Cathedral of Comedy
On Saturday 24 September, we’ll be joined by one of the UK’s most exciting stand-up comedians, Phil Wang. Visit Skiddle for more upcoming ‘Cathedral of Comedy’ events.
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Concerts and Special Events
Newcastle Cathedral regularly hosts events featuring talented guest performers. These special events make dynamic use of the refurbished nave and encourage visitors and members of the community to engage with this special building for the first time.
If you have any questions, please contact the organiser, whose contact details should be available via the individual event page.
Please note that booking fees often apply for these externally organised events.
Coldstream Guards Platinum Jubilee Concert
Wednesday 28 September, 7pm
A fantastic evening of music with the Band of the Coldstream Guards (plus supporting acts) in celebration of Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee. All proceeds of ticket sales and donations go towards ABF The Soldier’s Charity and St John Ambulance.
Orchestra North East
Saturday 29 October, 7pm
Bradley Creswick, one of the most respected and well-loved professional violinists will return play Beethoven’s Violin Concerto at Newcastle Cathedral. The full programme will be conducted by Thomas Blunt.
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas
Friday 9 December, 7:30pm
The stunning musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi’s timeless classic The Four Seasons, in a hugely appealing programme to lift your festive spirits!
Viennese Christmas Spectacular
Friday 30 December, 7:30pm
Tchaikovsky’s elegant Nutcracker Suite leads on from Brahms’ serious Hungarian Dance No.5, before Strauss II introduces us to the boundless exuberance of the Polish March in his Trisch-Trasch Polka.
From Pub to Pulpit
You’re invited to sing along and celebrate the 150th birthday of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams in this rousing, inclusive concert on Saturday 1 October.
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Meatloaf by Candlelight
Saturday 3 September, Wednesday 19 October and Thursday 20 October, 7:30pm
Join us for an incredible night of Meat Loaf Anthems, performed by candlelight. Featuring a live cast of West End singers including stars of the West End production of ‘Bat Out of Hell’, accompanied by an incredible live rock band, experience the ultimate tribute to Meat Loaf.
Queen by Candlelight
Wednesday 21 September and Thursday 22 September, 7:30pm
Following a run of sell-out shows across the UK in 2021 and 2022, join Tightrope Productions for an incredible night of Queen anthems. Featuring a live cast of West End singers, accompanied by an incredible live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before.
George Michael By Candlelight
Friday 21 October and Saturday 22 October, 7.30pm
We ‘Knew You Were Waiting’ for this night of George Michael hits, performed by Rory Phelan, returning to the UK from his tour of the USA. Rory and his backing singers will take you to the ‘Edge of Heaven’ in this incredible sing-along show, guaranteed to have you dancing!
The Music Of James Bond By Candlelight
Thursday 3 November, 7:30pm
Guaranteed to leave you on an ‘All Time High’, this concert will feature some of the most iconic songs of all time including ‘Goldeneye’, ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ and ‘Skyfall’. Experience the music of James Bond as you have never heard it before.
Christmas by Candlelight
Tuesday 27 December, 7:30pm
An incredible West End Cast and live band perform classic Christmas hits as you have never heard them before! ‘It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas’, so join these talented performers for a magical evening of best-loved festive hits performed live by candlelight.
Bublé Christmas by Candlelight
Thursday 29 December, 7:30pm
Bublé Christmas by Candlelight comes to Newcastle Cathedral. Featuring a live Big Band and the UK’s number one Michael Bublé tribute act, join us for an unforgettable evening of Christmas hits made famous by the one and only Michael Bublé!