Wednesday, May 21

Greasepaint and celluloid

A talk on Newcastle's early cinemas and theatres

By Northumberland & Newcastle Society

Date and time

Wednesday, May 21 · 7 - 9pm GMT+1

Location

Jesmond Library

Saint George's Terrace Jesmond NE2 2DL United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours

N&N member and experienced Newcastle City Guide Tony Stephenson explores Newcastle upon Tyne's cinemas and theatres in this illustrated and nostalgic talk.

The first purpose-built theatre in Newcastle dates from 1747 and the first motion pictures from 1896. This talk explores the Theatres and Cinemas in Central Newcastle. Discover where Houdini and Miss D'Jeck performed, where three bears escaped from and where the Iron Man is.

Tony is a Newcastle & Gateshead City Guide, born and brought up in Newcastle's west end, member of the N&N and runs a Scout Group in Lemington

Glass of wine and light buffet supper included in the ticket price.

Venue is Jesmond Library.

Organized by

Northumberland & Newcastle Society

Northumberland & Newcastle Society - protecting and enhancing the landscape, culture and built environment of Northumberland, Newcastle and North Tyneside for future heritage. Registered Charity number 247885.