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.
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.
Brutalism, Bus Fares and The Box
Think of the camera’s shutter as a scalpel. See the photograph as a slice through time.
You Say Potato – the story of a Northern start-up
I moved to Manchester for a boy, and to set up You Say Potato.
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.
Competition: Free tickets to Harrogate’s Home Show
WIN FREE TICKETS TO THE NORTHERN HOMEBUILDING & RENOVATING AND HOME IMPROVEMENT SHOW
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.
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.
Win Free Tickets To The Whisky Sessions, Manchester’s Newest Festival
WIN FREE TICKETS TO THE WHISKY SESSIONS
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.
Freerange Comedy Festival at Brewery Arts Centre Kendal
Comedy fans who can’t make Harry and Meghan’s big day at Windsor Castle can experience a ‘Royal Wedding’ with a difference in Kendal this May at Freerange Comedy Festival, hosted by Brewery Arts Centre.
The Northern Soul Poll
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