February 2012
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Wednesday 1 February 2012
Closed
Thursday 2 February 2012
Event: Film Production Workshop
6:00 p.m.
Whether you're interested in development, locations, costume, special effects, logistics, filming or marketing there is an opportunity to get hands on experience with Itinerant Motion Picture Company this winter during the shooting of "Noctambule" a dreamlike trip in a surreal labyrinth. This open house session is for all with even a passing interest in how films are made.
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Thursday 2 February 2012
Event: New Volunteer Induction
6:00 p.m.
Come along and find out more about your favourite DIY cinema, and how to get involved. Everyone welcome!
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Thursday 2 February 2012
Film: Confessions (2010)
7:30 p.m.
The story of a teacher who gets revenge on the pupils she believes are responsible for her daughter’s death.
It received a positive response globally, with critics praising the director's style, the acting and other things.
It was the Japanese entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards.
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Friday 3 February 2012
Event: A Bit Crack - Storytelling
7:30 p.m.
Performed by storyteller Gary Cordingley.
A story about honey.
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Saturday 4 February 2012
Event: North-East Screenwriters
11:00 a.m.
Saturday 4 February 2012
Gig: Darren Hayman - S&S Benefit Gig
8:00 p.m.
Former front man of Peel top favourites Hefner, Darren Hayman has subsequently been involved with such diverse projects as The Secondary Modern, Hayman, Watkins, Trout & Lee, The French and Vostok 5.
With support from…
Our Imaginary Friends
St James Infirmary
+ DJ Pete Dale (Milky Wimpshake/Slampt)
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Sunday 5 February 2012
Event: Canny Little Library!
3:00 p.m.
The Canny Little Library stocks books, zines and pamphlets with a focus on titles with a more critical stance towards the society we live in and not available in most regular libraries/ bookshops. All titles are available to browse and borrow for free! More »
Sunday 5 February 2012
Film: Film: Young Hearts Run Free + Director's Q&A (2011)
7:30 p.m.
During 1974 violent miners' strike in a North East village a teenage artist meets gorgeous girl from London. Together they attempt to escape which causes him to betray his family, community and best friends. An uplifting and soulful mix of cool 1970s styles, romance, teenage rebellion and gritty social realism.
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Monday 6 February 2012
Meeting: General Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 7 February 2012
Event: English Language Conversation Group
4:00 p.m.
Weekly conversation session for people to practice speaking English in an informal friendly setting. Conversation Group Birthday Party!! All welcome!
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Tuesday 7 February 2012
Event: Nrg Meet - Tactics
7:30 p.m.
In bar and cinema. (This is a closed meeting for members of NRG only) More »
Wednesday 8 February 2012
Film: Film On The Bund In Israel (2011)
7:30 p.m.
On May Day 2006 I was invited to celebrate with the members of the 'Bund' in Israel, I took my video camera and thought it will be a one-time occasion but it became a five and half year political and personal journey.
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Thursday 9 February 2012
Event: Film Production Workshop
6:00 p.m.
Whether your interested in development, locations, costume, special effects, logistics, filming or marketing there is an opportunity to get hands on experience with Itinerant Motion Picture Company this winter during the shooting of "Noctambule" a dreamlike trip in a surreal labyrinth. This open house session is for all with even a passing interest in how films are made.
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Thursday 9 February 2012
Film: Memories Of Matsuko (2006)
7:30 p.m.
Tetsuya Nakashima’s entertaining and emotionally powerful “fairytale tragedy” about a bored college student who, whilst attempting to piece together the life of his estranged aunt Matsuko (who has recently died in the park), finds himself becoming more and more attached to her.
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Friday 10 February 2012
Gig: Bridget Hayden
8:00 p.m.
Using just a guitar, two pedals and a 4-track, Hayden succeeds in creating a surprisingly dense sound, yet with the softness and patience to lull one into an enchanting trance. This music could be described as "drone" or "noise". She herself has described her music as "fucked-up Blues", which makes more sense.
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Saturday 11 February 2012
Event: New Volunteer Induction
11:00 a.m.
Come along and find out more about your favourite DIY cinema, and how to get involved. Everyone welcome!
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Saturday 11 February 2012
Event: Another Bunga Bunga - Milk From A Goat
8:00 p.m.
Join the MFA’s for Another Bunga Bunga! A night of music, cocktail drinking, dancing, frolics, prizes and merriment. The night is to fundraise for the Masters of Fine Art Exhibition at Newcastle University in August.
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Sunday 12 February 2012
Event: Canny Little Library
3:00 p.m.
The Canny Little Library is the best library in the star and shadow/ city / uk for books, zines and pamphlets with a focus on titles with a more critical stance towards the society we live in and not available in most regular libraries/ bookshops. All titles are available to browse and borrow for free! Come along! More »
Sunday 12 February 2012
Film: Vampyr + Live Music From Steven Severin (1932)
6:00 p.m.
Steven Severin (Siouxsie & the Banshees, The Glove) performs a live electronic soundtrack to Carl Theodore Dreyer's black and white classic, VAMPYR.
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Monday 13 February 2012
Meeting: Programming Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 14 February 2012
Event: English Language Conversation Group
4:00 p.m.
Weekly conversation session for people to practice speaking English in an informal friendly setting. The group is informal and volunteer run. Aims to be inclusive and anti-discriminatory. Free. Travel costs can be paid for people who would otherwise not be able to come. More »
Tuesday 14 February 2012
Event: Star And Shadow Valentine's Day Love And Food
7:30 p.m.
