that don t correspond with your cycling outfit can be ignored, or they don t become admissible whilst there is an a in the day, but if motorists took the same bohemian attitude to road rules, there d be carnage. This isn t to say that motorists are perfect, far from it, but as Newcastle is a city that treats motorists as mobile ATMs, with their bewildering array of traffic signs, at least they have the excuse of having to look in 30 directions at once. I once witnessed a cyclist slalom down a Haymarket pavement, pedal over the pedestrian crossing and then belt up the bus lane the wrong way! A motorist committing a litany of offences of that gravity, wouldn t be released until the oil runs out. I know most cyclists are responsible road users, but it isn t a board game out there folks. I know the risks of the road, but there s something vaguely shaming about having to breakdance along the pavement at 57 years old. So if you don t behave, I ll get my Spandex cycling suit back out, and see what that does for cycling street cred. blackadderboy@yahoo.co.uk GREAT NORTH RUN Normally, the sight of over 50,000 red-faced individuals hot-footing it through town means that a late kick-off in the Newcastle match has left only 15 minutes until last orders. However, once a year, we have the Bupa Great North Run to thank for that, and it s now proudly the world s biggest and most iconic half-marathon. Along with the tens of thousands of hopeful amateurs, running enthusiasts, and men with fridges on their back, Sunday 15th September sees Olympic and world champion Mo Farah pacing his way across the region, along with various other celebrities like DJ Jo Whiley, newsreader Sophie Raworth and Blue Peter s Helen Skelton. They ll all be making their way across the iconic Tyne Bridge before turning onto the Felling Bypass, heading toward the coast, before finally arriving at the finish line in South Shields some 13.1 miles later. But what makes the Great North Run so unique is the fantastic reception given to the runners across the route, most of all at the start in Newcastle. Would-be spectators/ cheerleaders/paramedics can line up to give their support a mere 10-minute walk from Haymarket Metro Station, by following the To the Start signs. On your marks... MO FARAH, JO WHILEY AND SOPHIE RAWORTH WILL BE PACING THE REGION 8 9

6 TALKS/WORKSHOPS HISTORY BROUGHT TO LIFE Unleash your inner historian with tours of the city s architectural and cultural gems through the Tyne and Wear Heritage Open Days programme. Fascinating walks, talks and tours are planned and buildings, some of which are usually closed to the general public, are flinging open their doors for the annual event from September. And even better, you won t have to scrape together your shillings for this history-brought-to-life fixture, as all events are free. How about joining a guided heritage walk around Victorian Leazes Park? Or maybe a behind-the-scenes tour of the City Hall, Newcastle s first dedicated concert venue, strikes a chord. Other highlights include a visit to Newcastle s Guildhall Grade I listed building, sure to have a captive audience, complete with its prisoner s cage. As well as a talk on the making of miners banners and a tour of the historic Swing Bridge, taking in the pump and engine room, churches and theatres will all be offering tours. Dig this! Visitors can even venture into the Victoria Tunnel at Ouseburn. The former coal waggon-way was used to transport coal to the River Tyne and later became an air raid shelter in WWII. The national Heritage Open Days celebrate England s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties usually closed to the public or which normally charge for admission. This is the 12th year for Tyne and Wear Heritage Open Days, sponsored by the Port of Tyne, and 204 tours, talks, activities and buildings are confirmed as opening or taking place in the county 57 of which are in Newcastle. 10 VISITORS CAN EVEN VENTURE INTO THE VICTORIA TUNNEL Booklets are available in Tourist Information Centres and libraries and online at QUICK QUESTION WHERE S YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE FOR A SCONE STOP IN TOWN? The Place to Eat in John Lewis. The scones are really big, always fresh, and come in a few different flavours too! ROSIE SYMONS, 17, WOOLSINGTON MY TOP 5 STEVE HARPER STEVE HARPER PICKS OUT HIS FAVOURITES IN NEWCASTLE AND THE WIDER NORTH EAST 1. Favourite restaurant: I m a regular for breakfast and love the early-evening tapas at Cafe 95 in Gosforth, but dinner at Cafe 21 in town is always very good. 2. Favourite shop: Cruise in Newcastle. 3. Iconic view/area of town: The view down and across the Tyne Valley from the 13th tee at Close House in Northumberland is fantastic and I like Grey Street now that some very good restaurants have opened up there too. 4. Favourite hidden gem: The Duke of Wellington inn at Newton, just off the A69, is a great little-known spot for Sunday lunch. It looks over the Tyne Valley. 5. Favourite activity for the kids: A day out up the beautiful North East coast at Beadnell. LEGENDARY NIGHT OUT Former Newcastle United goalie Steve Harper has lined up a star-studded charity fixture at St James Park to celebrate his 20-year spell at the club. A Newcastle United XI including legends Alan Shearer, Les Ferdinand, Rob Lee and Faustino Asprilla will play AC Milan Glorie at 7pm on Wednesday 11th September. The match is organised by Newcastle United Foundation in aid of Great North Children s Hospital, Newcastle United Foundation and The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. The club is offering corporate hospitality packages with prices from 90 per person. There are also mascot places available for children. For more info selina. deeney@nufc.co.uk or online at FOOTIE OFFER If the price tags getting bandied about this summer are any indication (and they are), it s that a bargain in football is pretty hard to come by these days. All the more reason to wave your scarf above your head in rapturous celebration, as NE1 have teamed up with the good folks at Newcastle United to offer our readers a very special match offer. On Saturday 21st September, Steve Bruce brings his Hull City team to St James Park, and you can take a seat in the rather swanky Gallowgate Club at a reduced price. You ll be treated to exclusive bowl food, limited edition badges, your own matchday programmes and teamsheets, a cash bar facility, and executive seating on a private, unreserved and casual balcony all for 80 +VAT per person. Plus, to sweeten the deal further, NE1 readers can get an additional 10% off by simply quoting NE1 Hull when booking. If you d like to bury this open goal of footballing value, then get in touch with the sales team on /8444 or them hospitality@nufc.co.uk For further information on participating shops and car parks visit: getintonewcastle.co.uk Park free after 5pm in Newcastle. Park free after 5pm Mon-Sat in the Council multi-storey car parks Shop late til 8pm Mon-Fri and 7pm Sat ONE-OFF Delivered by 11

