February 2012
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Wednesday 1 February 2012
Closed
Thursday 2 February 2012
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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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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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
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
North-East Screenwriters
11:00 a.m.
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
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 »
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
General Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 7 February 2012
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. Conversation Group Birthday Party!! All welcome! More »
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 On The Bund In Israel (2011)
7:30 p.m.
Dear comrades and friends,
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.
Unlike my previous films ('Matzpen' and 'Madrid before Hanita', about the volunteers to the International Brigades in Spain), my requests for financial support from funding bodies and broadcasters were rejected.
Despite this, I knew I had to continue filming, researching and editing. Finally, today, through the support of some friends, modest financial support from Yiddish and research institutes and many loans I succeeded in completing the film.
I'm happy to say that the last survivors of the 'Bund' like it very much and I'm very proud of it. Attached is a link to the opening of the film:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvmcRKvyrWk
Eran Torbiner
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Thursday 9 February 2012
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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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. More »
Saturday 11 February 2012
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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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
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 »
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
Programming Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 14 February 2012
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 »
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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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.
More »
Friday 17 February 2012
Sentient Cities Pot Luck Meal
7:30 p.m.
Saturday 18 February 2012
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
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
General Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 21 February 2012
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 »
Canaries And Goldfish Exhibition
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 22 February 2012
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
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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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. More »
Friday 24 February 2012
Closed
Saturday 25 February 2012
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
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 »
Gig: Louis Barabbas & The Bedlam Six + Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra + Music Videos
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
Programming Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 28 February 2012
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
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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