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THE EXCHANGE 1856

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Upcoming events...

  • Hector Gannet
    Hector Gannet
    Fri, Jan 31
    Jan 31, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Jan 31, 2025, 7:00 PM
    To celebrate the launch of North Shields 800, Hector Gannet present a free gig.
  • Carabao Cup Semi-final | Newcastle v Arsenal
    Carabao Cup Semi-final | Newcastle v Arsenal
    Wed, Feb 05
    Feb 05, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Feb 05, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Join us to watch the Carabao Cup Semi-Final Newcastle v Arsenal. Our impressive 15 square metre 4k screen is the next best experience to being at the game! Once the reserved tables have gone there will still be standing available.
  • Lindisfarne
    Lindisfarne
    Sat, Feb 08
    Feb 08, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Feb 08, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Legendary 70’s Tyneside folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne present a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.
  • Lindisfarne
    Lindisfarne
    Sun, Feb 09
    Feb 09, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Feb 09, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Legendary 70’s Tyneside folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne present a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.
  • Killingworth Community Choir 10th Anniversary Concert
    Killingworth Community Choir 10th Anniversary Concert
    Feb 16, 2025, 2:30 PM
    The Killingworth Community Choir is thrilled to celebrate a milestone - their 10th Anniversary! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with music, joy, and community spirit as the choir takes you on a journey through a decade of harmony.
  • Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours with the Transatlantic Ensemble
    Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours with the Transatlantic Ensemble
    Feb 21, 2025, 8:15 PM
    Performing Fleetwood Mac's iconic 'Rumours' album in its entirety, plus loads of other well-known Fleetwood Mac classics, experience one of the greatest albums of all time, lovingly & accurately recreated live, by this stunning ensemble of gifted young musicians.
  • Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours with the Transatlantic Ensemble
    Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours with the Transatlantic Ensemble
    Feb 22, 2025, 8:15 PM
    Extra date added by popular demand! Performing Fleetwood Mac's iconic 'Rumours' album in its entirety, plus loads of other well-known Fleetwood Mac classics, experience one of the greatest albums of all time, lovingly & accurately recreated live, by this stunning ensemble of gifted young musicians.
  • Wedding Showcase
    Wedding Showcase
    Sun, Feb 23
    Feb 23, 2025, 10:00 AM
    Feb 23, 2025, 10:00 AM
    Your day. Your way. Say 'I Do' to Your Dream Wedding at The Exchange 1856. Join us for our first wedding showcase of 2025!
  • Magic Queen
    Magic Queen
    Fri, Feb 28
    Feb 28, 2025, 7:30 PM
    Feb 28, 2025, 7:30 PM
    Magic Queen re-enacts the glorious days of legendary rock band Queen, including the glam of the '70s and the magic of the '80s, proving themselves to be one of the most dynamic and exciting Queen Tribute Bands in Europe. This show was rearranged from a previous date.
  • SHE The Show
    SHE The Show
    Sat, Mar 08
    Mar 08, 2025, 8:15 PM
    Mar 08, 2025, 8:15 PM
    Get ready to embark on a journey through the golden era of pop rock with SHE, an electrifying music show that celebrates the iconic female singers who blazed a trail through the 70s and 80s.
  • Phil Caffrey Album Launch
    Phil Caffrey Album Launch
    Fri, Mar 14
    Mar 14, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Mar 14, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Phil Caffrey has been creating music since 1960s but this year is going to be extra special. After performing with his brothers for several decades, Phil is releasing his debut album ‘Chasing the Rainbow’.
  • Martin Kemp’s Ultimate 80’s DJ Show
    Martin Kemp’s Ultimate 80’s DJ Show
    Sat, Mar 15
    Mar 15, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Mar 15, 2025, 7:00 PM
    80's icon and national treasure, Martin Kemp, visits North Shields for the first time, to spin all his favourite 80s hits, live and up close.
  •  The Wild Murphys
     The Wild Murphys
    Thu, Mar 20
    Mar 20, 2025, 7:45 PM
    Mar 20, 2025, 7:45 PM
    Join us for an unforgettable night of hand-clapping, toe-tapping music with The Wild Murphys, an award-winning tribute group renowned for their lively covers of Irish songs since 2005.
  • Martin Kemp’s Ultimate 80’s DJ Show
    Martin Kemp’s Ultimate 80’s DJ Show
    Fri, Mar 21
    Mar 21, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Mar 21, 2025, 7:00 PM
    ADDITIONAL DATE ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND 80's icon and national treasure, Martin Kemp, visits North Shields to spin all his favourite 80s hits, live and up close.
  • The Saturday Comedy Show - With Jen Brister
    The Saturday Comedy Show - With Jen Brister
    Sat, Mar 29
    Mar 29, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Mar 29, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Little Wander and Paul Weedon Productions present a brand new comedy night featuring the best in stand-up. Heading the show is Jen Brister (Live At The Apollo) and she’ll be joined by two times Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Chris Cantrill, Seeta Wrightson and local legend Lee Kyle (MC).
  • Destination Elton: The hits of Elton John
    Destination Elton: The hits of Elton John
    Fri, Apr 04
    Apr 04, 2025, 8:15 PM
    Apr 04, 2025, 8:15 PM
    After stunning, sell-out debut show, this 11 piece crew of the finest session musicians and vocalists bring this amazing production to North Shields for the first time!
  • Now That's What I Call the 80's!
    Now That's What I Call the 80's!
    Sat, Apr 05
    Apr 05, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Apr 05, 2025, 8:00 PM
    THATS WHAT I CALL THE 80’s live performance is full of the greatest hits from the 80's. This is an era known for its wild style, catchy tunes, and iconic pop culture moments, and we're going to capture it all. Be ready to step into a time machine and experience the ultimate 80's party!
  • Sleeping Beauty
    Sleeping Beauty
    Wed, Apr 23
    Apr 23, 2025, 2:00 PM
    Apr 23, 2025, 2:00 PM
    Follow the tale of Princess Beauty, a kind-hearted royal destined for greatness in this wonderful performance of Sleeping Beauty, from Tom Rolfe Productions!

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