From Dolly Parton classics to Adam Ant, Al Murray and Fenwick's window: 10 things to do this weekend

By Katy Wheeler
Published 6th Nov 2019, 16:45 BST
Updated 6th Nov 2019, 17:00 BST
Amber Davies stars in 9 To 5 The Musical at Sunderland EmpireAmber Davies stars in 9 To 5 The Musical at Sunderland Empire
Amber Davies stars in 9 To 5 The Musical at Sunderland Empire | Other 3rd Party
From Dolly Parton classics at 9 To 5 The Musical and Adam Ant to Willy Wonka at the region’s biggest Christmas window and a host of comedy nights, there’s plenty going on this weekend.

We’ve rounded up 10 of the top things to do over the festive period.

The theme of this year's Christmas window at Fenwick in Newcastle has been revealed as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Audiences can join Charlie Bucket as he discovers the fifth and final Golden Ticket and journey with him through the famous fable. From juicing rooms and chocolate waterfalls to great glass elevators and the factory gates, the Fenwick Christmas window brings the story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to life.The theme of this year's Christmas window at Fenwick in Newcastle has been revealed as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Audiences can join Charlie Bucket as he discovers the fifth and final Golden Ticket and journey with him through the famous fable. From juicing rooms and chocolate waterfalls to great glass elevators and the factory gates, the Fenwick Christmas window brings the story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to life.
The theme of this year's Christmas window at Fenwick in Newcastle has been revealed as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Audiences can join Charlie Bucket as he discovers the fifth and final Golden Ticket and journey with him through the famous fable. From juicing rooms and chocolate waterfalls to great glass elevators and the factory gates, the Fenwick Christmas window brings the story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to life. | Other 3rd Party
Dolly Parton's 9 To 5 The Musical is at Sunderland Empire until November 9. Based on the hit 1980 film, 9 To 5 The Musical tells the story of Doralee, Violet and Judy - three workmates pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss. It stars Amber Davies who rose to fame after winning Love Island.Dolly Parton's 9 To 5 The Musical is at Sunderland Empire until November 9. Based on the hit 1980 film, 9 To 5 The Musical tells the story of Doralee, Violet and Judy - three workmates pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss. It stars Amber Davies who rose to fame after winning Love Island.
Dolly Parton's 9 To 5 The Musical is at Sunderland Empire until November 9. Based on the hit 1980 film, 9 To 5 The Musical tells the story of Doralee, Violet and Judy - three workmates pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss. It stars Amber Davies who rose to fame after winning Love Island. | Other 3rd Party
Al Murray brings his show Landlord of Hope and Glory to Newcastle's Theatre Royal on Sunday, November 10. The show promotion reads: "A time of crisis, the world in chaos, the country divided as it has never been divided before. Questions have been asked and non-answered. What we need is one man, to step forward, one man with all the answers. Well you’re in luck, ladies and gentlemen - he’s here and touring the nation." Note: this performance contains strong language and adult themes.Al Murray brings his show Landlord of Hope and Glory to Newcastle's Theatre Royal on Sunday, November 10. The show promotion reads: "A time of crisis, the world in chaos, the country divided as it has never been divided before. Questions have been asked and non-answered. What we need is one man, to step forward, one man with all the answers. Well you’re in luck, ladies and gentlemen - he’s here and touring the nation." Note: this performance contains strong language and adult themes.
Al Murray brings his show Landlord of Hope and Glory to Newcastle's Theatre Royal on Sunday, November 10. The show promotion reads: "A time of crisis, the world in chaos, the country divided as it has never been divided before. Questions have been asked and non-answered. What we need is one man, to step forward, one man with all the answers. Well you’re in luck, ladies and gentlemen - he’s here and touring the nation." Note: this performance contains strong language and adult themes. | Other 3rd Party
From Billy Elliot to Close to the Coalhouse Door, When the Boat Comes In to The Pitmen Painters, now hear the songs and stories of The Pitmen Poets when they appear on stage at Durham Gala Theatre on November 9. After their sell out UK tour of 2017 the four Pitmen Poets return for their final tour in 2019. Ex-Lindisfarne singer and songwriter Billy Mitchell, Warhorse Songman Bob Fox, leading exponent of Tyneside song Benny Graham, and much-covered Durham songwriter Jez Lowe individually and collectively celebrating the triumphs, tragedy, humour and hard times of North-East England’s coal mining tradition in an evening of music, song and spoken word.From Billy Elliot to Close to the Coalhouse Door, When the Boat Comes In to The Pitmen Painters, now hear the songs and stories of The Pitmen Poets when they appear on stage at Durham Gala Theatre on November 9. After their sell out UK tour of 2017 the four Pitmen Poets return for their final tour in 2019. Ex-Lindisfarne singer and songwriter Billy Mitchell, Warhorse Songman Bob Fox, leading exponent of Tyneside song Benny Graham, and much-covered Durham songwriter Jez Lowe individually and collectively celebrating the triumphs, tragedy, humour and hard times of North-East England’s coal mining tradition in an evening of music, song and spoken word.
From Billy Elliot to Close to the Coalhouse Door, When the Boat Comes In to The Pitmen Painters, now hear the songs and stories of The Pitmen Poets when they appear on stage at Durham Gala Theatre on November 9. After their sell out UK tour of 2017 the four Pitmen Poets return for their final tour in 2019. Ex-Lindisfarne singer and songwriter Billy Mitchell, Warhorse Songman Bob Fox, leading exponent of Tyneside song Benny Graham, and much-covered Durham songwriter Jez Lowe individually and collectively celebrating the triumphs, tragedy, humour and hard times of North-East England’s coal mining tradition in an evening of music, song and spoken word. | Other 3rd Party
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