Articles relating to: Covid-19
Film Review: Malcolm and Marie
In a time where filmmaking seems impossible, director Sam Levinson can’t resist the urge to keep us entertained.
Read the full story..“People are a lot more aware of local businesses.” The founders of Roastea talk to Northern Soul
At Northern Soul, we continue to commit to sharing good news stories about businesses, people and communities coming together in the North of England and showing us the best of humanity during the COVID-19 crisis. We’ve heard so many examples of Northerners showing great kindness and compassion and we think that these stories deserve to be shared far and wide.
Read the full story..“It’s given us the time to sit down and realise where we want to go with our music.” The Orielles chat to Northern Soul
In March 2020, The Orielles were in New York.
Read the full story..How are independent theatres navigating the coronavirus crisis?
While the restrictions surrounding COVID-19 have been essential, the impact on society has, nonetheless, been seismic.
Read the full story..The Gayby Has Landed: A very COVID-19 winter
I’ve always tried to air on the chipper side of doom when it comes to getting through coronavirus times.
Read the full story..“We’re a resource for the whole of the North of England.” Kenn Taylor, Lead Cultural Producer North at The British Library North
The British Library is one of London’s most recognisable landmarks.
Read the full story..The Gayby Has Landed: Parenting during COVID-19
There was a time when my biggest anxiety about having a child was that their rainbow origins would make them prime fodder for bullies.
Read the full story..(Online) Theatre Review: Duckie, HOME, Manchester
These are difficult times. Rehearsals are problematic with social distancing and theatres are largely making it up as they go along.
Read the full story..How are you spending Christmas 2020? We ask the Northern Soul team what they’re up to
The past 12 months have been a lot to process – and the world is looking at a very different festive period in 2020. As we head into the season of goodwill, we asked the brilliant Northern Soul team how they will be spending Christmas during a global pandemic.
Read the full story..Review: Grayson Perry’s Art Club, Manchester Art Gallery
It was the swings swaddled in clingfilm-like tied-back curtains that got me.
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