Author: Caleb Everett
Up close and personal with a Manchester icon: Afflecks
Afflecks (or Affleck’s Palace as was) is a Manchester institution. With a history going back to the 1860s, the modern day indie emporium dates to 1982. Northern Soul’s Caleb Everett joins a new tour exploring its secrets.
Read the full story..Review: The Tiger Lillies, HOME, Manchester
The lights dim against the Mexican-themed backdrop on the stage. The accordion is briefly tinkled with and I see the eyes of many dart about like ships lost at sea.
Read the full story..A tribute to Peter Wyngarde
Frills, coiffures and moustaches were at half-mast following the announcement that Peter Wyngarde, or Petunia Winegum as he was known in his queer circles, had passed away.
Read the full story..Getting away with it: Northern Soul takes a trip to Yorkshire Sculpture Park
I’m of the opinion that, on admission, art gallery attendants should inconspicuously hand over matchbox-sized flyers which say ‘don’t worry if you don’t like all (or indeed any) of it’.
Read the full story..Review: The Family Way, Bolton Octagon
In Northern England most of life passes in unspoken eloquence.
Read the full story..A Room with a Stew: Stewart Lee at The Lowry
Racing backwards through life I can pepper any experience with anxiety. It’s a perpetually irritating talent that never fails to amuse.
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