7 AFTER DARK LISTINGS BOILERSHOP STEAMER In the months since it first burst into the Stephenson Works behind Central Station, the Boiler Shop Steamer has been the best reason to own both a tongue and a set of ears providing as it does some outstanding monthly goodness of street food and live music. This month though, in conjunction with EAT! Festival, the event kicks the culinary delights up a notch, with two additional days added and an expansion into South Street turning it into Bangkok, Delhi, Naples, Rio and Brick Lane all rolled into one. From Thursday 5th Sunday 8th, the likes of Riley s Fish Shack, Lulu Chai, Sachins, Marco Polo, Fat Friars, Dabbawal, Tasty Thai Deli, Northern Revive, Food Nation, Agnes Offiong, David Kennedy, Electric East, and The Feathers Inn will be providing the gastronomic joys. They ll be joined by 25 locally-sourced real ales from breweries including Durham, new-comer Three Kings Brewery, and old favourites Wylam. There s even a special cider zone put on by The Cumberland Arms, plus live music from The Kentucky Cow Tippers, Gem Andrews, and Chloe and the High Tides. A COMPERE S JOB IS TO BUILD A NIGHT TO PLAY WITH TONY JAMESON THE STAND COMEDIAN Are you a comedian too? It seems strange to start this article with what would appear to be a firmly rhetorical question. However, this is a question that gets asked of comperes up and down the country, by very drunk, confused audience members. I did a gig in a cinema, in an industrial estate in Coventry (yes, that s right, I ve hit the big time). And the audience weren t the most pleasant, shall we say. I was compering that night, and when I went to wrap the show up by asking for applause for the three acts, a woman s hand went up in the air and she said: Excuse me, it was advertised as four acts? Clearly this woman hadn t figured out that the compere (me) was a comedian as well. Naturally, I said: Well, there s been three acts, and myself as compere. To which she then replied: Oh, are you a comedian too? This was quite galling given the fact that I d had as good a gig as was possible in that environment. I replied to her: Yes love, I am. Did you think they d just spotted me outside and figured I might be able to tell a joke or two? This is the thing. Every compere has had those kinds of moments, or the Oh we thought you were funny tonight, have you ever thought about doing stand up? A friend of mine, Martin, once said to me, that the compere should be the strongest act on the bill as they could feasibly fit anywhere. A compere s job is to build a night for the audience and the acts to play with. They take it from nothing. They pick it up when an act bombs. They keep the energy going when an act does well. The comperes give the night its own unique feel. And yes, they are comedians. Usually, really good ones. * You can next see Tony compering The Stand on 12th, 13th and 14th September or follow him on YOUR COMPREHENSIVE LISTINGS GUIDE TO WHAT S ON IN NEWCASTLE CITY CENTRE THIS FORTNIGHT ART PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS BFI Mediatheque. New and exciting films and TV programmes have been added to the BFI Mediatheque at Discovery Museum a digital jukebox of film and TV based within Tyne & Wear Archives. Simply pop in, log on and watch for free! Discovery Museum, Blandford Square, Newcastle. Northern Spirit: 300 Years of Art from the North East. This major new permanent display will showcase nationally and internationally-important work by artists and makers from the North East. Laing Gallery, New Bridge Street, Newcastle. 18th and 19th Century Collection. The gallery s most important works are displayed in this beautiful gallery. Please note: The Laing s 18th and 19th century display will be closed from Saturday September 7 until Wednesday September 18 while a new selection of paintings is put on show. Important Pre-Raphaelite paintings by William Holman Hunt and Edward Burne-Jones will go on display alongside a group of paintings by Newcastle s outstanding historical painter John Martin. Among the other pictures, there will be new choices to see as well as old favourites. They can be viewed from Thursday September 19. Laing Gallery, New Bridge Street, Newcastle. Sixty Glorious Years. A new exhibition that celebrates the Queen s Diamond Jubilee and shows how the region has changed. City Library, Book Gallery, Princess Square, Newcastle. Paul Noble Marble Hall. Turner Prize 2012 nominee, Paul Noble s installation at the Laing Art Gallery includes his large-scale Villa Joe wool tapestry that is the centrepiece of Paul Noble Marble Hall display. Laing Gallery, New Bridge Street, Newcastle OCTOBER BALTIC 39 FIGURE ONE. 11 exhibitions are to be held in the project space. Sixteen artists and 11 exhibitions will feature over 5 weeks. BALTIC 39 FIGURE ONE is an opportunity for artists to test works and ideas, or to develop works in progress within a public context. BALTIC 39, High Bridge, Newcastle Moon-shot: First Woman on the Moon. In her solo exhibition Helen Schell examines the myths, quasi-facts and bizarre theories that exist around space exploration. Schell presents us with a space myth of her own: has a woman been to the Moon? Coinciding with the British Science Festival 2013, in Newcastle 7-12 September, Schell presents a series of large paintings. Smaller works on paper include lunar habitats, the phases of the Moon, and what purport to be Moon