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Culture Digest 23.10.26
Our weekly round up of some of the arts and culture stories from across the North East which caught our attention
 • Sam Wonfor
Northern writers win Channel 4 career boost
Four emerging television writers have secured placements with some of the UK’s leading production companies following an awards ceremony in Newcastle.
Youngsters have their say on Hansel & Gretel
More than 200 Newcastle schoolchildren got a sneak peek at balletLORENT's new production - and were invited to help make it even better
Young voices tell Seaham's story
Schoolchildren have been exploring the people, places and events that shaped their town, bringing its history to life in a new booklet
 • Tony Henderson
Geordie Bond gives Newcastle writer licence to thrill
Holly Johnson's winning comedy sketch could make it onto the stage at the next Sunday for Sammy arena show
Another Mercury moment for Newcastle
RAYE takes the prize, North East nominees do us proud and the music world enjoys another memorable night on Tyneside
 • Sam Wonfor
Academy dancer to keep students and staff on their toes
A nimble approach to learning
 • David Whetstone
Musical stars inspire next generation at The Glasshouse
Much more than just a venue
 • David Whetstone
Middlesbrough out of culture race but defiantly not down
Looking ahead now to Boro 2030
 • David Whetstone
Robson on his hopes for The Northumbria Mysteries
New crime drama on BBC One
 • David Whetstone
Young voices welcome Mercury Prize judges to Newcastle
Schoolchildren provide a musical welcome as the prestigious awards return to Tyneside for a second year
On your marks, get set, HOWAY!
Thousands of runners will see in 2027 on a new route through Newcastle city centre, reviving a racing tradition dating back more than 40 years
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