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Young pianist takes Lang stride towards fame

Local 10-year old wins competition to perform with Chinese star in London this Sunday

Live band provides backing for local singers in karaoke night twist, report David Reed and Jack Bond

RGS kicks off week-long drama festival – 11 plays in four days – at its Jesmond Performing Arts Centre, reports Dan Robinson

Sous chef takes over next month when Pierre Rigothier leaves for Michelin-starred restaurant in Paris

Festival-goers treated to medley of music, dance and performance, reports Dan Howarth

Lord Mayor, town crier and a very tall man declare this year’s event… open, reports Harriet Webb

Jesmond the venue for tap-dancing boot camp in run up to 42nd Street at the Theatre Royal

Circus, dance and music all part of Newcastle Uni’s first, official contribution to Jesmond Community Festival, reports Dan Robinson

The Newcastle Jewish Players’ are set to perform Alan Bennett’s “The Lady in the Van” on 16, 17 & 19 February at the RGS, reports Amy Gilfellon.

Entrepreneur comes up with idea for online health service in his Otterburn Terrace kitchen