rocks. Vane, First Floor, Commercial Union House, 39 Pilgrim Street, Newcastle. FROM 13 TO 7 NOVEMBER Theatre Works by Neil Murray. An exhibition of theatre designs by Neil Murray. The work is drawn from his personal archive of more than 30 years of theatre productions. The mixed-media works on paper or montages give a rare insight in to the creative vision behind Murray s award winning theatre designs. Newcastle Arts Centre, NOVEMBER 2013 Daisy de Villeneuve: Run Colour Run. Portraits of the Great North Run. Best known for her eye-catching designs for the likes of the V&A, Nike, Moët & Chandon and Topshop, Daisy de Villeneuve has created a series of portraits in her distinctive, colourful style for Great North Run Culture Free entry. Laing Art Gallery, New Bridge St, Newcastle UNTIL SUNDAY 15TH Matt Stokes: Give To Me The Life I Love. Artist Matt Stokes immerses himself in communities to look at the culture that shapes people s lives and identities. This new work of art for The Street is inspired by the people who live around the Whitechapel Gallery in east London, home to the largest Bangladeshi community in the UK. Laing Gallery, New Bridge Street, Newcastle. UNTIL SUNDAY 22ND Heather Phillipson. BALTIC presents an exhibition of new and recent work by Heather Phillipson, consisting of three videos within custom-made environments within Ground Floor gallery. Cardiovascular Vernacular (as in it s time for my regular cardiovascular vernacular ) 2013, will also be launched. A new audio-visual walking tour that takes visitors outside the gallery space, the work will link BALTIC with its sister venue, BALTIC 39, in Newcastle. BALTIC Centre For Contemporary Art, Gateshead. UNTIL SUNDAY 29 International Images for Science Exhibition An exhibition of the world s best scientific photography. The exhibition is brought to the museum by The Royal Photographic Society in partnership with the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The exhibition is part of the British Science Festival taking place in Newcastle from 7-12 September, before touring the UK from 1 October. Great North Museum: Hancock, Newcastle. greatnorthmuseum Divine Bodies. Divine Bodies combines exceptional European pre-1800 paintings from the Hatton, Shipley and Laing Art Gallery collections with important loans, including many exciting contemporary artworks. Laing Gallery, New Bridge Street, Newcastle. UNTIL MONDAY 30TH An Inventory Of Al-Mutanabbi Street. On 5th March 2007 a car bomb was exploded on Al-Mutanabbi Street in Baghdad, killing 30 people and wounding more than 100. Al-Mutanabbi Street had been the heart and soul of the Baghdad literary and intellectual community. This exhibition represents over 200 handmade books made by artists and poets in response to the bombing. Fifty of these books from the collection are exhibited 12 13

8 LISTINGS LISTINGS at the Lit & Phil and are available for viewers to pick up and explore. The Lit & Phil, Inspiring The Lindisfarne Gospels. Pick up a copy of Hancock s free gallery trail exploring the Roman and Saxon culture that influenced the production of the Lindisfarne Gospels. Also enjoy a free children s trail around the museum to spot the animals in their collection that are illustrated in the Gospels. Great North Museum: Hancock, Barras Bridge, Newcastle. greatnorthmuseum UNTIL FRIDAY 11 OCTOBER A Universal Archive: William Kentridge as Printmaker.William Kentridge is one of South Africa s pre-eminent artists, internationally acclaimed for his films, drawings, theatre and opera productions. He is also an innovative and prolific printmaker; he studied etching at the Johannesburg Art Foundation, and printmaking has remained central to his work ever since. This major exhibition will include 60 prints in all media dating from 1988 to the present. University Gallery, Northumbria University, Newcastle UNTIL SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER STREET LIFE, INSTANTANEOUS. Photographs of Newcastle in the 1890s by Edgar G. Lee. Fascinating photos of Newcastle street life in the early 1890s, largely taken with handheld cameras. The exhibition includes images of Sandgate, Milk Market and the Quayside areas of the city. Side Gallery, 9 Side, Newcastle. UNTIL SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER Thomas Scheibitz: ONE-Time Pad. This large-scale presentation of Thomas Scheibitz s work retraces the conceptual and painterly development of his career with a particular focus on the human figure and the existence of form between figuration and abstraction. BALTIC Centre For Contemporary Art, Gateshead. UNTIL SUNDAY 17TH NOVEMBER Painted Faces. An exhibition inspired by the recent acquisition of work by internationally-renowned contemporary painter Marlene Dumas, which depicts the talented singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse. Laing Gallery, New Bridge Street, Newcastle. UNTIL SUNDAY 12TH JANUARY Something Old, Something New. This exhibition looks at how weddings and attitudes to marriage have changed over the centuries, and the traditions that are part of people s special day. Discovery Museum, Blandford Square, Newcastle. CLUBS WEDNESDAY 4TH Shake TheCUT, 11pm, 5. St Nicholas Street, Newcastle. Bambu - Treble Trouble, 10pm, Free Entry. Bambu Nightclub, Units 3 & 4, Grainger Quarter, Newcastle. Loop, 10pm. House of Smith, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. THURSDAY 5TH Rebel. Digital, Times Square, Newcastle. Hazno. Perdu, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. FRIDAY 6TH Coolaid, 11pm, free. Head of Steam, Neville Street, Newcastle. Dirty Pop, 11pm. O2 Academy, Fabulicious Fridays, 10pm, 4/ 5. Bambu Nightclub, Units 3 & 4, Grainger Quarter, Newcastle. Jukebox, 11pm. The Other Rooms, Times Square, Newcastle. The Club over 2 floors: Resident Steven Dunn, Paris, James Vargas, James Cummings, Wayne C McDonald. Florita s, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. World HQ Uplifting Grooves, 11pm. World Headquarters, Carliol Square, Newcastle. SATURDAY 7TH MDNGHT, 11pm, 4. Bambu Nightclub, Units 3 & 4, Grainger Quarter, Newcastle. Liam Carty, Paris, James Vargas, Steve Dunn. Florita s, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. Love. Digital, Times