Star And Shadow Events 2012-07-02 to 2012-07-08

The Economics Of Happiness + Q&A With Robin Stott Of Medact

"The Economics of Happiness takes hold of the baton dropped by former Vice-President Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth and runs it all the way to the finish."

King Lear + Discussion

"Tone and text are interwoven with an artist's eye and a poet's ear….a strong contender for the greatest adaptation of Shakespeare's greatest play" -- Film4

Film: The Fearless Freaks - The Flaming Lips (2005) + The Futureheads (Short Live Set)

A celebration of Oklahoma alt-rock band The Flaming Lips. 'The Fearless Freaks' tracks Wayne Coyne and co. from psychedelic punk roots to internationally renowned band. Followed by live music from a band inspired by The Flaming Lips - THE FUTUREHEADS

English Language Conversation Group

Weekly conversation session for people to practice speaking English in an informal friendly setting. The group is informal and volunteer run. Aims to be inclusive and anti-discriminatory. Free. Travel costs can be paid for people who would otherwise not be able to come.

NRG Meet

In bar and cinema. (This is a closed meeting for members of Newcastle Roller Girls only)

NEW VOLUNTEER INDUCTION

Come along and find out more about your favourite DIY cinema, and how to get involved. Everyone welcome!

A Bit Crack

Seven Words

Michael Kerins making a cult of himself!

The word wizard from Glasgow tells 'tall' or fantastic stories blending folktales and contemporary life…

Comedy Pick & Mix

Eclectic comedy from half a dozen or more up and coming local comedians on every subject under the sun.

Natural Selection (club night)

A club night so bring your dancing shoes!

Canny Little Library

The Canny Little Library stocks books, zines and pamphlets with a focus on titles with a more critical stance towards the society we live in and not available in most regular libraries/ bookshops. All titles are available to browse and borrow for free. The Star and Shadow also houses a large collection of film, photography and theatre books available for browsing and reference. The library can be contacted at cannylittlelibrary@gmail.com