Things to do in Gateshead

Ferris and Sylvester

Ferris & Sylvester are a force to be reckoned with. They are honest and unashamed, bold and unapologetic.

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The Shires

UK country superstars The Shires first entered the history books in 2015, when their debut album, Brave, became the first ever British country album to enter th…

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The Legends - Vegas: After Hours Tour

The Legends: Brendan, James, Pasha, Vincent and Ian in their brand new Show Vegas: After Hours–Where the Dance Floor Never Sleeps!Get ready for the ultimate nig…

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Jimmy Nail

Acclaimed actor, singer, musician and writer — and proud Geordie icon — Jimmy Nail heads out on the road in 2026 with Stories and Songs, a series of intimate re…

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Jasmine Myra

Elegant. Grounding. In full bloom.Jasmine Myra makes a statement with her third album Where Light Settles.

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London Symphonic Rock Orchestra

Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology and the raucous rebellion of rock, London Symphonic Rock Orch…

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Gipsy Kings

One of the most successful Spanish language bands of the last 40 years, Gipsy Kings are revered for their 1989 self-titled album spending 40 weeks on the US cha…

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Bellowhead: Burlesque 20th Anniversary Tour

Bellowhead celebrate the 20th anniversary of their full-length debut album Burlesque in 2026.

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Ben Folds: The Paper Airplane Request Tour

Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds, celebrated for his wide-ranging, genre-bending catalogue, returns!He currently tours as a pop artist, while also per…

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Boyzlife

Irish pop duo featuring ex-members of Westlife and Boyzone. Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy perform pop hits by their former bands.There are few acts that accomp…

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Tony Hadley: Christmas Big Band Tour

Flying Music presents: Tony Hadley: The Christmas Big Band Tour 2026The voice of the 80s returns with a swinging celebration of classic crooners and his own tim…

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A Country Night in Nashville

“One Night In Nashville” brings you an authentic honky-tonk live show featuring the talented Singer/Songwriter Maria Jordan and her 6-piece band.Immerse yoursel…

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Rhiannon Giddens

Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Giddens won critical acclaim for her debut solo album Tomorrow is My Turn, recorded in Los An…

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Kate Rusby

One of Britain's most celebrated contemporary folk singers, known for her mix of thoughtful originals, tasteful covers, and traditional fare.

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Frazey Ford

Frazey Ford is best known as the lead singer of beloved alt-folk band The Be Good Tanyas.

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The Classic Rock Show

‘The Classic Rock Fan’s Ultimate Live Juke Box!’From AC/DC to ZZ Top and everything in between, including Led Zeppelin, Dire Straits, Queen, The Eagles, Lynyrd…

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Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time For More?

A brand new production from the guys that brought you Steptoe & Son!Tommy Cooper, one of the greatest ever comedians, is back!

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Robben Ford

Robben Ford is one of the world's premier guitarists, particularly known for his blues playing, as well as his ability to be comfortable in a variety of musical…

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José González

It’s easy to overlook the fact that, despite only three solo albums in 18 years, José González has packed out distinguished venues from Sydney to Tallinn – via…

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Emeli Sandé

Emeli Sandé is one of Britain’s most successful living songwriters. Her debut album Our Version of Events, which sold over 5.4 million copies to date, was the b…

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Carl Palmer Band

Carl Palmer is a drummer's drummer. A consummate professional, a brilliant technician and a dynamic showman, he has thrilled listeners and audiences alike for n…

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Jake Bugg

Jake Bugg’s indie-pop sound has thrilled UK audiences for a decade, with poignant lyrics and catchy guitar riffs.Singer-songwriter Jake Bugg's Festival debut in…

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This Is The Kit

In today's fast-paced mid-apocalyptic world it can feel like a waste of time to speak about time at all.​Why dwell on the past when we could just live in the pr…

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Kim Wilde

Kim Wilde burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the classic Kids In America, a worldwide hit.