Square, Newcastle. The Cut, 11pm, 6 St Nicholas Street, Newcastle. Propaganda, 11pm. O2 Academy, LYH feat. DJ Mel, 8pm. LYH, Northumberland Road, Newcastle. The Voodoo Project, 11pm, 4. Riverside Nightclub, Quayside, Newcastle. World HQ Uplifting Grooves, 11pm, World Headquarters, Carliol Square, Newcastle. SUNDAY 8TH Say The Word. House of Smith, 10pm. Collingwood Street, Newcastle Secret Sundays with Glen Horsborough. The Living Room, Grey Street, Newcastle. MONDAY 9TH Blue TheCUT, 11pm, 80p Before 12. St Nicholas Street, Newcastle. Born This Way. Digital, Times Square, Newcastle. Monday Night Reggae, 10pm, free. Head of Steam, Neville Street, Newcastle. TUESDAY 10TH NE Underground, 10pm, free. Head of Steam, Neville Street, Newcastle. Skates. Northumbria University Students Union, Sandyford Road, Newcastle. WEDNESDAY 11TH Shake TheCUT, 11pm, 5. St Nicholas Street, Newcastle. Bambu - Treble Trouble, 10pm, Free Entry. Bambu Nightclub, Units 3 & 4, Grainger Quarter, Newcastle. Loop, 10pm. House of Smith, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. THURSDAY 12TH Rebel. Digital, Times Square, Newcastle Hazno. Perdu, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. FRIDAY 13TH Coolaid, 11pm, free. Head of Steam, Neville Street, Newcastle. Dirty Pop, 11pm. O2 Academy, Fabulicious Fridays, 10pm, 4/ 5. Bambu Nightclub, Units 3 & 4, Grainger Quarter, Newcastle. Jukebox, 11pm. The Other Rooms, Times Square, Newcastle. RECOMMENDS OUR PICK OF THE BEST EVENTS TAKING PLACE THIS FORTNIGHT KIDS Roald Dahl Weekend: 30 Years of The Witches. Celebrate 30 years of Roald Dahl s The Witches with a weekend full of storytelling and craft activities inspired by characters from the book. Create a scary witch mask, add to the spell book and make witch claws all inspired by Roald Dahl s classic novel. Dress up as your favourite Roald Dahl character for the chance to win some squiffingly good prizes. Entry to Seven Stories will be free on Sunday 15 September as part of Heritage Open Days Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. MUSIC The King Bees. Chase the blues away with The King Bees take on the rhythm n blues of the 40s and 50s. 7pm. Tickets 8 on the door. 7th September. The Swung Eight at World Headquarters, Carliol Square, Newcastle. ART Street Life, Instantaneous. Photographs of Newcastle in the 1890s by Edgar G. Lee. Fascinating photos of Newcastle street life in the early 1890s, largely taken with handheld cameras. The exhibition includes images of Sandgate, Milk Market and the Quayside areas of the city. Until Saturday 12th October. Side Gallery, 9 Side, Newcastle. ONE-OFF EVENTS Tyne and Wear Heritage Open Days. Heritage Open Days celebrate England s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties usually closed to the public or which normally charge for admission. This is the 12th year for Tyne and Wear Heritage Open Days and 204 tours, talks, activities and buildings are confirmed as opening or taking place in the county 57 of which are in Newcastle September STAGE Wet House. When Andy, an idealistic young graduate, gets a job in a Wet House, a homeless hostel where residents can drink alcohol, he is plunged into a twilight world where the rules about what is right and what is normal have become a little blurred. And that s just among the other staff. A comedy tinged with sadness and tragedy, Wet House tells the story of how to keep your head when everyone else is off theirs. Based on his own first-hand experience working in a wet house, Paddy Campbell s play asks who will look after the people that no one else will look after? From 18 September, Live Theatre, Broad Chare, Quayside, Newcastle. The Club over 2 floors: Resident Steven Dunn, Paris, James Vargas, James Cummings, Wayne C McDonald. Florita s, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. World HQ Uplifting Grooves, 11pm. World Headquarters, Carliol Square, Newcastle. SATURDAY 14TH MDNGHT, 11pm, 4. Bambu Nightclub, Units 3 & 4, Grainger Quarter, Newcastle. The Cut, 11pm, 6 St Nicholas Street, Newcastle. Liam Carty, Paris, James Vargas, Steve Dunn. Florita s, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. Love. Digital, Times Square, Newcastle Propaganda, 11pm. O2 Academy, LYH feat. DJ Mel, 8pm. LYH, Northumberland Road, Newcastle

9 LISTINGS LISTINGS The Voodoo Project, 11pm, 4. Riverside Nightclub, Quayside, Newcastle. World HQ Uplifting Grooves, 11pm, World Headquarters, Carliol Square, Newcastle. SUNDAY 15TH Say The Word. House of Smith, 10pm. Collingwood Street, Newcastle Secret Sundays with Glen Horsborough. The Living Room, Grey Street, Newcastle. MONDAY 16TH Blue TheCUT, 11pm, 80p Before 12. St Nicholas Street, Newcastle. Born This Way. Digital, Times Square, Newcastle. Monday Night Reggae, 10pm, free. Head of Steam, Neville Street, Newcastle. TUESDAY 17TH NE Underground, 10pm, free. Head of Steam, Neville Street, Newcastle. Skates. Northumbria University Students Union, Sandyford Road, Newcastle. WEDNESDAY 18TH Shake TheCUT, 11pm, 5. St Nicholas Street, Newcastle. Bambu - Treble Trouble, 10pm, Free Entry. Bambu Nightclub, Units 3 & 4, Grainger Quarter, Newcastle. Loop, 10pm. House of Smith, Collingwood Street, Newcastle. COMEDY WEDNESDAY 4TH RED RAW: Feat. Kate Smurthwaite 7pm, 2. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. THURSDAY 5TH THE THURSDAY SHOW: Feat. Pete Johannson, Kate Smurthwaite, Lauren Pattison and host Raymond Mearns - 7pm, 10. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. FRIDAY 6TH THE FRIDAY SHOW: Feat. Pete Johannson, Kate Smurthwaite, Lauren Pattison and host Raymond Mearns - 7pm, 12. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. David Hadingham, Mike Gunn, Mike Newall 7pm, 11. The Hyena, Leazes Lane, Newcastle. SATURDAY 7TH BRIGHT RED BENEFIT: Feat. Nick Cranston, Luke Milford and more 3pm, 5. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. David Hadingham, Mike Gunn, Mike Newall 7pm, 12. The Hyena, Leazes Lane, Newcastle. THE SATURDAY SHOW: Feat. Pete Johannson, Kate Smurthwaite, Lauren Pattison and host Raymond Mearns - 7pm, 15. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. SUNDAY 8TH GAVIN WEBSTER S NORTHUMBRIAN ASSEMBLY: With guests Raymond Mearns and Mark Smethurst 7pm, 6. