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Lunchtime Concert: Mark Carroll & Paul Taylor

As composers and performers both have a long history at the Lit and Phil and this offers a rare opportunity to see them as a improvising duo.

Venue:
The Lit & Phil, 23 Westgate Road, Newcastle, NE1 1SE
Date:
Apr 11th 2025
Time:
13:00
Price:
Free

Bayboards

Manchester's hottest new indie band.

Venue:
Zerox, 48-52 Sandhill, Newcastle, NE1 3JF
Date:
Apr 11th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£10

Si Cranstoun

The man that launched The Dualers & A Fab Footstompin Retro Band rides again with a brand new upbeat album.

Venue:
Think Tank?, Digital, Times Square, Centre For Life, Newcastle, NE1 4EP
Date:
Apr 11th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£25.20adv

Tom McConville Band

Award-winning fiddle player and singer Tom McConville is internationally renowned for his fiery, heart-stopping performances.

Venue:
The Globe, 11 Railway Street, Newcastle, NE4 7AD
Date:
Apr 11th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£15

Failed To Ignite + Conor Michael + Before Stories + Coco Schnell

Venue:
The Globe, 11 Railway Street, Newcastle, NE4 7AD
Date:
Apr 11th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
From £8.30

Lost In Music – One Night At The Disco

Relive some of the greatest songs of all time from artists such as Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge and Chic.

Venue:
The Forum Theatre, Queensway, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS23 2LJ
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £31

Cleveland Philharmonic Choir

The evening begins with the joyous Rutter Magnificat, followed by Serenade to Music, a much-loved piece with words by Shakespeare and featuring all the soloists. After the interval all the performers join together to perform the wonderful Mozart Requiem.

Venue:
Middlesbrough Town Hall, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2QJ
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£21 Adult / £6 Child & Student

Megson

Megson is the critically acclaimed folk duo of Debs Hanna and Stu Hanna, renowned for their heavenly vocals, lush harmonies, and driving rhythmic guitars that create a truly unique brand of folk music.

Venue:
Arc, Dovecot Street, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1LL
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£20/£18

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Simple Minded

Scottish tribute to Simple Minds.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15

Country Hits Live

Performed by a cast of award-winning musicians and singers, Country Hits Live celebrates the atmosphere and energy of an evening in the home of country music.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £23

The Lindisfarne Story

Founder member Ray Laidlaw and former front man Billy Mitchell tell Lindisfarne's roller-coaster story with tall tales, memorable music and of course, scurrilous gossip.

Venue:
Whitley Bay Playhouse, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£32.75

Codename Colin

Brass fueled Ska Punk.

Venue:
Little Buildings, 3-5 Stepney Bank, Newcastle, NE1 2PW
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£10

Letz Zep

The leading tribute to the music of Led Zeppelin.

Venue:
Anarchy Brew Co., Benfield Business Park, Unit A1, Enfield Road, Newcastle, NE6 4NQ
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
18:00
Price:
£17

Jamie Grey

Redcar singer-songwriter whose songwriting proficiency is undeniable. His style predominantly through use of acoustic guitar and piano is at the core singer/songwriter but he flirts in several sub genres from straight pop to folk, soul, as-well as RnB.

Venue:
The Georgian Theatre, Green Dragon Yard, Stockton on Tees, TS18 1AE
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£12.50

Sean Paul and Ashanti

International dancehall superstar Sean Paul is set to return to the UK for his biggest UK Tour to date with very special guest Ashanti joining him right here in Newcastle.

Venue:
Utilita Arena, Arena Way, Newcastle, NE4 7NA
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
From £70.75

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Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra present a Spring Swing Revue

Featuring Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra, House of the Black Gardenia and The King Bees.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£18

Imelda May

Born and raised in Dublin’s Liberties, Imelda May is one of Ireland and the UK’s most celebrated female artists. She’s a true creative; a multi-talented singer, songwriter, poet, actor, and producer.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£42.20

The Counterfeit Seventies

Featuring the music of Slade, Sweet, T.Rex, The Bay City Rollers and many, many more, they will take you through a rollercoaster ride of the biggest 70’s hits.