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Seasick Steve

Seasick Steve has today announced he will be performing 9 headline shows across the UK this November in support of his latest album, ‘Blues in Mono’.

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Spiritualized

The sleeve tells you so much about the process. It’s a picture of a lone figure. Suited up and immersed in interplanetary protective gear, he walks out across u…

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Café Del Mundo

Experience the passion, precision, and fiery soul of flamenco with Café del Mundo, Germanys leading flamenco guitar duo.

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Bess Atwell

If it’s here, you need to be there. Presented by Parallel Lines.This is an 18+ event.

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Richard Thompson

Richard Thompson is one of this country's best loved songwriters and most distinctive guitar virtuosos, capable of breathtaking drama and sublime delicacy, prom…

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Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass

Legendary musician, artist, record label executive, and philanthropist Herb Alpert brings the Tijuana Brass Band on their first tour together in over 40 years.

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Strictly Come Dancing: Here Come The Boys

Following last year’s sold-out show, Here Come The Boys returns with four incredible dance superstars in this brand new dazzling production.Strictly Come Dancin…

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Mike & the Mechanics

Ageless. Fabled. Still passes its MOT.Formed in 1985, Mike + The Mechanics have evolved over its 40+ years.

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Fisherman's Friends

Bound together by lifelong friendship and shared experience for more than 25 years, the Fisherman’s Friends have met on the Platt (harbour) in their native Port…

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Morcheeba

Thirty years ago, a chance meeting at a South London party sparked one of British electronic music’s most enduring partnerships: Morcheeba.

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Jamie Duffy

Jamie Duffy has already made a significant mark on the global music scene. His debut single Solas shattered records in 2022, becoming the most streamed debut so…

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Down for the Count Swing Orchestra: Swing Into Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: the 30-piece Down for the Count Swing Orchestra returns with its much-loved annual seasonal treat, "Swing Into Christm…

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Amelia Coburn

BBC Radio Young Folk Awards Nominee, UKE Magazine Best Newcomer winner and now English Folk Expo Mentor Scheme participant, Amelia Coburn is a truly stunning so…

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Xmas On The Dancefloor

Featuring guest star and Strictly sensation Gorka Márquez alongside a stunning cast of world-class dancers, singers and the fabulous XMAS DOLLS.

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Vanessa Williams

Accompanied by her incredible band of world-class musicians, Vanessa will take you on her musical journey, from her 1988 chart debut, through to her latest albu…

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Rick Wakeman: The Wizard of Prog

Rick Wakeman: The Wizard of Prog brings his Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour feat The English Rock Ensemble!Classically trained keyboardist extraordinaire who p…

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The Hawkstone Farmers Choir - This Is Home

Following an extraordinary year that has taken them from muddy fields and tractor cabs to one of the biggest stages on British television, The Hawkstone Farmers…

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Tubular Bells Live in Concert

Celebrating the brilliance of these iconic and seminal musical piecesOver the past few years Tubular Bells I, II & III in concert has become the ultimate live c…

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Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell

Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell is an acclaimed UK-based 7-piece touring band dedicated to honouring and performing the sophisticated mid-to-late '70s masterp…

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Hermanos Gutiérrez

Hermanos Gutiérrez is a two-piece band formed of the brothers Alejandro and Estevan Gutiérrez.

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Miloš Karadaglić

The exceptional classical guitarist Miloš Karadaglić will return with one of the UK’s top chamber orchestras.

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Toby Lee

Toby Lee - Winner of the Young Blue Artist of the Year 2023!Toby Lee is an English guitarist from Oxfordshire and has appeared on the television shows Little Bi…

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Disney Princess - The Concert

Your every dream will come true as larger-than-life animation and theatrical effects immerse the audience in pure Disney magic, while these powerhouse talents s…

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Wet Wet Wet

Released in 1987, Popped In Souled Out was the album that introduced Wet Wet Wet to not only a national audience, but a global one too.

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