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. MONDAY 9TH THE SUGGESTIBLES - 7, 3. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. WEDNESDAY 11TH RED RAW 7pm, 2. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. THURSDAY 12TH THE THURSDAY SHOW: Feat. Seymour Mace, Mary Bourke, Ben Crompton, Marc Smethurst and host Tony Jameson - 7pm, 10. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. FRIDAY 13TH THE FRIDAY SHOW: Feat. Seymour Mace, Mary Bourke, Ben Crompton, Marc Smethurst and host Tony Jameson - 7pm, 12. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. John Scott, John Smith, Susan Murray - 7pm, 11. The Hyena, Leazes Lane, Newcastle. SATURDAY 14TH THE SATURDAY SHOW: Feat. Seymour Mace, Mary Bourke, Ben Crompton, Marc Smethurst and host Tony Jameson - 7pm, 15. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. John Scott, John Smith, Susan Murray - 7pm, 12. The Hyena, Leazes Lane, Newcastle. SUNDAY 15TH GAVIN WEBSTER S NORTHUMBRIAN ASSEMBLY: With guests With Seymour Mace and Lauren Pattison 7pm, 6. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. MONDAY 16TH BENEFIT FOR VICTIM SUPPORT: With Ben Messenger and host Matt Reed 7pm, 7. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. TUESDAY 17TH TOM STADE TOTALLY ROCKS 7pm, 15. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. WEDNESDAY 18TH RED RAW: With Carl Hutchinson and host Sunna Jarman 7pm, 2. The Stand, High Bridge Street, Newcastle. FILM TYNESIDE CINEMA PILGRIM STREET NEWCASTLE tynesidecinema.co.uk WEDNESDAY 4 BRINGING IN BABY: The Way, Way back 11am THE GREAT TYNESIDE CINEMA QUIZ 9pm (doors 8pm) THURSDAY 5 Peter Grimes On Aldeburgh Beach pm FROM FRIDAY 6 About Time The Great Beauty Ain t Them Bodies Saints FRIDAY 6 THE POLITE ROOM: Live Poetry And Songwriters 9.15pm SATURDAY 7 CHILDREN S FILM CLUB: Sammy s Super T-Shirt 10.30am Sciscreen All-nighter: The Man with Two Brains 11.10pm Sciscreen All-nighter: The Fly 11pm SUNDAY 8 Sciscreen All-nighter: Re-Animator 1.25am Sciscreen All-nighter: Weird Science 1.30am Sciscreen All-nighter: Back to The Future 3.45am Sciscreen All-nighter: Memento 3.55am Sciscreen All-nighter: Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind 6.30am Sciscreen All-nighter: Young Frankenstein 6.35am Sciscreen All-nighter: Frankenstein 9.15am Sciscreen All-nighter: Ghostbusters 9.20am TUESDAY 10 A GOOD YARN: The Tyneside Knitting Club 7pm Designer Vaginas: The Ethics Of Labia Surgery 6pm WEDNESDAY 11 BRINGING IN BABY: About Time 11am THURSDAY 12 Epifection Survivors Party plus Twelve Monkeys 6pm MR DRAYTON S RECORD PLAYER Paul Simon Graceland 7.15pm FROM FRIDAY 13 Rush FRIDAY 13 FREE GUIDED TOUR 10.15am/11.15am FREE ARCHIVE FILM COMPILATION: Newcastle Through The Eyes Of The ACA 10.45am/12pm/1.15pm SATURDAY 14 FREE GUIDED TOUR 10.15am/11.15am CHILDREN S FILM CLUB: Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs 10.30am FREE ARCHIVE FILM COMPILATION: Newcastle Through The Eyes Of The ACA 10.45am/12pm/1.15pm SUNDAY 15 FREE GUIDED TOUR 10.15am/11.15am FREE ARCHIVE FILM COMPILATION: Newcastle Through The Eyes Of The ACA 10.45am/12pm/1.15pm/2.30pm FREE ARCHIVE FILM COMPILATION: Newcastle Through The Eyes Of The ACA Plus Introduction and Q&A with members of the Newcastle Amateur Cinematography Society 3.45pm The Big City 3.15pm Senna 5.50pm MONDAY 16 SILVER SCREEN: Ain t Them Bodies Saints 12pm TUESDAY 17 Senna 5.50pm WEDNESDAY 18 BRINGING IN BABY Film TBC 11am THE GREAT TYNESIDE CINEMA QUIZ 9pm (doors 8pm) EMPIRE CINEMAS NEWGATE STREET, THE GATE NEWCASTLE View films and timings online. Upcoming films include: FROM 4 One Direction - This Is Us About Time FROM 13 Rush TUESDAY 17 Royal Opera House Turandot (Live) 7.15pm THE SIDE CINEMA THE SIDE NEWCASTLE LYH NORTHUMBERLAND ROAD NEWCASTLE EVERY MONDAY Movies from 7pm EVERY TUESDAY Screening of comedy DVDs KIDS PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS Planetarium. Featuring the latest technology using high-tech LED projectors and offering a choice of films and educational programmes featuring Sea Monsters, Fragile Planet, Earth Moon & Sun, Seasonal Stargazing, Infinity Express and Dawn Of The Space Age. Great North Museum: Hancock, Barras Bridge, Newcastle. 4D Motion Ride: Timechasers. Hop aboard Life s 4D Motion Ride for a journey through time in the new Timechasers 4D Motion Ride. Life Science Centre, Times Square, Newcastle

10 LISTINGS LISTINGS Planetarium. New production The Sun Show joins We Are Aliens and Naughty Monsters Explore The Planets at Life Science Centre s stunning Planetarium. Take a look at our nearest star, the Sun. Here on Earth its warmth and light are vital to life as we know it, but is our star really that remarkable compared to the billions of others in our galaxy? Life Science Centre, Times Square, Newcastle. Discovery Museum. Children can enjoy hands-on water activities with Play Tyne; discover more about military history with A Soldier s Life; find out about the story of Newcastle from the Romans to the present day in Newcastle Story; experience the Science Maze fun zone; marvel at stunning ship models in Story Of The Tyne; check out the Turbinia, the fastest ship in the world, in Discovery s foyer; and explore the region s rich history of scientific invention and industrial activity in Tyneside Challenge. Discovery Museum, Blandford Square, Newcastle. EVERY DAY Story Times. Everyone enjoys a good story, so sit back, relax and enjoy Seven Stories resident storytellers to hear your favourite stories old and new am & 2pm. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY Mini Illustrators. Dip your toe into the world of illustration and explore highlights of Seven Stories collection that show how real illustrators make their work. For budding illustrators over 5 years old and their families. 3pm. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. EVERY MONDAY Little Bears Club. A club for under-5s and their parents/carers with lots of fun, rhymes, songs and stories. The club will be a drop-in but places may be limited on the day. 10am-10.30am. Newcastle City Library, Princess Square, Newcastle. Little Story Explorers. Join Little Story Explorers for a fun-filled session in Seven Stories exhibition, A Squash And A Squeeze, Sharing Stories with Julia Donaldson. They ll show you new ways of looking at artwork, including original illustrations from The Gruffalo, Tiddler and What The Ladybird Heard. Ages 5 and under, 2.30pm. