Radio Teesdale - Listen Again

Alex Ratcliffe talks about the Fitzrovia Radio Hour

radioteesdale — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:35:00 +0000

The Fitzrovia Radio Hour is set in a 1940s radio studio. It’s a compilation of stories immersed in a radio show format. There is the radio plays, evoking a dinner-jacketed age of casual imperialism and stiff upper lips, the relationships between the radio presenters themselves, a play on words where their meaning has changed over time, sound effect, and plenty of laughs.

The Fitzrovia Radio Hour is a Seabright Productions and is at the Theatre by the Lake in Keswick on Monday 13 February, 7.30pm.

Peter Dixon spoke to Alex Ratcliffe (Ratty) about the company and the show.

Fitzrovia Radio ::

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Business Programme 2/2/12 - Special guest James Ramsbotham, CEO NECC.

radioteesdale — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:27:00 +0000

John Atkinson & Joss Harwood were joined by special guest James Ramsbotham, the CEO of the North East Chamber of Commerce.

NECC ::

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Shylock - Guy Masterson at Richmond Georgian Theatre

radioteesdale — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:03:00 +0000

The Richmond Georgian Theatre open their Spring season on Saturday 4th Febuary with Guy Masterson’s critically acclaimed portrayal of Shylock. One of only two Jewish men in the whole of Shakespeare, throughout history, Shylock has been portrayed in ways which reflected the popular view of Jews: comic villain in Shakespeare’s day; to a victim of racial discrimination nowadays. His has always been a controversial character, but to understand him, one needs to place him in the context of his situation.

Gareth Armstrong’s Shylock honours one of Shakespeare’s finest creations in a performance that celebrates the beauty of language, the power of history and the magic of theatre!

Peter Dixon talks to Guy Masterson about his career and this play.

Richmond Georgian Theatre ::

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Adam & Eve - Rebecca Vaughan and Elton Townend Jones.

radioteesdale — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:24:00 +0000

The Diaries of Adam and Eve at the Darlington Arts Centre 2/2/12.

Relationships: whose idea was that?
One of you wants to get things done, the other wants to chill out in the garden. One of you wants a minute’s peace, the other wants to talk (and talk and talk).
One of you knows that eating that apple is the wrong thing to do, but the other is going to eat it anyway.
Relationships shouldn’t work, but somehow they do. In this witty and modern adaptation of Mark Twain’s affectionate satire, the world’s first couple confront their many differences to find successful ways of living and loving together.
Tempted?

Performed by Rebecca Vaughan (returning following the success of I, Elizabeth and Austen’s Women) and Elton Townend Jones. Directed by Guy Masterson.

Peter Dixon spoke to Rebecca Vaughan and Elton Townend Jones.

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Chip Hawkes

radioteesdale — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:32:00 +0000

Interview with the legendary CHIP HAWKES, coming to Darlington with his Supergroup on Sat 4th Feb at Darlington Arts Centre. Chip chatted about Chesney and his exit from Dancing On Ice, what he gets up to on tour and his Superband!

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Danny Hunt Star of BBC The Magicians

radioteesdale — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:05:00 +0000

Local lad Danny Hunt has gone from strength from strength in the world of magic. As well as touring with Ken Dodd with his show Amerthyst he is now one of the magic consultants on the BBC 1 show THE MAGICIANS. Saturday 6.35pm. We caught up with Danny just after a rehearsal before saturdays live show and asked him all about his adventure and also working the programme Sherlock.

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Mitchelin Star Chef Michael Roux

radioteesdale — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:45:00 +0000

Katey chatted to Mitchellin star chef Michael Roux Jr about his brand new show with his family The Roux Legacy, who he tests his creates on and whether his daughter, even though he’s a world famous chef, listens to him!

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Pip Utton is Charles Dickens

Peter Dixon — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:38:00 +0000

Writer and Actor Pip Utton talks to Peter Dixon about his one man show featuring the work and life of Charles Dickens. The show will be performed at a number of venues as part of the Highlights Rural Touring programme including at Barningham Village Hall on Thursday 9th February 2012 (the 200th year since Dickens’ birth).

