Unlike several of her recent novels, which centred on the recurring characters of Lucy Barton and Olive Kitteridge, the latest from Elizabeth Strout is a stand-alone work that captivates right from the off. The story follows Artie Dam, a high school histo…

The Sonia Sabri Company will be illuminating the Darlington Hippodrome this June when they bring their thrilling ‘Roshni’ our way. This soul-stirring performance is more than just a dance recital; it is a deeply personal exploration of light through the …

The totemic language of artist Mani Kambo is explored in a new exhibition at the Dead Dog Gallery in Durham. I managed to catch an exhibition by Mani Kambo at BALTIC in 2024, and it’s great news that this multidisciplinary artist from Newcastle has ano…