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. Little Bears Club. A club for under-5s and their parents/carers with lots of fun, rhymes, songs and stories. The club will be a drop-in but places may be limited on the day. 10am-10.30am. Newcastle City Library, Princess Square, Newcastle. EVERY TUESDAY City Homework Club. Grid Club homework club is based on an award winning website with more than 500 fun learning activities for children aged 5 to 12. 4pm-5pm every Tuesday in term-time only. Newcastle City Library, Princess Square, Newcastle. EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY Story Party. Explore a new theme each week in Story Party. Join Seven Stories in exploring the best picture books and bring them to life am (Tues) & 1.30pm (Thurs), Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. EVERY THURSDAY Museum Mice. Join the Museum Mice every Thursday in the Mouse House with gallery interpreter Kathryn for stories, songs and learning through play and meet the Great North Mouse am-11.30am. Great North Museum: Hancock, Barras Bridge, Newcastle. greatnorthmuseum SATURDAY 7 Crazy Creatures. On the first Saturday of each month, come and join us in some Saturday art fun for the over 8s. Work with an artist to develop different art techniques, using the Laing s exhibitions as inspiration. On the 7th create crazy creatures with step-by-step demonstrations of facial features. Class will be held in All About Art space in the What are they like? exhibition on the ground floor. The classes are 4 and if you bring a sibling it is 2. Meet in the All About Art room and there is no need to book am - 12pm. Laing Art Gallery, New Bridge St, Newcastle TUESDAY 10 Tiny Dancer. Join Laing with your little ones for a morning of dance as they hop, skip and jump through the gallery, as well as stories and arty fun. 2 per child am 12.30pm. No booking required. Laing Art Gallery, New Bridge St, Newcastle FROM TUESDAY 10 Bookworm Babies. Imaginative, exploratory play with books for babies. This is a great way to meet new parents and discover the best new baby books. Interactive songs and playing with sensory materials are all part of the fun, sharing stories that little ones will love and encourage early childhood development. Early booking essential. Term begins Tuesday 10 September at 1.30pm or Thursday 12 September at 10.30am. Option of a 6 or 12-week course. 41 for a six-week term (includes an adult annual pass); 15 for a six-week term for annual pass holders. Suitable for babies until they begin to walk. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. FRIDAY 13, 20 AND 27 Baby Boogie Woogie! Get ready to make some noise! Toddlers can let out their inner dragon with stomping, drumming and dancing in this dragon-themed Baby Boogie Woogie. Dance along to your favourite songs and stories in a super-sensory session for babies and their grown-ups. Please note: 20 Sept is sold out, limited availability for other dates. 2pm. Suitable for ages 10 months+. Booking essential per child in addition to admission fee. One free accompanying adult per child. Admission fee to centre applies. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. SATURDAY 14 AND SUNDAY 15 Roald Dahl Weekend: 30 Years of The Witches. Do you think you could spot a witch? Celebrate 30 years of Roald Dahl s The Witches with a weekend full of storytelling and craft activities inspired by characters from the book. Create your own scary witch mask, add to our spell book and make witch claws all inspired by Roald Dahl s classic novel. Dress up as your favourite Roald Dahl character for the chance to win some squiffingly good prizes. Drop in all day, suitable for all the family. Entry to Seven Stories will be free on Sunday 15 September as part of Heritage Open Days Free event, no booking required. Admission fee to the building applies. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. UNTIL SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER Age Of The Dinosaur. Prepare to be transported back in time more than 65 million years to a Jurassic forest and Cretaceous desert, home to some weird, wonderful and now extinct plants and animals including dinosaurs like Tarbosaurus, the scary cousin of T-rex. With special discovery areas and learning opportunities, this spectacular exhibition is a must-see. Life Science Centre, Times Square, Newcastle. UNTIL APRIL 2014 Mystery, Magic & Midnight Feasts: The Many Adventures Of Enid Blyton. Enid Blyton is one of the best-selling writers for children of all time, her stories have delighted generation after generation. This exhibition shows, for the first time, Seven Stories unique Enid Blyton Collection of original typescripts and illustrations. This is a special opportunity to immerse yourself in Enid Blyton s world of adventure and stories, whether your favourite is The Famous Five, Malory Towers and the school stories, Noddy or The Magic Faraway Tree there is something for everyone, old and young. Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle. MARKETS MONDAY TO SATURDAY Grainger Market, 9am to 5pm - Monday and Wednesday, 9am to 5.30pm Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 2ND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Grainger Market Arts and Craft market, Grainger Arcade, second Saturday of the month from 9am to 5pm EVERY SUNDAY Quayside Market, Quayside Road, every Sunday from 9.30am to 4pm FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Farmers Market, Grainger Street, first Friday of every month from 9.30am to 2.30pm MUSIC WEDNESDAY 4TH Eels 8pm, O2 Academy, Postgraduate Recitals feat. Shona Mooney, Chris Finch, Beryl Van Niekerk 12.15pm. Free entry. Culture Lab and Recital Room, Newcastle University, Newcastle THURSDAY 5TH Babyshambles 7pm, O2 Academy, FRIDAY 6TH Junco Partners live in the Bistro Bar. Now returned to their R n B roots, see the band at the Bistro Bar, Mill Volvo Tyne Theatre, Top Boy Round Here, Big Beat Bronson, Static Soul 6pm, O2 Academy, Westgate Road, Newcastle. SATURDAY 7TH Omar 7pm, 20. Hoochie Coochie, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle. North East Calling FEAT. Sham 69 12pm, O2 Academy, The King Bees 7pm, 8. World Headquarters, Carliol Square, Newcastle. SUNDAY 8TH Lauren Aquilina 7.30pm,

