Things to do in Gateshead- Page 5

Viennese New Year's Day Concert - More Info

Conductor Nuno Coelho steps up to the podium to lead Royal Northern Sinfonia and soprano Soraya Mafi ringing in 2026 in style.The Viennese waltzes and whirls yo…

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Americana I: Copland, Barber, Adams and Korngold - More Info

Royal Northern Sinfonia are directed by their Artistic Partner Maria Włoszczowska for this night of classical Americana.America is the thread that runs through…

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Masterclass - Introduction to Watercolour Painting

Get your new year off to a relaxing and creative start with this class. Join watercolour artist Nici Christina (Skyeblomma) for a relaxed, hands-on introduction…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

The Glenn Miller Orchestra - More Info

Swingin’. Swell. A world famous classic.The only orchestra in the U.K. licensed to perform under his name, The Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to Gateshead with…

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Frazey Ford - More Info

Flowing. Glowing. Liberating soul and psychedelia.On her third album U kin B the Sun, Vancouver-based singer/songwriter Frazey Ford inhabits an entire world.

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Watercolour Class: Self Care Bookmarks

This is a small and relaxed watercolour painting class, where you'll create two beautiful bookmarks.For the new year, this session is themed around positive wor…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Martyn Joseph - More Info

Compassionate. Fascinating. Rips up the rule book.Martyn Joseph is a unique and mind-blowing artist with a career that takes everything you think you know about…

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The Cavern Beat Club Starring the Fabs

A pulsating, LIVE show that re-creates the exciting performances of The Cavern Club's 1960s 'beat' groups.

Little Theatre, Gateshead

Echo Rising Stars Festival - More Info

Four of the best young classical musicians around, chosen by the European Concert Hall Organisation (ECHO) as their Rising Stars of 2026: Ava Bahari (violin), C…

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Baltic Cinema: Play for Today: United Kingdom

Dir. Roland Joffé UK 1981 2hr 26mins

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

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Americana II: Cage, Ives, Crumb and Coates - More Info

Grammy-nominated soprano Sophia Burgos joins Royal Northern Sinfonia and their conductor Dinis Sousa.Music from four American radicals - John Cage, Gloria Coate…

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Kezia Gill - More Info

Personal. Authentic. Artist returns to her roots.Kezia Gill has had a phenomenal past year.Her album All On Red hit #1 on the Official Country Albums Chart.

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Josh Rouse 2027 - More Info

Romantic. Optimistic. Carefully crafted portraits through song.On his gorgeous new album, Museums and Women, Josh Rouse is part songwriter, part street photogra…

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The Wizard of Oz in Concert - More Info

Our fabulous home orchestra, Royal Northern Sinfonia, with conductor Ben Palmer. Together they’re bringing a cinema classic to life.

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Transatlantic Sessions 2027 - More Info

Vibrant. Cohesive. Celtic and country music combined.Transatlantic Sessions returns in 2027, celebrating decades of rich musical heritage from both sides of the…

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Drifting

The ever-poker-faced Ilona loses her job as a restaurant hostess, as her tram driver husband, Lauri, also finds himself out of work.

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

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The Simon & Garfunkel Story - More Info

Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20…

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Raghu Dixit Trio - More Info

Stripped-back. Heartfelt. A closer look at the songs of Raghu Dixit.The Raghu Dixit Trio brings together three long-time collaborators - Raghu Dixit (vocals, ac…

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Tchaikovsky's Serenade - More Info

Our own Royal Northern Sinfonia are joined by Antje Weithaas, winner of the Opus Klassik ‘Instrumentalist of the Year 2025 award, who will both play the solo vi…

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Paul Jones & Dave Kelly - From the Blues Band - More Info

Seasoned. Timeless. One for Blues fans.The Blues Band are now retired from touring.

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Newcastle International Chamber Music Series: Pavel Haas Quartet - More Info

The Pavel Haas Quartet are known for performances that feel alive and immediate. Their recordings have picked up major awards and each visit to this series has…

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Carl Palmer and An Evening With Emerson Lake & Palmer - More Info

Confident. Legendary. A trio of talent.What if you could see Emerson, Lake & Palmer live again? Not a tribute. Not a cover band.

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Jan Akkerman - My Focus - My Anniversary Tour 2027 - More Info

Incredible. Idolised. Guitar wizard.Jan Akkerman tours the UK as part of his 80th Birthday Celebrations.

