Things to do

Performing arts take centre stage at Newcastle Fringe Festival this July. Here’s a quick-fire rundown on what to expect.

Sustainable fashion and thrifted style take to the spotlight as we chat to the founder of Clothes Cycle Markets, Poppy Collingwood-Cameron, ahead of her upcoming event in Newcastle later this month.

The award-winning Alasdair Beckett-King brings his whimsical style of comedy to The Stand later this month. Newcastle Sparkles catches up with the Durham comedian to chat all things Fringe, falafel and Flamingo Land.

A myth for the modern age – an enthralling new adaptation of A Song for Ella Grey takes to the stage in Newcastle.

A contemporary take on Shakespeare’s dark tragedy, shrouded in madness and murder.

Everything you need to know about Alphabetti Theatre, an award-winning, artist-led performance space in Newcastle.

Swing into action with a spot of crazy golfing at Junkyard Golf Club in the heart of Newcastle city centre.

Divorced, beheaded – and live. SIX the Musical returns to Newcastle Theatre Royal with a sassy 80-minute remix of this infamous chapter from Tudor history.

Get creative and learn a nifty new skill with a jewellery-making workshop at The Glamorous Owl in the heart of Newcastle.

A jukebox musical that tells the story of Faye Treadwell – the woman behind doo-wop and soul favourites, The Drifters.

Ever wanted to climb to the top of Grey’s Monument in Newcastle? Here’s what you need to know…

Whether you’re travelling to Newcastle from afar, or you’re a local playing tourist for the day – the NewcastleGateshead Toon Tour is one bus ride you won’t want to miss!

Newcastle Sparkles experiences OSCiLLATE – a dynamic tap dance show at Dance City by Old Kent Road that fuses contemporary dance with light and sound.

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) turns the page on an all-female adaptation of Jane Austen’s romantic classic, combining comedy and karaoke at Northern Stage.

It’s your last chance to catch Dippy the dinosaur on tour in Newcastle at the Great North Museum: Hancock.

Everyman Cinema Newcastle brings a boutique movie-going experience to the city with its retro screens, stylish bar, and food and drink service.