11 LISTINGS LISTINGS Northumbria University. Northumbria University, Sandyford Road, Newcastle. TUESDAY 10TH Jimmy Eat World 7pm, O2 Academy, THURSDAY 12TH The Amity Affliction 7pm, O2 Academy, Westgate Road, Newcastle. SATURDAY 14TH Paul Smith: A Mind Full of Nothing But Continue 12pm, Free entry. The Sage Gateshead, St Mary s Square, Gateshead. Dr Feelgood and The River Gamblers 8pm, 20. The Sage Gateshead, St Mary s Square, Gateshead. Guns 2 Roses and Metallica Reloaded 6.30pm, O2 Academy, Glitterball Disco. DJ Hold Your Horses. 8pm-2am. 6 entry. Upstairs in Nancy s Bordello, Argyle Street, Newcastle. SUNDAY 15TH Motionless In White 7pm, O2 Academy, Albert Lee & Hogan s Heroes 8pm, 20. The Sage Gateshead, St Mary s Square, Gateshead. Flap! - 7pm, Free entry. Hoochie Coochie, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle. The pm, Venue, Newcastle University. MONDAY 16TH The Seekers 50th Anniversary Tour 7.30pm, 60. The Sage Gateshead, St Mary s Square, Gateshead. Krystle Warren 8pm, The Sage Gateshead, St Mary s Square, Gateshead. Crown The Empire / Issues 7pm, O2 Academy, TUESDAY 17TH Jaws 7pm, 5 Think Tank, Unit 24-26, Hoults Yard, Newcastle. STAGE UNTIL 7 New Jersey Nights. Direct from the USA the international smash hit show New Jersey Nights is a spectacular celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, and takes the audience on a nostalgic musical journey through the career of one of the biggest selling groups of all times. Tickets from 12. Theatre Royal, Grey Street, Newcastle Fifty-One Shades of Maggie, the smash-hit comedy, is set to embark on its first UK tour, visiting Newcastle Theatre Royal. Starring former Emmerdale star Adele Silva, the Fifty Shades of Grey send-up tells the story of the loveable Maggie and her search for love in this one-woman show. Tickets from 15. Theatre Royal, Grey Street, Newcastle. THU 12 - FRI 13 Found. Black Coffee Theatre. A co-production with Northern Stage, Alnwick Playhouse and ARC Stockton. When Mark finds an unconscious man lying on the beach, he does what any other person would do; he stops to help. He has no idea that in doing so he is starting a chain of events that will seemingly ruin his life. 7.30pm. Tickets: 8/ 6 concessions. Northern Stage, Barras Bridge, Newcastle Northern Ballet A Midsummer Night s Dream. The romantic antics of a touring dance company are played out on one magical night as the company travels by sleeper train from London to Edinburgh. This Olivier Award-nominated ballet will take you on a spectacular journey from the stylish elegance of the 1940s to a Technicolor dream world where Puck s magical mayhem weaves a tangled web of love. Prices from Theatre Royal, Grey Street, Newcastle. FROM 18 Wet House. When Andy, an idealistic young graduate, gets a job in a Wet House, a homeless hostel where residents can drink alcohol, he is plunged into a twilight world where the rules about what is right and what is normal have become a little blurred. And that s just among the other staff. A comedy tinged with sadness and tragedy, Wet House tells the story of how to keep your head when everyone else is off theirs. Based on his own first-hand experience working in a wet house, Paddy Campbell s play asks who will look after the people that no one else will look after? Live Theatre, Broad Chare, Quayside, Newcastle. UNTIL SATURDAY 28TH Boulevard s Summer Show. Performances from Betty Legs Diamond, Miss Rory and a cast of Broadway dancers. Every Friday (7pm) and Saturday (6pm & 10pm). Tickets from 5, various packages available. Boulevard Show Bar, Churchill Street, Newcastle. TALKS/ WORKSHOPS EVERY TUESDAY, THURSDAY & SUNDAY Quay-to-Sea Cruise. Join River Escapes on a three-hour cruise from the legendary shipyards of the Tyne to the sandy beaches of South Shields. 11am, 12/ 7. Newcastle Quayside. wwww.riverescapes.co.uk Quay-to-Countryside Cruise. Join River Escapes on a journey under the winking eye of the Millennium Bridge to Ryton Willows Nature Reserve pm, 10/ 7. Newcastle Quayside. EVERY SATURDAY Quay-to-City Cruise. Join River Escapes on a snapshot tour of the city s landmarks. Noon, 1.30pm, 3pm, 6/ 4. Newcastle Quayside. WEDNESDAY 4TH Frank Bruno. Join boxing legend and one of the most iconic figures in British sporting history, Frank Bruno, as the boxing superstar hosts an evening of live bands, auctions and raffles at The Grosvenor Casino. Taking place on the evening of Wednesday 4th September, tickets are 25 from the venue, who are also offering a 60 VIP Package that includes a meal and a photo opportunity with Frank himself. 7pm, 25. Grosvenor Casino, St James Boulevard, Newcastle. An Evening with the Legendary Book Forum: Harper Lee s To Kill A Mockingbird With PhD Candidate Janelle Rodriques. Listen and discuss Harper Lee s first and only novel. Through the eyes of young Scout Finch, Lee narrates the complexities of race, class and gender, pre-civil rights in the Deep South. The novel was listed above the Bible of books to read before you die, and remains a bestseller fifty years on. SATURDAY 7TH Artisan Bread Making. Ever fancied trying your hand at proper bread making? Let Blackfriars master baker show you just how easy it is to make proper artisan bread that is both delicious and nutritious. 