Festive Events 2012

Join us for magical family concerts including The Snowman and The Gruffalo, Christmas parties and seasonal fun this Christmas at The Sage Gateshead.

Past events in this festival

Warming Songs for Winter Days

Snuggle up with this hearty stew of songs, dances, theatrical fun and audience participation to...

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Messiah

When the Bishop of London banned religious-themed works from London theatres in the 1730s, Handel...

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Inspiration Choir - Believe

It's glamour all the way for this year's Inspiration Christmas extravaganza, with songs from all...

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The Magic of Motown

Direct from the USA, this superbly talented cast performed effortlessly and seamlessly with the...

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Northern Sinfonia Christmas Concert: Rejoice

Our annual festive concert led by the wonderful Simon Halsey. Expect seasonal music and readings,...

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The Magical Sounds of Christmas presented by The Ravenswood Singers

It's that magical time of the year, when young and old look forward to celebrating that 'special...

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The Three Bs: Kenny Ball, Chris Barber & Acker Bilk

A rare opportunity to see three legends of British jazz – Kenny Ball, Chris Barber and Acker Bilk...

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QuoFestive featuring Status Quo

Status Quo will undertake a 10 date UK Winter tour in 2012 with a date at The Sage Gateshead. Last...

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Christmas Parties

Celebrate the festive season in style this year and join us at one of our fabulous Christmas party...

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Carols and Capers 2012: Maddy Prior and the Carnival Band

Renowned folk singer *Maddy Prior* returns with the *Carnival Band* for their unique, festive show...

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Slade and Sweet

Throughout the 70s, *Slade* became one of Europe's biggest bands, touring and recording...

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The Glenn Miller Orchestra - In the Christmas Mood

It's time to get 'In the Christmas Mood' as the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, led by Ray...

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Young Musicians Programme Presents: Jambone & Friends

Jambone has delighted audiences with live performances with some great jazz names and on this...

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Exploring Music: What are Carols?

For just a few weeks every year, it is almost impossible to escape them - you hear them in...

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Christmas Massed Brass Bands

Our popular series 'Massed Brass Bands', directed by Ray Farr, returns with a real festive flavour....

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Class of '77 featuring From The Jam, The Blockheads & Boomtown Rats

From The Jam, The Blockheads and Boomtown Rats Garry Roberts & Simon Crowe will be bringing their...

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Christmas with the Rat Pack

The special Christmas version of the hit show - take a trip back in time to the glamorous, glitzy...

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Katherine Jenkins - An Evening Of Christmas Classics

Record-breaking multi-platinum selling mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins has announced a series of...

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Santa's Magical Mystery Tour

Festive fun for little ones! Come along and meet Santa’s Helpers: Star, Deer, Spruce, Jingle and...

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Folkworks: Family Christmas Ceilidh with the New Slide band

A Folkworks Family Christmas Ceilidh has become one of the traditions of the Christmas season at...

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Seasonal Music on the Concourse

Adding to the Christmas spirit throughout December there is free seasonal entertainment on the...

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Folkworks: Christmas Ceilidh with The New Slide Band

The Folkworks Christmas Ceilidh is a great way to *let your hair down* and get into the Christmas...

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The Snowman

‘The Snowman’ has become something of a Christmas tradition here at The Sage Gateshead. Bring...

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Arts, Crafts and Face Painting

Free fun family activities over Christmas. Come along and get creative with our arts and crafts...

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Early Years Big Family Sing and Dance

Come and join us for a large helping of fun, song and dance led by musicians from our Early Years...

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The Gruffalo

New for 2012 - we’ll be screening the hugely acclaimed films ‘The Gruffalo’ and ‘The...

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Folkworks: Towards Twelfth Night - Taffy Thomas and Friends

h2. Sunday 30th December *Tales, Tunes & Riddles* for all the family. A farewell to Christmas,...

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Sing Together: Abba Choir

What better way to say goodbye to 2012 and see in 2013 than to be a part of our Sing Together: Abba...

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The New Rope String Band Family Show

Bring the whole family along to enjoy superb musicianship and side-splitting comic genius. Elements...

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The New Rope String Band Family Show

Bring the whole family along to enjoy superb musicianship and side-splitting comic genius. Elements...

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New Year's Eve Celebration featuring The New Rope String Band

Welcome in the New Year with unique entertainers The New Rope String Band. Expect the...

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New Year's Eve Celebration featuring 1974 Abba Tribute and The Sing Together: Abba Choir

Wrap up 2012 with 1974 Abba Tribute featuring The Sing Together: Abba Choir. Dance in the aisles to...

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The Sage Gateshead New Year's Eve Party with James Taylor Quartet

After the New Year's Eve evening performances (1974 Abba Tribute in Hall One or New Rope String...

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New Year Viennese Gala

See in the New Year in traditionalViennese style with Northern Sinfonia and a stunning array of...

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