For me, this has to be one of the most underrated debut albums of the year so far. It's one thing to do what everyone else is doing. It's another thing to do something a little different. However, it takes things to a completely different level when you're able to produce a sound that's hard to even describe with words

Reading or writing about murder? Ellen Orange visited the perfect festival for budding literary detectives.

A perfectly crafted and emotionally charged show about one man's experience of homophobia that presents a profound reflection on the development of our society's attitudes towards gay people.

My review on the new Alice in Wonderland film. This review contains spoilers!

Craig David, headlining last weekend at Southampton's Common People, was excellent. Seriously, he shut the whole place down.

This weekend, Secret Opera presented a devised adaptation of the popular opera Carmen by Georges Bizet (1838 – 75). Directed by Robin Pieta, a well-established opera singer, who also took on the role of Jose, the sexually confused protagonist of the play.

Common People. Where do I start? This was my very first festival, and it was most certainly an experience that I'll never forget. Here are the highlights.

A hilarious comedy play that took on the ridiculousness of pop culture and modern life.

The Ethereal plane collides with reality in this suspenseful, church-set show.

One phenomenal actor, one stunning live musician and one elegant piece of verse topped off with some top notch direction, this play ticks all the boxes for a tip top night at the theatre. A must see.

The Late Shows are Newcastle's answer to Museums at Night, offering completely free events, aimed at both families and adults, in museums, galleries and art spaces across the city for two nights only in May.

A mother and a son deal with all of the above, in a play which didn't quite hit the right notes.