Archive - Cultured. North East

A blooming remarkable survival

Having devoted much of her life to protecting Upper Teesdale's botanical treasures, 100-year-old Margaret Bradshaw is welcoming fresh support for their…

3 hrs ago • Tony Henderson

“We’re laughing at everyone”

From teenage performers to seasoned Fannies, sketch troupe Your Aunt Fanny are bringing the laughs back to where it all began

3 hrs ago • Sam Wonfor

The bigger picture

As a new BBC crime drama filmed in Northumberland debuts, commissioner Helen Munson explains how investment, local talent and a growing production…

5 hrs ago • Sam Wonfor

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

23 hrs ago • 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.

Oct 23

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

Oct 23

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

Oct 23 • 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

Oct 23

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

Oct 23 • Sam Wonfor

Academy dancer to keep students and staff on their toes

A nimble approach to learning

Oct 23 • David Whetstone

Musical stars inspire next generation at The Glasshouse

Much more than just a venue

Oct 23 • David Whetstone

Middlesbrough out of culture race but defiantly not down

Looking ahead now to Boro 2030

Oct 22 • David Whetstone

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