On Your Feet is at Sunderland Empire until October 5. The musical is the inspiring true love story of Emilio and Gloria and charts their journey from its origins in Cuba, onto the streets of Miami and finally to international superstardom and features some of the most iconic pops songs of the era, including Rhythm is Gonna Get You, Conga, Get On Your Feet, Don’t Want To Lose You and 1-2-3. Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records worldwide and is the most successful Latin crossover performer in the history of pop music.placeholder image
On Your Feet is at Sunderland Empire until October 5. The musical is the inspiring true love story of Emilio and Gloria and charts their journey from its origins in Cuba, onto the streets of Miami and finally to international superstardom and features some of the most iconic pops songs of the era, including Rhythm is Gonna Get You, Conga, Get On Your Feet, Don’t Want To Lose You and 1-2-3. Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records worldwide and is the most successful Latin crossover performer in the history of pop music. | Other 3rd Party

Top things to do this weekend from Houghton Feast to Disney on Ice

By Katy Wheeler
Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 GMT
Updated 1st Oct 2019, 16:57 GMT

From Disney on Ice gliding into Utilita Arena to the historic Houghton Feast – there’s plenty going on in the region.

We’ve rounded up some of the top things to do this weekend.

Elmer's Great North Parade is running around the region until November 1. There are 50 uniquely-decorated elephants to spot in Sunderland, South Tyneside and across the North East. Ones to look out for include Elmers at The Word and Customs House, South Shields, and at The Bridges and Beacon of Light in Sunderland.

5. Elmer's Great North Parade, until November 1

Elmer's Great North Parade is running around the region until November 1. There are 50 uniquely-decorated elephants to spot in Sunderland, South Tyneside and across the North East. Ones to look out for include Elmers at The Word and Customs House, South Shields, and at The Bridges and Beacon of Light in Sunderland. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Elliot Nichol Photography

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Jason Cook's Comedy Club is at Customs House, South Shields, on October 4 and 5. Join Jason Cook as the host of his comedy club, which brings huge TV names, daft guests and incredible surprises to The Customs House. The biggest names in comedy at the biggest comedy club in the north. Tickets are priced at £11 and are available from the Customs House box office.

6. Jason Cook Comedy Club, Customs House, South Shields, October 4 & 5

Jason Cook's Comedy Club is at Customs House, South Shields, on October 4 and 5. Join Jason Cook as the host of his comedy club, which brings huge TV names, daft guests and incredible surprises to The Customs House. The biggest names in comedy at the biggest comedy club in the north. Tickets are priced at £11 and are available from the Customs House box office. | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton

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Disney on Ice is gliding to the North East later this year with its 100 Years of Magic show at Utilita Arena, Newcastle, from October 2-6. Be charmed by a cast of more than 50 unforgettable Disney characters, with Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse, the spirited Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and many of the Disney Princesses including Jasmine, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. Relive the magic of Disney’s Frozen with Anna, Elsa and the hilarious snowman Olaf as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all. Sing-along to over 30 unforgettable songs including favourites like Let It Go, You’ve Got a Friend in Me, and Hakuna Matata.

7. Disney on Ice, Utilita Arena, October 2-6

Disney on Ice is gliding to the North East later this year with its 100 Years of Magic show at Utilita Arena, Newcastle, from October 2-6. Be charmed by a cast of more than 50 unforgettable Disney characters, with Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse, the spirited Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and many of the Disney Princesses including Jasmine, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. Relive the magic of Disney’s Frozen with Anna, Elsa and the hilarious snowman Olaf as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all. Sing-along to over 30 unforgettable songs including favourites like Let It Go, You’ve Got a Friend in Me, and Hakuna Matata. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Disney

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Each October Sunderland Libraries Literature Festival brings together a vibrant mix of authors, thinkers and artists to the city, providing inspiration and entertainment.This year’s festival is the perfect place to celebrate your love of literature with fellow fans, see your favourite local authors in action, and of course, discover new writers and illustrators, including talks, workshops, book launches and other events. This year’s line-up includes leading fiction, non-fiction, independent and emerging authors, including Mari Hannah, Glenda Young and Janet MacLeod Trotter. The majority of events are free, although donations are welcome. For further information about any event or booking or to keep updated with any changes to the programme visit the libraries section of the Sunderland Council website.

8. Sunderland Libraries Literature Festival, until October 30

Each October Sunderland Libraries Literature Festival brings together a vibrant mix of authors, thinkers and artists to the city, providing inspiration and entertainment.This year’s festival is the perfect place to celebrate your love of literature with fellow fans, see your favourite local authors in action, and of course, discover new writers and illustrators, including talks, workshops, book launches and other events. This year’s line-up includes leading fiction, non-fiction, independent and emerging authors, including Mari Hannah, Glenda Young and Janet MacLeod Trotter. The majority of events are free, although donations are welcome. For further information about any event or booking or to keep updated with any changes to the programme visit the libraries section of the Sunderland Council website. | JPIMedia Photo: Sunderland Echo

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