Monthly Archives: October 2014
All the Fun of the Fair (and Tripey Ross)
Pigs sporting colourful neckerchiefs raced out of numbered stalls to reach a prize – an Oreo cookie. The crowd cheered for their favourites. Afterwards we were offered coupons for free bacon at a local supermarket chain. I declined.
Read the full story..Review: Johnny Marr at Manchester Apollo
The Smiths formed in 1982. I was six, and only started listening to them in 1992 when my mate Liam did me a mix tape. Blew. My. Mind.
Read the full story..Brutalism, Bus Fares and The Box
Think of the camera’s shutter as a scalpel. See the photograph as a slice through time.
Read the full story..You Say Potato – the story of a Northern start-up
I moved to Manchester for a boy, and to set up You Say Potato.
Read the full story..Review: Afternoon Tea with Margaret Drabble at The Midland
If you’ve read Northern Soul‘s interview with Margaret Drabble, you’ll know how much we admire this literary legend. Earlier this month, we were in the audience as she spoke about her latest novel at the Midland Hotel as part of the Manchester Literature Festival.
Read the full story..Competition: Free tickets to Harrogate’s Home Show
WIN FREE TICKETS TO THE NORTHERN HOMEBUILDING & RENOVATING AND HOME IMPROVEMENT SHOW
Read the full story..Simon Webb, head of BBC Philharmonic, talks to Northern Soul
As I wait in reception for the general manager of BBC Philharmonic, I notice a large crowd of people being body-scanned by security.
Read the full story..Review: Henry IV Parts I & II by the RSC
It’s the early 15th century and King Henry IV is King of England. His son, Prince Harry (Hal) is bothered by his lot and their strained relationship forms one part of the story.
Read the full story..Win Free Tickets To The Whisky Sessions, Manchester’s Newest Festival
WIN FREE TICKETS TO THE WHISKY SESSIONS
Read the full story..Review: Afternoon Tea with Olivia Laing
One of the many things we forget as adults is how truly wonderful it is to have a good story read out loud.
Read the full story..Editor's Picks
- Writing a novel in 2021? Tips and guidance from a successful 2020 debut author
- Book Review: Lairies by Steve Hollyman
- “We’re a resource for the whole of the North of England.” Kenn Taylor, Lead Cultural Producer North at The British Library North
- Review: Grayson Perry’s Art Club, Manchester Art Gallery
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