Cultural City, Cultural County
Activities which involve people from all over the county in cultural pursuits, often leading to a celebration in the City. The Gala Theatre is leading a project to reprise Durham's medieval Mystery Plays, giving them a modern context and using a range of contemporary media. Involving individuals and communities from across the county, the plays will be performed as part of a major celebration in May 2010.
Mighty Wurlitzer Concert
Michael Haynes in the Classical Mood
For 38 years our Wurlitzer console rose from the depths of the orchestra pit in the New Victoria Theatre in Bradford to entertain patrons with musical interludes. Now installed in a specially converted building, the New Victoria organ plays once again, recreating the atmosphere of a different and more leisurely age.
Since the organ was first played in its present home in 1986, many thousands of visitors have come
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A Spring Concert
Bishop Auckland Choral Society presents: A Spring Concert. An evening of classic music featuring Faurer's Requiem and other light music. Tickets available by telephoning 01388 834359/747621 or Read More...
Much Ado About Nothing
The Pantaloons present their own brand of open air Shakespearean mayhem. Family friendly fun with live music and audience participation. Read More...
Candle Workshop
Candle dipping workshop with Ted Thompson of Moorland Candles. Come and try your hand at this ancient craft and take home your own crafted candle. £2 per Read More...
Great news – Lumiere, the magical festival of light which many of you enjoyed last November was a winner at Tuesday’s Journal Culture Awards. And ...
culturedurham: A play originated at Gala Durham on show at Theatre Royal Newcastle and Fenwicks Window - Alf Ramsay knew my Grandfather...
"Durham is great for entertaining everyone from young to old ....."
michelle sheen, sunnisde (bishop auckland)