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REVIEW: Beauty and the Beast at Northern Stage
A new spin on an old favourite
3 hrs ago • 
David Whetstone
Kittiwakes stick around to star in Quayside Christmas show
Live Theatre's inspiration from above
5 hrs ago • 
David Whetstone
Culture Digest 05.12.25
A round up of the arts and culture stories which caught our attention over the past week or so...
Dec 5 • 
Sam Wonfor
One more shot for rock and souler Lynne Jackaman
Celebrated singer songwriter set to deliver the best bits of chart-topping debut One Shot on Tyneside before lifting the lid on first new music in five…
Dec 5 • 
Simon Rushworth
Heritage award for Durham venue The Story
National award adds to the story of a county’s 900-year history. Tony Henderson reports
Dec 5
Competition puts the beauty of Northumberland in the frame
Picture the wonders of Northumberland National Park in new anniversary competition. Tony Henderson reports
Dec 5
Community mural crowns student’s year-long placement
Let us spray – student runs street art course. Tony Henderson reports
Dec 5
North East creatives call for a ‘Festive Rebellion’ this Small Business Saturday
Campaign urges shoppers to ditch mass-produced gifts and back local artists
Dec 5
Laurels Theatre shortlisted for top honour as it bids farewell to its first home
Whitley Bay venue in the running for Fringe Theatre of the year at The Stage Awards 2026
Dec 5
Northumberland estate lights up world’s tallest living Christmas tree
Tree-mendous effort sees historic site earn world record accolade. Tony Henderson reports
Dec 5
New TV thriller starring Jill Halfpenny is set for new year premiere
Girl Taken is based on novel, Baby Doll and will be broadcast on Paramount+
Dec 5 • 
Sam Wonfor
Durham sees The Light - or will when it opens in 2026
City's new creative 'beacon'
Dec 5 • 
David Whetstone
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