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SUMMARY:Horden Beach & Seaham Beach
DESCRIPTION:A visit to Horden Beach and Seaham offers a refreshing mix of wild coastal beauty and traditional seaside charm along the Durham Heritage Coast. Horden Beach feels rugged and peaceful\, with dramatic cliffs\, wide open skies and the sound of waves rolling onto the shore\, making it perfect for a quiet walk or a moment to unwind. Following the coastal path north brings you to Seaham\, where the atmosphere becomes livelier around the harbour and promenade. Seaham is well known for its sea glass treasures\, colourful cliffs\, and welcoming cafés overlooking the North Sea. Together\, they make for a rewarding coastal outing that combines scenic walking\, photography opportunities and a touch of local history.
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/horden-beach-seaham-beach/
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SUMMARY:From Suburb to River: South Gosforth to the Quayside via Ouseburn
DESCRIPTION:Walking from South Gosforth to Newcastle Quayside via the Ouseburn is a rewarding route that blends urban life with pockets of unexpected greenery. Starting in South Gosforth\, the journey gradually leaves the residential calm behind as you head south toward the vibrant valley of the Ouseburn Valley\, where old industrial buildings have been transformed into creative spaces\, cafés\, and music venues. Following the burn downhill\, the sound of traffic fades and is replaced by birdsong and the gentle flow of water\, with striking views of bridges overhead and street art tucked beneath them. The route eventually opens out onto the historic Newcastle Quayside\, where the River Tyne glints beside the sweeping curves of its iconic bridges\, making the walk feel like a gradual unfolding of the city’s character—from suburb to culture hub to waterfront landmark.
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/from-suburb-to-river-south-gosforth-to-the-quayside-via-ouseburn/
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Alex O’Connor
DESCRIPTION:Join YouTuber and host of the Within Reason podcast Alex O’Connor for an evening of discussion and audience questions on God\, religion\, consciousness\, and more. \nRead More
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/an-evening-with-alex-oconnor/
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SUMMARY:Glitch - The True Story of the Post Office Scandal
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nRABBLE Theatre presents\nGlitch – The True Story of the Post Office Scandal \n\nPam Stubbs has been sub-postmistress of Barkham Post Office for over twenty years\, respected and loved by the community.  \nBut when unexplained discrepancies start appearing in her accounts\, Pam soon finds herself at the heart of the biggest miscarriage of justice in English legal history.  \nGlitch is an inspirational true story\, based on the experiences of Pam and her colleagues. The play was created with sub-postmistresses and masters affected by the events\, key members of the legal process and commissioned by the University of Reading.  \n“Your production was amazing. Thank you so much for keeping the story alive.” Seema Misra\, sub-postmistress\, wrongly imprisoned whilst pregnant \nWriter: Zannah Kearns\nDramaturg: Beth Flintoff\nDirector: Gareth Taylor and Gemma Colclough\nDesign: Caitlin Abbott\nLighting Design: Oliver Welsh\nMusic and Sound Design: Benjamin Hudson\nBased on an original concept by Elizabeth Conaghan  \nRead More
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/glitch-the-true-story-of-the-post-office-scandal/
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SUMMARY:Sinfonia of London: Elgar's Enigma Variations
DESCRIPTION:Tears. Riddles. A musical portrait like no other.\nWho’s on stage\nHe’s back! Local star John Wilson returns with his own orchestra Sinfonia of London – a combination you’ll be hearing a lot more from in future as they’re now an Artistic Partner at The Glasshouse. Pianist Alexandre Kantorow\, described by The Guardian as a ‘fire-breathing virtuoso’ (presumably not literally)\, joins them. \nWhat they’re playing\nA substantial\, hearty meal of a programme. Richard Strauss’s Don Juan\, Sergei Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Elgar’s Enigma Variations. \n\n\nWhat you’ll hear\n\nRichard Strauss Don Juan\nSergei Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3\nEdward Elgar Enigma Variations \n\n\n\nWho’s playing it\n\nJohn Wilson conductor\nAlexandre Kantorow piano\nSinfonia of London \n\n\n\nWhat’s happening in the music?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElgar’s Enigma Variations is undoubtedly one of the most popular pieces of music out there\, and it’s easy to see why. It’s an amiable portrait of his friends\, each portrayed with the composer’s trademark charm\, wit\, invention and sentiment. There are mischievous dogs\, ocean-going steamers and summer walks\, and we defy you not to have a tear in your eye for ‘Nimrod’. \nhttps://theglasshouseicm.org/whats-on/sinfonia-of-london-enigma-variations/ \n \n 
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SUMMARY:Michael Portillo – A Life of Two Halves
DESCRIPTION:Michael Portillo—A Life of Two Halves \nSecretary of State. Traveller. TV superstar. The inimitable Michael Portillo joins us live on stage to share funny\, insightful\, and poignant stories from his extraordinarily rich and varied life. \nThe son of a refugee who rose to become one of Britain’s leading politicians and best loved broadcasters\, Michael Portillo’s life has been a game of two halves. As a statesman he served under Margaret Thatcher\, ran for the leadership of the Conservative Party\, and lost his seat in one of the most famous moments in British political history\, only to become one of the nation’s favourite broadcasters\, sparring with Diane Abbott and Andrew O’Neill and enthralling millions of us with his travels on the world’s greatest railways. \nIn this unique stage show\, Michael will share his life story\, from his late father’s experiences of the Spanish Civil War and escape to England\, where he and Michael’s mother met while looking after refugee children\, all the way to his present-day adventures travelling across Spain\, the USA\, India\, and beyond. \nWe’ll hear Michael’s funny and insightful observations about his old boss Margaret Thatcher and his reflections on the decay of political power. He’ll tell us about his break into TV – including the time he became a single mum… And\, of course\, we’ll hear about the great railway journeys he has undertaken and what they can tell us about the history and state of the world today. \nWhether you are passionate about politics or a fan of Michael’s many international adventures\, this is an unmissable treat. All aboard! \nRead More
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/michael-portillo-a-life-of-two-halves/
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SUMMARY:2001: A Space Odyssey (35mm)
DESCRIPTION:Stanley Kubrick’s monumental achievement in sci-fi cinema returns to The Tyneside\, as astronaut David Bowman embarks on a mysterious lunar journey – assisted by all-seeing AI HAL 9000. \n\nTo begin his voyage into the future\, Kubrick visits our prehistoric ape-ancestry past\, then leaps millennia into colonised space\, and ultimately whisks astronaut Bowman into unchartered realms of space\, perhaps even into immortality… \nOnce seen on the big screen\, never forgotten\, Kubrick created a new dawn for cinema with this 1968 masterpiece. \nRead More
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