November 2013
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Event: A Bit Crack - Storytelling
1 Nov 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Tales of the Forgotten North
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Event: Slabs Of The Tabernacle
2 Nov 2013, 10 p.m.
Slabs of the Tabernacle & Signalspresent Chicago DJ/ProducerTraxx, aka Melvin Oliphant. Melvinis an astounding artist who whenDJing defi es all conventional logicby bringing together the rawestof jack tracks with the avantgarde.Glasgow’s Mark Maxwellaka Mother will once again becommanding the cinema room.
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Event: Canny Little Library
3 Nov 2013, 3 p.m.
Books and magazines, free to browse and borrow. Come and discover the amazing collection! Stock focusses on more political, radical, thought-provoking, action-inspiring and critical titles than other libraries! Categories include; books for children and young people, health and relationships, information for action, global struggles, feminism, queer, history, anarchism, politics and more!http://cannylittlelibrary.tumblr.com
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Film: The Enigma Of Kaspar Hauser
3 Nov 2013, 6:30 p.m.
A compassionate, traumatic masterpiece, every frame amazing. Few films could live up to such a billing – this surpasses it:
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Meeting: General Meeting
4 Nov 2013, 6 p.m.
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Event: Conversation Group
5 Nov 2013, 4 p.m.
Informal weekly English language conversation practice to meet people and learn language skills. Open to people with any or no level of experience. The group aims to be inclusive and anti-discriminatory. New volunteers and members very welcome!
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Film: Marat Sade
6 Nov 2013, 6:30 p.m.
The Persecution and Assassination of Jean-Paul Marat as Performed by the Inmates of an Asylum.A bloody and unrelenting depiction of class struggle and human suffering which asks whether true revolution comes from changing society or changing oneself.
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Film: Josie Long: 2 Films + Q&A: Let’S Go Swimming + Romance & Adventure + Josie Long In Person!
7 Nov 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Special night with 2 short comedy films written by Josie Long and directed by Douglas King + Josie Long in person for a Q&A! Josie Long is one of the best comedians in the UK, she's had some incredible shows at our venue, and we're really excited to show these films and to have her in our venue again!
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Film: Josie Long: 2 Films + Q&A: Let’S Go Swimming + Romance & Adventure + Josie Long In Person!
8 Nov 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Special night with 2 short comedy films written by Josie Long and directed by Douglas King + Josie Long in person for a Q&A! Josie Long is one of the best comedians in the UK, she's had some incredible shows at our venue, and we're really excited to show these films and to have her in our venue again!
09
Event: Unearthing Forgotten Horrors
9 Nov 2013, 4 p.m.
Bringing together rare film screenings of key works from the golden age of UK horror, with an exclusive line up of musicians/bands influenced by them, Unearthing Forgotten Horrors is a celebration of horror in music and film.
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Event: Canny Little Library
10 Nov 2013, 3 p.m.
Plus at 4pm - Frack Free Tyne & Wear meeting.Books and magazines, free to browse and borrow. Come and discover the amazing collection! Stock focusses on more political, radical, thought-provoking, action-inspiring and critical titles than other libraries! Categories include; books for children and young people, health and relationships, information for action, global struggles, feminism, queer, history, anarchism, politics and more!http://cannylittlelibrary.tumblr.com
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Film: Cultures Of Resistance
10 Nov 2013, 7 p.m.
A stunning trio of short films by Director Iara Lee highlighting indigenous cultures facing oppression. With Q&A and opportunity to discuss how to support indigenous communities.
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Meeting: Programming Meeting
11 Nov 2013, 6 p.m.
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Event: Conversation Group
12 Nov 2013, 4 p.m.
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.
13
Film: Films Of Rei Hayama And Makino Takashi
13 Nov 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Two experimental filmmakers from Japan pay us a visit to share their work
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Film: Detour (1945)
14 Nov 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Piano-player Al hitch-hikes from NY to LA in search of his girlfriend Sue, only to be detoured by fate along the way. A tale of double manslaughter, extortion, mistaken identity and the uncontrollability of one's destiny…
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Gig: Pauline Murray (Invisible Girls/Storm) & Band + Transfigure + Rachel Lancaster
15 Nov 2013, 8 p.m.
A solo Pauline Murray will be debuting new songs acoustic then joined on stage by her backing band to perform a selection of Invisible Girls/Storm favourites.
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Event: Workshop: Campaigning For The Right To Remain
16 Nov 2013, 10 a.m.
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Gig: Gnaw Festival
16 Nov 2013, 8 p.m.
GNAW fest 3 featuring some ofthe loudest and most interestingbands in Newcastle including:stoner groovsters Druganaut;improvised noise rockers Waheela;the punishingly loud Tide of Iron;the mighty Knuckle Dragger; andLondon based avant doomstersPalehorse.