A Highlights Rural Touring Scheme Production. The Edinburgh Guide said ” A masterful Performance, Pip Utton IS Charles Dickens”. Adult £7, Child £4.50, Family £17. Booking is strongly recommended.

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Pete Firman Interview

radioteesdale — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:34:00 +0000

The excellent funnyman Pete Firman is currently starring on the BBC show The Magicians. Saturday night at 6.35pm. He took time out from filming and rehearsing to speak to us here at Radio Teesdale, he chatted about the show, why we have to vote for him and his new tour Jiggery Pokery which is coming to the Arc in Stockton on Thursday 22nd March. Get your tickets now.

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Young Enterprise - Catcote Business Enterprise College

radioteesdale — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:13:30 +0000

John Atkinson talks to Tiffany about Catcote Business Enterprise College.

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Stephen Jones AKA Babybird

radioteesdale — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:09:00 +0000

Babybird (he’s gorgeous!) chatted to us here at Radio Teesdale, all about his smash hit back in 1996, You’re Gorgeous, texting his best mate.. Johnny Depp!! (wish it was me!) and writing songs. Stephen AKA Babybird is coming to Newcastle 02 Academy on Saturday 4th February. Get your tickets now.

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Business programme 19 January 2012

radioteesdale — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:08:00 +0000

We are pleased to bring you the full Business Programme produced live on the 19/1/12.

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Two Days in Teesdale part 1 - written by Peter Gilbertson

radioteesdale — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:44:00 +0000

Ruth Dent introduces Diane Collecott who reads a short shorty by Peter Gilbertson, “Two Days in Teesdale,” which tells the story of Charles Dickens visit to Teesdale.

This story is broadcast first on Radio Teesdale on 26th January 2012.

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Darlington FC Rescue Group - Shaun Campbell

radioteesdale — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:31:00 +0000

Shaun Campbell of the Rescue Group for Darlington Football Club talks to Patto on the Breakfast Show on Thursday 19th January 2012.

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Gavin Webster - Top Geordie Comedian

radioteesdale — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:20:00 +0000

Gavin Webster is one of the best know comedians from the North East of England. He has been a regular prescence at the Stand Comedy Club since in opened in Newcastle in October 2011.

Gavin has a show at the Newcastle Journal & Tyne Theatre (recently renamed Mill Volvo Tyne Theatre, Newcastle upon Tyne) on Friday the 2nd March. He talks to Peter Dixon about his career, his interest in comedy and the show. (if you hear a dog in the background it’s just Gavin’s dog telling him to get off the phone and take him for a walk!).

Just go to www.thejournaltynetheatre.co.uk and enter Gavin Webster and you’ll be able to buy a ticket. You can buy them in person at the theatre or you can ring 0844 493 9999. The stalls and the lower circle will go long before the show so get in early.

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Terry Winstanley - Dreamboats & Petticoats

radioteesdale — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:53:00 +0000

Terry Winstanley made a big impact on X-Factor 2011 being eliminated at the judges house section. He has bounced back though and stars in the Sunderland Empire show “Dreamboats and Petticoats” (to the 21/1/12). Peter Dixon talks to Terry about X-Factor and the show.

Dreamboats and Petticoats ::

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Gez Casey on the Live Theatre new season

radioteesdale — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:30:00 +0000

Gez Casey, Literary Manager, talks to Peter Dixon about the Live Theatre in Newcastle about their work and their new season.

Live Theatre ::

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Donna Disco at Live Theatre, Newcastle

radioteesdale — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:01:00 +0000

Donna Disco plays at the Live Theatre from Tuesday 17 to Saturday 21 January, 8pm in the main theatre. Donna is fourteen, clumsy and fat. She’s bland, bespectacled and, if she’d ever heard of The Beautiful South, she’d adore them. She also has a new school project, to source a stranger’s story and present her findings at the annual Christmas Pageant. And so Donna takes it upon herself to befriend the colourful cross-dressing butcher from downstairs.

The play is By Lee Mattinson
Directed by Laura Lindow
Starring Paula Penman

Peter Dixon met Laura and Paula and talked about the 60 minute play.

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Lee Mead sings Love Songs

radioteesdale — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:18:00 +0000

West End performer and winner of BBC’s Any Dream Will Do, LEE MEAD chatted to us here at Radio Teesdale and told us all about new album, Love Songs, available from 6th February 2012 and also about his touch of OCD!! Great interview with Lee, he was top bloke!

