FOR MUSIC…
22 – 26 MAY
It has blown away audiences in the West End, now it’s here in the North East ready to wow audiences at the Theatre Royal. Bill Kenwright’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Time Rice’s Evita returns – telling the tale of Eva Perón, wife of former Argentine dictator, Juan Perón. This mesmerising musical follows Eva’s journey from humble beginnings through to an extraordinary iconic status. A classic reborn at Newcastle’s Theatre Royal.
FOR FAMILY…
23 MAY
The Harlem Globetrotters are in town this Wednesday – promising an evening of spectacular sporting fun for the whole family. The best-loved exhibition basketball team will be bringing their amazing skills to the North East in a production showcasing ball handling wizardry, trick shots, hilarious comedy and fan interaction throughout.
FOR FOOD…
23 MAY
Foodies will love ARC Stockton Arts Centre’s street food event this Wednesday. From the guys behind No 60 – ARC’s new cafe/bar – it’s expected to be one of its most exciting and popular Food Lovers Club gatherings, during which guests will be treated to a number of mouthwatering international dishes. Grab some chums and get down a delicious dinner taking you across the globe.
FOR THEATRE…
25 – 27 MAY
The team behind Middlesbrough Town Hall are treating the public to a series of exciting events this weekend, as part of the venue’s opening season. This celebratory weekend will include ‘Erimus’ a spectacular performances by Southpaw Dance Company. Taking inspiration from Middlesbrough’s motto ‘we shall be’, the immersive theatrical production will reflect the exciting future of the Town Hall, showing off as many features as possible within the complex.
FOR SHOPPING…
26 & 27 MAY
Set across the streets of Yorkshire’s ‘food capital’, Malton Food Lovers Festival is a celebration of Yorkshire’s finest produce and cooking. This bank holiday weekend festival is set to be the biggest and best yet; expect heaving stalls, delicious street food, talks and tastings, celebrity chefs, live demos, cookery lessons, live music and more. A real family foodie extravaganza – it’s not known as Yorkshire’s foodie answer to Glastonbury for nothing!