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Event: Canny Little Library
17 Nov 2013, 3 p.m.
Books and magazines, free to browse and borrow. Come and discover the amazing collection or find out about groups and campaigns in Newcastle! Stock focusses on more political, radical, thought-provoking, action-inspiring and critical titles than other libraries! Categories include; books for children and young people, health and relationships, information for action, global struggles, feminism, queer, history, anarchism, politics and more!http://cannylittlelibrary.tumblr.com
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Film: Du Rififi Chez Les Hommes
17 Nov 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Opening our season of French Film Noir. Rififi is a true classic lauded by critics and directors alike and credited as archetypal of the 'heist gone wrong' movie. Mixing the pace and economy of great American Noirs with European framing and choreography of action. A truly seminal crime film.
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Meeting: General Meeting
18 Nov 2013, 6 p.m.
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Event: Conversation Group
19 Nov 2013, 4 p.m.
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.
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Event: Artists Talk - Life Of A Craphead
19 Nov 2013, 6 p.m.
Welcome talk by Canadian artist Duo 'Life Of A crap head' who are beginning a residency with Wunderbar this month.
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Event: Occasion
20 Nov 2013, 6 p.m.
Occasion is a series of art and music events aimed at celebrating the diverse talents of young people, from contemporary art exhibitions and auctions to DJ sets, poetry, theatrics and film. Aided by The Alumni Association of Newcastle University, Occasion is a new and progressive project that will bring together Newcastle’s finest young minds.
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No Events Scheduled
21 Nov 2013
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Event: Comedy Pick & Mix
22 Nov 2013, 8 p.m.
Eclectic comedy from half a dozen or more up and coming local comedians on every subject under the sun. Tickets £3 for Star and Shadow members, £1 extra to join if you haven't already.
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Event: Vintage Art And Craft Fair
23 Nov 2013, 11 a.m.
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Gig: Euros Childs + Laura J Martin + Zahnpasta Brothers & The Wellgreen
23 Nov 2013, 8 p.m.
Euros Childs is a solo artist hailing from Pembrokeshire, Wales. He has released 8 solo albums to date, the latest of which is Situation Comedy (released in October) He also fronted the band Gorky's Zygotic Mynci from 1991 until their demise in 2004
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Event: Canny Little Library+ Wor Diary Launch!
24 Nov 2013, 3 p.m.
Books and magazines, free to browse and borrow. Come and discover the amazing collection or find out about campaign groups and events in Newcastle!Stock focusses on more political, radical, thought-provoking, action-inspiring and critical titles than other libraries! Categories include; books for children and young people, health and relationships, information for action, global struggles, feminism, queer, history, anarchism, politics and more!http://cannylittlelibrary.tumblr.com
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Film: Quai Des Orfevres
24 Nov 2013, 7:30 p.m.
A traditional procedural noir provides our first example of the work of Clouzot a director already emerging as a leader in the genre. A classic tale of jealousy and murder set in the Paris underworld and shot through with his characteristic understanding of the dark side of human nature.
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Meeting: Programming Meeting
25 Nov 2013, 6 p.m.
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Event: Conversation Group
26 Nov 2013, 4 p.m.
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.
27
Gig: Ian Mcnabb - Event Postponed
27 Nov 2013, 8 p.m.
THIS EVENT IS POSTPONED UNTIL 15 MARCH - Pindrop Events & Minus Me present a solo acoustic show by Ian McNabb (The Voice and Guitar of The Icicle Works). His first gig in Newcastle for over 2 years! With great support from Peter Greenwood & Band + Thomas McConnell.
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Film: The Bad Samaritan Must Die! (2013)
28 Nov 2013, 7 p.m.
Set against the backdrop of an alternative reality UK writhing in its death throes, this independently produced British feature film sees our sadistic gimp suited anti-hero The Bad Samaritan face his greatest threat yet: a victim who fights back.
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Gig: Vic Godard & Subway Sect + Opium Kitchen + Pellethead + Djs
29 Nov 2013, 8 p.m.
Following last year's storming performance at the Star and Shadow Cinema with guest band The Sexual Objects, Vic returns to the Star and Shadow a year to the day for a 'Subway Sect Special' with his original band back in tow featuring the classic 'Northern Soul' line-up of Vic Godard, Kevin Younger, Mark Braby, Paul Cook (ex Sex Pistols) and Paul Myers (of the original Sect).
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Event: Poke
30 Nov 2013, 10 p.m.
Gay indie disco With Pride long behind us and the dark nights drawing in, Newcastle's finest gay indie disco throws open its doors for the last time this year to help you shake off those wearisome Winter blues. Expect indie, hip-hop, electro, punk, leftfield pop and a healthy dose of 90s dance. Obviously.