95pp inc lunch, wine, coffee and various breads to take home. 10am, 95. Blackfriars Restaurant, Friars Street, Newcastle. THURSDAY 12TH Baltic Active Art: Abstract Painting Course. Inspired by Thomas Scheibitz s exhibition, this practical course gives participants the chance to explore different ways of making abstract painting. Starting from the observation of objects, people and the space around us, participants learn how to extract sources to create a creative language of colours and shapes. Suitable for beginners and those interested in learning new techniques and approaches pm, 100 ( 80 concessions). BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Arts, ateshead Quays, Gateshead. SUNDAY 15 Hang Stretch Yoga. (16+) pm. 20. Join the Hang team for this unique experience combining yoga postures in weightless aerial environment. You will learn a series of yoga stretches on the floor and then an exploration of the same postures but inverted in the air. Dance City, Temple Street, Newcastle. FRIDAY 16TH Calor Latino. Come and join La Vina for their Salsa Night Theme. Warming up with a great lesson, get the moves ready to dance the night away. A great chance to socialise and keep fit at the same time. 10pm, free entry. La Vina, Grey Street, Newcastle. LGBT EVERY NIGHT Rusty s Bar. Two floors and a huge outdoor terrace, featuring live cabaret to disco, 70s-90s and pop. Led by Rusty herself, five nights a week. 8pm-3am, free entry. Rusty s Bar, Times Square, Newcastle. Switch Bar. Two bars and an outdoor terrace make this vibrant and busy bar, with chart and pop music its speciality, a must-visit. Switch Bar, Scotswood Road, Newcastle. The Bank Bar & Bistro. A popular wine bar offering a lively atmosphere with good music and a variety of cabaret acts. The Bank Bar, Scotswood Road, Newcastle Eazy Street. One of the city s most loved hangouts, Eazy Street s open from noon until 3am every day offering a wide variety of entertainment and cabaret. Every Sunday enjoy their Eazy Street Follies drag queen show. Free entry. Eazy Street, 8-10 Westmoreland Road, Newcastle. One Bar. A uniquely chilled atmosphere that s buzzing with happy funky house anthems, live vocalists, musicians and drag queen DJs every weekend. One Bar, Marlborough Crescent, Newcastle. EVERY MONDAY & THURSDAY TO SUNDAY Powerhouse. The largest gay-friendly night club in the North East. Mondays bring Rewind student night, Thursdays is for Klub Kids plus live performers, Fridays present Now That s What I Call Party, Saturdays belong to PHUK, the biggest clubbing experience and on Sundays Religion presents DJ Cris Howe. 11pm-4am. Powerhouse, Westmoreland Road, Newcastle. ONE-OFF EVENTS 7-12 British Science Festival - Newcastle. The British Science Festival returns to Newcastle and the programme is packed with events to interest and inspire - no matter what your age or level of scientific knowledge. From fun at the weekend with the family, to nights out with friends and exploring the very latest 20 21

12 LISTINGS research and issues, there s plenty to get stuck into. Over 250 events are taking place across the city, featuring leading scientists, famous faces, artists, musicians, comedians and science street buskers. See the full programme and book your tickets at 7 Terra Rara: The strange story of some political elements. 12-1pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit What s the point pm. Northern Stage. 6. To book, visit whats-the-point or call Charles Darwin Award Lecture: Coral reefs and the grim reaper. 2-3pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit www. britishsciencefestival.eventbrite.co.uk/ You heard it here first. 6-7pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit Mark Henderson: JBS Haldane Lecture. 8-9pm, International Centre for Life, 5. To book, visit or call (0191) Festival of the Spoken Nerd pm. 6, Northern Stage. To book, visit festival-of-the-spoken-nerd or call Three parent babies: Myth or reality? 12-1pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit What s going on in his head? pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit The Huxley debate pm. Northern Stage. 4. To book, visit the-huxley-debate or call Charles Lyell Award Lecture: Blue seas research - predators and prey in an ever-changing system. 2-3pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit 11 Joseph Lister Award Lecture: What 22 is happening to our weather? 2-3pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit Ageing: The challenge of our time pm. Northern Stage. Free. Booking required. To book, visit The ugly animal preservation society pm. 6. To book, visit the-ugly-animal-preservation-society or call From bench to bedside: How clinical research is making waves in patient care pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit Isambard Kingdom Brunel Award Lecture: Prosthesis, disability and the role of technology in elite sport. 2-3pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit British Science Association Presidential Address: Lisa Jardine, 4-5pm. Northern Stage. Free: Booking required. To book, visit Star speaker: Martin Rees. 6-7pm. Northern Stage. 11/ 9. To book, visit martin-rees or call UNTIL 8 EAT! NewcastleGateshead is back for its seventh year with innovative and eclectic events designed to help people discover the best food and drink produced and served in the North East. For more information visit Tyne and Wear Heritage Open Days events. Heritage Open Days celebrate England s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties usually closed to the public or which normally charge for admission. This is the 12th year for Tyne and Wear Heritage Open Days and 204 tours, talks, activities and buildings are confirmed as opening or taking place in the county 57 of which are in Newcastle. LAST WORD... Much like the half-moon and those all-important shreds of footballing optimism, that s us done for another fortnight. Whilst we may have fired the starting pistol on both the Great North Run and a return to more autumnal endeavours, we d like to think we ve kept a little ray of sunshine in your souls for at least another 14 days or so. Just to keep you going that little bit longer though, our next issue happens to coincide with World Cities Week, so we ve got even more of an excuse to make a big song and dance about Newcastle. Plus, we ll even be blowing our own trumpets somewhat, and having a look back at the wacky, wonderful, and worthwhile things that NE1 has thrown together during its tenure. Be sure to join us, but maybe bring a coat this time. For more visit getintonewcastle.co.uk NEXT ISSUE IS OUT 17 SEPT 2013 Don t miss out WEEKENDING TIME-OUT Looking for luxey ideas to make your weekend tick? Sign up for your FREE weekly Luxe Loves The Weekend must-do Register to receive our weekly free update at SIGN UP NOW AWAY FROM IT ALL BOOK IT NOW STROLL BIT OF CHAT FEAST - STAY IN FEAST - EAT OUT

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