This is a closed event for all Star and Shadow volunteers. Come and join us for food and friendly chat and share your love for Star and Shadow.
Food will be provided for small donation. Please email: rachelbollen@yahoo.co.uk with numbers any dietary or if you would like to take part in the cooking preparation!
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Wednesday 15 February 2012
Closed
Thursday 16 February 2012
Film: Love Exposure (2009)
6:00 p.m.
An innocent catholic boy becomes king of the perverts and falls for a man-hating schoolgirl who enjoys beating up men for their moronic attitudes and will probably be enraged if she finds out about his pervert status. At the same time a religious cult representative tries to ruin his life.
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Thursday 16 February 2012
Event: Film Production Workshop
6:00 p.m.
Whether you're interested in development, locations, costume, special effects, logistics, filming or marketing there is an opportunity to get hands on experience with Itinerant Motion Picture Company this winter during the shooting of "Noctambule" a dreamlike trip in a surreal labyrinth. This open house session is for all with even a passing interest in how films are made.
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Friday 17 February 2012
Event: Sentient Cities Pot Luck Meal
6:00 p.m.
Saturday 18 February 2012
Gig: Clubnight: Endless Race: Dom Thomas (Finders Keepers)
10:00 p.m.
Dom Thomas and partner in crime, Andy Votel, are best known for their endless compilations on the legendary Finders Keepers label, who specialise in trawling the world in search of lost gems. Expect the finest in Turkish Disco, Malaysian Funk, Vietnamese Boogie, and who knows what else. More »
Sunday 19 February 2012
Event: Second Hand Market + Clothes Swap!
12:00 p.m.
Make and Mend market presents: Market event with stalls offering 2nd hand clothing & home ware + BIG clothes swap. FREE entry. More info TBC contact: makeandmendmarket@gmail.com. More »
Sunday 19 February 2012
Event: Canny Little Library
3:00 p.m.
The Canny Little Library is the best library in the star and shadow/ city / uk for books, zines and pamphlets with a focus on titles with a more critical stance towards the society we live in and not available in most regular libraries/ bookshops. All titles are available to browse and borrow for free! Come down! More »
Monday 20 February 2012
Meeting: General Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 21 February 2012
Event: English Language Conversation Group
4:00 p.m.
Weekly conversation session for people to practice speaking English in an informal friendly setting. The group is informal and volunteer run. Aims to be inclusive and anti-discriminatory. Free. Travel costs can be paid for people who would otherwise not be able to come. More »
Tuesday 21 February 2012
Event: Canaries And Goldfish Exhibition
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 22 February 2012
Gig: Allo Darlin'
7:30 p.m.
Popklubb and the Star and Shadow are teaming up to present a superb night of indiepop, with headliners Allo Darlin,' playing as part of a full UK tour. Tickets available now from We Got Tickets (see link below),£7.
Allo Darlin’s self-titled indiepop debut of 2010 not onl…y courted universal critical accolades, but demonstrated why they are the band ‘most likely to,’ in terms of crossover appeal.
http://www.wegottickets.com/event/144011
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Thursday 23 February 2012
Event: Film Production Workshop
6:00 p.m.
Whether you're interested in development, locations, costume, special effects, logistics, filming or marketing there is an opportunity to get hands on experience with Itinerant Motion Picture Company this winter during the shooting of "Noctambule" a dreamlike trip in a surreal labyrinth. This open house session is for all with even a passing interest in how films are made.
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Thursday 23 February 2012
Film: Diagnosing Difference
7:30 p.m.
Diagnosing Difference features interviews with 13 diverse scholars, activists, and artists who identify on the trans spectrum (transgender, transsexual, genderqueer, and gender variant) about the impact and implications of the Gender Identity Disorder (GID) on their lives and communities.
Diagnosing Difference is purposefully personal, seeking to expand the experience of the audience, provoke thought, and create as many questions as it answers.
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Friday 24 February 2012
Closed
Saturday 25 February 2012
Event: Live. Work. Play. Build. (Networking Event)
10:30 a.m.
Saturday 25 February 2012
Gig: Another Music In A Different Kitchen
8:00 p.m.
SAS FUNDRAISER.
ANOTHER MUSIC IN A DIFFERENT KITCHEN:
A night of post punk sounds from the 1970s and 1980s, courtesy of NE1FM DJ TREVOR JOHNSON.
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Sunday 26 February 2012
Event: Canny Little Library
1:00 p.m.
The Canny Cafe afternoon! with delicious cakes and snacks, and the bar will be open for hot and hold drinks. More »
Sunday 26 February 2012
Gig: Louis Barabbas & The Bedlam Six (Feat. Bridie Jackson) + Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra + Short Films
7:30 p.m.
Twisted dirt swing filled with lust and loathing is served up on an exuberant gobbet of malicious delight – Louis Barabbas & The Bedlam Six are back! Last time their infamous live show filled the dance floor, appraised even by the Hells Angels! Support from Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra.
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Monday 27 February 2012
Meeting: Programming Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 28 February 2012
Event: English Language Conversation Group
4:00 p.m.
Weekly conversation session for people to practice speaking English in an informal friendly setting. The group is informal and volunteer run. Aims to be inclusive and anti-discriminatory. Free. Travel costs can be paid for people who would otherwise not be able to come. More »
Wednesday 29 February 2012
Film: Louder Now! Launch Event - Summer School (2010)
7:00 p.m.
A night to launch LOUDER NOW! a series of films and discussions presented by The Gender Research Group at Newcastle University.
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