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Dance, glance and romance – what’s on in the North East this February

From award-winning smash-hit romantic musical The Bodyguard to a family fun ice and fire festival in Durham, here are the hottest events happening this month.

Written by Rachael Nichol
Published 04.02.2023

ROMANCE

The Bodyguard

When: Monday 13th – Saturday 18th February

Where: Sunderland Empire

Price: from £13.00 

The international, award-winning smash-hit musical The Bodyguard is back. Starring Pussycat Doll, and multi-platinum Grammy-nominated Melody Thornton as Rachel Marron and Ayden Callaghan (Emmerdale, Hollyoaks) as Frank Farmer. A true romantic tale complete with the best of Whitney Houston’s classics.

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The Northern Wedding Show

When: Saturday 4th – Sunday 5th February

Where: Utilita Arena, Newcastle

Price: from £11.90 

The North’s biggest wedding show is back and bigger and better than ever showcasing the most creative Northern suppliers. Expect a display of ultimate wedding inspiration, a new entertainment line up and super cool street vendors. Plus, there will be a full production catwalk revealing the 2023 fashion trends from major bridal brands.

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DANCE

 

You Me At Six

When: Tuesday 7th February

Where: O2 City Hall Newcastle

Price: from £11.90

One of the most successful bands to emerge from the UK in recent years, You Me At Six are back and ready to rock O2 City Hall Newcastle with brand new music and their eighth studio album, ’Truth Decay’. Grab your tickets and get ready to belt out the boy’s newest tunes and classics – expect a throwback and a half.

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Motoon ‘My Baby Love’ (Valentine’s Special)

When: Saturday 11th February

Where: Wylam Brewery, Newcastle

Price: from £12.00

Celebrate with the one you love at Wylam Brewery’s Valentine’s soul party. Dance and sing the night away to Motown’s best beats and soul music classics with a northern twist. With DJs Alex Butler, Jack Taylor and Aaron Swales on the decks and a street food trader serving the best scran, you’re in for an ultimate date night at this event.

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DISCOVER

Fire & Ice Durham 2023

When: Friday 24th – Saturday 25th February

Where: Durham City Centre

Price: free

Durham city centre will be home to an exciting Steampunk-themed trail of ice sculptures for a weekend filled with family fun. Watch live demonstrations, enjoy our interactive displays and enjoy a day jam-packed with events and entertainment. Make sure you stay for the exciting finale beginning at 6pm.

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Buzzfest

When: Saturday 25th February

Where: Exhibition Park, Newcastle

Price: free

Join in celebrating the great work that the Beelines North East project has done across our city’s green spaces and communities.  Outside the Urban Green Café get stuck into some arts and crafts, enjoy live music and treat yourself to food and drink from the café.

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ENTERTAIN

Dogs & Dough

When: Saturday 25th February

Where: Twenty Twenty, Newcastle

Price: free

Bring your furry friend along to Twenty Twenty’s much-loved doggy meet-up, where pooches and humans alike can socialise in a relaxed environment. Hosted by Twenty Twenty’s much-loved mascot, Theo the Labradoodle, you can expect puppuccinos, free dog treats, dog beer and plenty of photo opportunities.

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Best of Hans Zimmer and John Williams by Candlelight: An Orchestral Tribute

When: Thursday 16th February

Where: Durham Cathedral

Price: from £30.11

Cinema’s most magical music performed by London Film Music Orchestra in an enchanting candle-lit setting. Treat yourself to some escapism with the sensational sound of Hans Zimmer inside the magical backdrop of Durham Cathedral with music from blockbusters Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean and Inception.

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RELAX

Sip and Stretch Yoga

When: Thursday 16th February

Where: Surf Café Tynemouth

Price: from £7.00

Join White Tiger Yoga with their relaxing yoga session at Tynemouth Surf Café. There’s really nothing more zen than doing yoga whilst hearing the lapping waves on Longsands beach in Tynemouth throughout the summer. Plus get a free hot/soft drink from Tynemouth Surf (we recommend the Biscoff hot chocolates) with your ticket.

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Charlotte Tilbury Prosecco Afternoon Tea

When: Sunday 12th February

Where: Spanish City

Price: £65.00

Enjoy an in-depth makeup demonstration by a Charlotte Tilbury Makeup Artist, followed by a luxurious, three-tiered Prosecco Afternoon Tea (a non-alcoholic alternative will be available, too). The best part? As part of your ticket price, you get a £30 voucher that you can use towards Charlotte Tilbury products while at the event.

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