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Watercolour Class: Northern Lights

A watercolour class focused on the Northern Lights.Discover the quiet joy of watercolour painting in this gentle, hands-on workshop with artist Nici Christina (…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Isabelle Faust Plays Beethoven - More Info

Only one of the world’s greatest violinists, Isabelle Faust, joining our own Royal Northern Sinfonia and conductor Dinis Sousa.It’s a Beethoven double bill this…

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Family Watercolour Class: Springtime Meadow

A watercolour and collage class for ages 7 - 12 with their grown ups.Discover the fun of watercolour painting in this gentle, hands-on workshop with artist Nici…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Nature Collage With Artist Pui Lee

Inspired by the birds, landscapes, and decorative arts within the gallery's collection, families are invited to create layered artworks through the use of mixed…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Caroline

Layered. Renewed. Horizon expanding sounds.Rock collective caroline build on the layering of worlds and environments that define their second album, caroline 2,…

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Caroline - More Info

Layered. Renewed. Horizon expanding sounds.Rock collective caroline build on the layering of worlds and environments that define their second album, caroline 2,…

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E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial in Concert - More Info

Conductor Ben Palmer and Royal Northern Sinfonia bring Steve Spielberg’s heart-warming family favourite to life.Watching E.T. on the big screen is special.

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Strictly Smokin Big Band & Gareth Lockrane - More Info

Melodic. Smooth. Visionary big band music.Join Michael Lamb’s Strictly Smokin’ Big Band for an unforgettable evening featuring the exceptional flautist, compose…

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Sinfonia of London: Rachmaninov's Symphonic Dances - More Info

We give another warm Gateshead welcome to local conducting sensation John Wilson and his top-tier band of musicians, the Sinfonia of London, together with soloi…

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Bis

Glasgow's favourite punk-pop trio.

The Central, Gateshead

Piano Greats: Pavel Kolesnikov Plays Chopin - More Info

One of the most soulful (and technically brilliant) pianists around today, Pavel Kolesnikov.

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Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club 'the Ronnie Scott's Story'

Unforgettable. Unbelievable. The incredible Ronnie Scott’s story.Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to…

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Joe Webb - More Info

Hooks. Swagger. Mercury shortlist rising star.Welsh pianist, Joe Webb unveils his new album, Neath Beat, released on Edition Records.

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Chroncile Cinema

A rare screening of Jean Rouch and Edgar Morin’s trailblazing study of the hopes and fears & artist Barbara Hammer’s gonzo New York subway film.

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

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Newcastle International Chamber Music Series: Engegård Quartet - More Info

Formed in Norway’s Lofoten Islands, the Engegård Quartet brings a distinctive Scandinavian sound.

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Wor Bella - More Info

Back on tour by popular demand.The incredible story of the North East munitionettes who saved the WWI war effort and played football to raise money for wounded…

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Bach's St Matthew Passion - More Info

Royal Northern Sinfonia are joined by the incredible Monteverdi Choir, all of whom are real experts in Bach’s music, with six singers stepping out of the choir…

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This is the Kit - More Info

Quirky. Quaint. Feels like a hug.In this mid-apocalyptic world, it can feel pointless to dwell on time. Why look back when we could live in the present?

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Beethoven's Eroica Symphony - More Info

Royal Northern Sinfonia and their effervescent Principal Guest Conductor, Nil Venditti, with Fabian Müller on the keys.Beethoven’s Third Symphony, Mozart’s Pian…

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Watercolour Class: Spring Flowers

A watercolour class focused on spring flowersDiscover the quiet joy of watercolour painting in this gentle, hands-on workshop with artist Nici Christina (Skyebl…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Hejira - a Celebration of Joni Mitchell - More Info

Touching. Sincere. A love letter to Joni.Hejira started as a one-off gig. Now it’s blossomed into a highly successful touring band celebrating Joni Mitchell’s m…

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Spring Craft Market 2027 - Book a Stall

The Shipley Art Gallery's spring craft market takes place on Saturday 13 March. There are 20 stalls available for artists and makers.Arrival time for stallholde…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Stravinsky's Firebird - More Info

We welcome one of the big beasts of the UK’s classical scene, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with their Music Director Vasily Petrenko and star pianist Bertr…

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Rob Lamberti - More Info

Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed audiences around the country and Europe and lifted them to their feet, in a dynamic show tha…

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Eight Songs for a Mad King - More Info

Musicians from our orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia and conductor James Weeks, a real master of contemporary classical music.One concert, two sides of the same…

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