Venue:
Alnwick Playhouse, Bondgate Without, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1PQ
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£25

Marisa and the Moths

Turning heads with their unique alternative rock sound and powerhouse female vocals, Marisa’s lyrics delve into heavy topics such as mental health, toxic relationships, trauma, and sexuality, resonating deeply with her fellow misfits and anyone who has ever dealt with similar hardships.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£16.50

Charlie Floyd

Charlie Floyd's unique style of Indie pop has been championed by This Feeling Best New Bands, BBC Newcastle, Soccer AM: New Music and Robert Carlisle. Support from Park View & Scrannabis.

Venue:
Think Tank?, Digital, Times Square, Centre For Life, Newcastle, NE1 4EP
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£11

Fyfe Dangerfield + Hector Gannet

Fyfe Dangerfield is the founding member of Guillemots. A very special guest solo support set comes from North Shields singer-songwriter, Aaron Duff AKA Hector Gannet.

Venue:
The Globe, 11 Railway Street, Newcastle, NE4 7AD
Date:
Apr 12th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£20

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners

Steeped in song, story and revelry, this spectacular tale celebrates The Dubliners, Ireland’s favourite musical sons in authentic style.

Venue:
Sunderland Empire Theatre, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3EX
Date:
Apr 13th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £15

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Rollermania with The Legendaries

Les McKeown’s former touring band perform the hits of the Bay City Rollers.

Venue:
The Customs House, Mill Dam, South Shields, NE33 1ES
Date:
Apr 13th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £29.50

Whitney: Queen Of The Night

A celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time: Whitney Houston.

Venue:
The Forum Theatre, Queensway, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS23 2LJ
Date:
Apr 13th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £30

Hejira: A Celebration of Joni Mitchell

Fronted by the brilliant Hattie Whitehead, ‘Hejira’ is a 7-piece band celebrating & honouring the musical masterpieces of Joni Mitchell.

Venue:
Wylam Brewery, Palace of Arts, Exhibition Park, Newcastle, NE2 4PZ
Date:
Apr 13th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£22.50

The Cinelli Brothers

A true melting-pot of musicianship, showmanship and charisma. Their sound is an amalgam of Soul & Blues with a contemporary twist that honours the songwriting craftsmanship of their biggest influences -The Beatles, The Band, Little Feat, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles and Steve Winwood.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 13th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£16

Classical Café: Sophie Iliaifar

For April’s Classical Café, join Sophie Iliaifar, accompanied by Alison Gill, for an afternoon of classical singing. Performing a range of repertoire from Purcell to Brahms, Poulenc to Britten, with a few Cole Porter classics in between, your classical music palette will be dancing with delight.

Venue:
Middlesbrough Town Hall, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2QJ
Date:
Apr 13th 2025
Time:
14:00
Price:
£5/under 16s Free

Ronker

Ronker's music can be described as a mix between Danzig-era Misfits and Helmet, equally influenced by the earliest of hardcore-punk and 90’s alternative guitar music.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 14th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£12.50

The Phantoms

West End and TV sensation Lee Mead stars in The Phantoms. In this spellbinding night celebrating the most beloved musicals of all time, The Phantoms take us on a magical journey through iconic shows such as Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, West Side Story, Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph and, of course, The Phantom of the Opera.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Apr 15th 2025 - Apr 16th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £32

Sugababes

Iconic girl group Sugababes are coming to Newcastle next April to play their huge catalogue of pop hits.

Venue:
Utilita Arena, Arena Way, Newcastle, NE4 7NA
Date:
Apr 16th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
From £40.25

An Evening with The Magpie Arc

“the folk rock supergroup with Led Zeppelin vibes” (Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2) featuring Martin Simpson, Nancy Kerr and Findley Napier.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£24.80

Tom Ball – Spotlight

He’s the vocal sensation who’s racked up 85 million views and has been working with Grammy-winning writers. The singer has been likened to such stars as Michael Ball and Michael Buble.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£27.50

Tommy Blaize: 50 Years in Music

Tommy Blaize has one of the most recognisable voices in the UK. As the lead singer on Strictly Come Dancing for 20 glorious years, he’s sung live each week to up to 12 million people. Now it’s time for the man with the golden voice to step out in his first, major, solo tour.