Lee Mead ::

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Josie Long top comedian comes to Barnard Castle

radioteesdale — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:56:00 +0000

Radio Teesdale spoke to top comedienne Josie Long. She told us all about her fascination with real life stories in mags, and what she would do to Frankie Boyle if she ever meet him, after him writing unpleasant things about her. She’s coming to the Jersey Farm in Barnard Castle on Monday 30th Jan. Tickets are available from www.funnywaytobe.com

Funny Way To Be Comedy Club ::

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Richard Darn - Stargazing at Hamsterley Forest Visitor Centre

radioteesdale — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:13:00 +0000

Richard Darn spoke to John Atkinson about Stargazing Live in Hamsterley Forest on Saturday 21/1/12. There will be three scopes on site, so plenty of viewing opportunities to see Jupiter, at it’s best for years, and distant nebulae. Bring your own telescope and Richard Darn, who will be running a ‘scope clinic’, will show you how to get the most out of your telescope.

How to get there:

Stargazing Live starts at Hamsterley Forest Visitor Centre in Hamsterley. For those who don’t know the area: Hamsterley, Witton-le Wear, Wolsingham, Bishop Auckland, and Durham are the nearest towns or villages. Hamsterley Forest is signposted off the A68 North of West Auckland. OS Grid Reference: NZ091312

Forestry Web Site ::

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Sandra Moorhouse from Dickens in Teesdale

radioteesdale — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:25:00 +0000

Sandra Moorhouse called into our Drivetime studios on the 17th January 2012 to update us on events being organised in Teesdale to celebrate the 200th Birthday of Charles Dickens.

Dickens in Teesdale ::

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Valentine Warner

radioteesdale — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:00:00 +0000

Lovely Valentine Warner spoke to Radio Teesdale all about his new show on Good Food (showing now and in Feb 2012) called Perfect. Valentine told us how he got his name, his nicknames at school and what he couldn’t stomach eating! Listen now!

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Sam Payne Auto Cleanse NE

Katey Wallace — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:51:00 +0000

Sam Payne, from Auto Cleanse NE, popped into the Radio Teesdale Drive Time show to tell us all about his business cleaning carpets and mobile valeting in Teesdale and beyond. Well done Sam great interview!!

http://www.autoc.co.uk

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Big Boy Bloater starts his tour at the Durham Gala Theatre

radioteesdale — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:59:00 +0000

The big fella is here. A charismatic front man with an energetic and powerful style, Bloater has the spirit of the blues running through his veins and plays as authentic a music as you’re likely to hear. With an album chock-full of clever and catchy songs, he’s already supported Imelda May around the UK and toured with his band around the world. With a style dubbed swamp-soul, dark blues and twang, he’s a fantastic guitarist with some mighty vocals. He’s learnt his craft through years of gigging, and with fans like Jools Holland and Mark Lamarr singing his praises; Big Boy Bloater’s star is on the ascent.

Peter Dixon spoke to him about his tour which kicks off at the Durham Gala Theatre on the 2/2/12.

Big Boy Bloater ::

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Breaking news.......Startforth School report of giant eggs in the playground.

radioteesdale — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:37:00 +0000

Breaking news at Startforth School…........

A nest of giant eggs has appeared in the playground of the school. Radio Teesdale’s Peter Dixon immediately went down to the school to see what the excitement was all about. He spoke to a number of young reports examining the eggs and carrying out research.

The mystery deepens….........

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David Harper - TV Antique expert

radioteesdale — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 23:41:00 +0000

TV antiques expert, who also has an antiques shop about to open in Barnard Castle, called into the studio and spoke to Martin Cluderay. He even managed to value some of Martin’s family heirlooms.

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Diana Collecott - Dickens in Teesdale

radioteesdale — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:48:00 +0000

Diana Collecott talks to Ruth Dent about Dickens in Teesdale and reads a redaction of “The Holly Tree Inn.”

Dickens in Teesdale ::

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Margaret Watson - Dougherty House

radioteesdale — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:04:00 +0000

Margaret Watson talks to Ruth Dent about the former home and now museum of Charles Dickens.