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Can poetry save theatres? Henry Normal writes for Northern Soul
When a theatre shuts its doors, it’s called ‘going dark’.
Read the full story..Poetry Review: a girl in a blue dress by Rachel Burns
In a girl in a blue dress, Rachel Burns charts the struggles, traumas and adventures of her girlhood and motherhood.
Read the full story..Lockdown Poetry: Julie Hesmondhalgh reads Two Metres Apart by Jo Dearden
Lancashire actress (and Northern Soul favourite) Julie Hesmondhalgh has recorded a poem in a bid to raise awareness and funds for Accrington-based charity, Maundy Relief.
Read the full story..From shy teacher to international battle rapper, 63-year-old Joy France talks to Northern Soul
What would happen if you were a teacher and went rogue?
Read the full story..Poetry: WHY I’M AGAINST CHRISTMAS, NEW YEAR, BIRTHDAYS AND WEEKENDS
Henry Normal, co-writer of award-winning TV and film shows such as The Royle Family, The Mrs Merton Show, The Parole Officer, Coogan’s Run, Paul Calf, and producer of Gavin and Stacey, Moone Boy, Uncle and Alan Partridge, among many others, has written a festive(ish) poem exclusively for Northern Soul.
Read the full story..Photo Gallery & Poetry: Mancunian poet Mike Garry’s tribute to the Arndale on its 40th anniversary
Can you believe it’s been 40 years since Manchester Arndale officially opened its doors?
Read the full story..The Northern Soul Poem: What I Mean When I Say I’m a Northerner
Northernness isn’t easy to define. It’s intrinsic, bone-deep.
Read the full story..The Weight of Snow
I am the North in Northern Soul
This weekend marked Northern Soul‘s second birthday. To commemorate the occasion, Northern Soul‘s Poetry Correspondent Wendy Pratt has written this poem.
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