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The Late Shows

A night of crafting and creativity led by Gateshead based makers, creators and organisations.

Historic Event

This is a historic event or exhibition. It is no longer available to visit and this page is only retained as a record of its details.

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A photograph of a mum and child crafting.

Dates

9 May 2026 (historic event)

About

Enjoy a night of crafting and creativity led by Gateshead based makerscreators and organisations.

The evening will be a showcase of activities that take place both within the gallery and beyond, including local creatives, groups and live music.

Highlights include:

  • North East Modern Quilters will be back presenting their colourful quilts and running demonstrations
  • Equal Arts will be showing some of the work they do at the Shipley and beyond working with older people in Gateshead
  • The Painting and Drawing group will be demonstrating different painting techniques and you can have your portrait drawn by a member
  • The National Trust will be running a creative activity inspired by their blossom programme.
  • There will also be live music from Side by Side Arts choir between 7-8pm 
  • Urban Bakery will be selling baked goods and a paid bar.