Venue:
Queen's Hall Arts Centre, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £27.50

Zappa Night with Treacherous Cretins

Treacherous Cretins is a UK-based band that performs the works of the legendary American composer Frank Zappa.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£20

Hawkwind

Legendary space rock pioneers.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£33.80-£46.10

Alex Spencer

Discovered busking on the streets of Manchester, 17-year-old Alex Spencer has quickly emerged as one of the UK’s most exciting new songwriters. Fusing catchy guitar riffs with his raw, street-savvy voice, Alex’s music captures the energy and emotion of youth, with lyrics that speak to the highs and lows of growing up.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£13.50

Oscar Jerome

A staple of the capital's burgeoning jazz scene – previously collaborating with everyone from Shabaka Hutchings to Moses Boyd and Yussef Dayes.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£15

Showhawk Duo

Eat / Sleep / Acoustic Rave / Repeat with the duo who have played Glastonbury, Lost Village & beyond. Support from Bad Trafic.

Venue:
Boiler Shop, 20 South Street, Newcastle, NE1 3PE
Date:
Apr 17th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£19.25adv

21st Century Tennessee

The ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your favourite contemporary artists and hits into one phenomenal live show.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Apr 18th 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£31.45

Gigspanner Big Band

A unique force in British folk music.

Venue:
Queen's Hall Arts Centre, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS
Date:
Apr 18th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £27

Sara Jane Morris and Tony Remy present The Sisterhood

The Sisterhood is Sarah Jane Morris’s personal tribute to and celebration of 10 female artists prominent in the music world during the last century. They are Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Miriam Makeba, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Joni Mitchell, Rickie Lee Jones, Annie Lennox and Kate Bush.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 18th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£25

Charity Event

Featuring Priapism, Gods of Hellfire, Carousel, Bad Smell, Hijack Mantis and Meet the Byker Bigfoot.

Venue:
Little Buildings, 3-5 Stepney Bank, Newcastle, NE1 2PW
Date:
Apr 18th 2025
Time:
18:00
Price:
£10

Alation + The Social Club + Primaveras

Venue:
The Globe, 11 Railway Street, Newcastle, NE4 7AD
Date:
Apr 18th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£7adv/£10otd

Ravel's Tzigane

Be transported to Paris in the 1920s with music by the leading composers of the day, Maurice Ravel and Claude Debussy. Ravel’s passionate and fiery Tzigane, a real showstopper of a piece, contrasts with Debussy’s sensual music for harp.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Apr 19th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£20

The Drifters

The longest running singing group in pop history.

Venue:
Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate, Darlington, DL1 1RR
Date:
Apr 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£18-£35

Primal Scream

Scottish rock band Primal Scream head out on tour for their 12th studio album Come Ahead.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Apr 19th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£46.60advo2 cit

The Bridge

Cuba’s most internationally acclaimed guitar duo. With their musical empathy, Eduardo Martín and Ahmed Dickinson transform their concerts into a vehicle that connects, incorporates and juxtaposes their different generations; and the spiritual journey that drives their thrilling yet soothing performances.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£18/£16

The Bowie Experience

The best Bowie tribute band in the UK.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£18-£20

Fleeting Rumours

The North’s premier Tribute band to Fleetwood Mac.

Venue:
Bishop Auckland Town Hall, Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7NP
Date:
Apr 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£19

An Intimate Evening With Paul Young

Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home). More success followed with the number one album The Secret Of Association and the worldwide hit Everytime You Go Away. Now, he’s looking back during these intimate shows, that combine conversation and acoustic versions of songs.

Venue:
Queen's Hall Arts Centre, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS
Date:
Apr 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £30

Fleetwood Bac

The UK’s most authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute show.

Venue:
Gosforth Civic Theatre, Regent Farm Road, Newcastle, NE3 3HD
Date:
Apr 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£22.50

The Magic Of The Beatles

Venue:
The Forum Theatre, Queensway, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS23 2LJ
Date:
Apr 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £30

Symphonic Ibiza

Symphonic Ibiza fuses dance anthems with a DJ, vocalist & a live Orchestra. Launched at Ibiza super club Eden in 2018, the show has gone onto Ibiza Rocks Hotel & the famous Sunset Strip.

Venue:
Boiler Shop, 20 South Street, Newcastle, NE1 3PE
Date:
Apr 20th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£27.50

‘100% Soul..!’ with the Voices of Virtue Gospel Choir

All the classic Motown & Soul anthems everyone knows & loves, performed live.

Venue:
Wylam Brewery, Palace of Arts, Exhibition Park, Newcastle, NE2 4PZ
Date:
Apr 20th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£15-£18