Dickins in Darlington exhibition, Crown Street Library, Darlington, runs until December 23
Free exhibition will include images from the Charles Dickens Museum, a reconstruction of Dicken's famous reading desk, footage from an early Dickens film as well as the display of an amazing dolls' house based on Dickens' home in Doughty Street, London, which is now the Charles Dickens Museum.
Twisterella Festival, in Middlesbrough, on Saturday
THE annual Twisterella Festival returns to Teesside at the weekend featuring a cast of regional and local, up-and-coming acts from Lisbon to the Avalanche Party, Alistair James to Samantha Durnan, Shoot the Poet, Youth Club and Trash.
Middlesbrough’s multi-venue music festival portrays some 40-plus acts on a day full of the brightest and best breaking bands and acts.
Twisterella Festival utilises established music venues such as Teesside University Students’ Union, The Townhouse, The Westgarth Social Club and TSOne, along with pop-up sessions in Sticky Fingers, Alchemy & Co and The Twisted Lip.
Tickets for Twisterella Festival 2016 are on sale now priced at £15 (+ booking fee) visit twisterella.co.uk
Molly's Marvellous Moustache, Stockton Arc, on Saturday, 11.30am and 2.30pm
Molly wants to be just like the grown ups. So her mummy makes her a moustache. With her moustache she can go anywhere and do anything she likes. She can launch an expedition to the heart of the jungle, blast off into space and create incredible inventions. But being a grown up isn’t all fun. What if Molly has to eat olives and spicy spicy sauce? And what about having to go to work? Featuring an original music score, playful interaction and lots of laughs, Molly’s Marvellous Moustache is a new theatrical adaptation of the original storybook, written by Andrea Heaton and illustrated by Talya Baldwin. Tickets on01642-525199.
Underneath A Magical Moon, Theatre Royal, York, runs until Oct 22
A reimagining of Peter Pan as told by Wendy Darling. Through her open window Wendy Darling gazes out at the night sky dreaming of blue lagoons, magical moons and the stories that she can tell. But tonight, like no other, has magic in the air… Wendy is the owner of stories, mother to the lost boys, a believer in fairies, and a young girl with her feet firmly on the ground. Fly into a fantastical world of adventure where time stands still, the impossible seems possible and if you close your eyes and believe, then you really can make anything happen. A sparkling new production with exquisite music, enthralling movement and a sprinkle of magic for children 3+ and their families. Tickets on 01904-623568.
Handcrafted Wedding market, The Witham, Barnard Castle on Sunday, 11-3pm
Bringing creativity to your big day with handmade inspiration for weddings, naming ceremonies and special occasions. Whether you're planning a special event, looking for a bespoke gift or just love to have a go at new crafts, you're sure to be inspired. There will be designer makers selling work, demonstrating and letting the public 'have-a-go'. For those looking for something different for a hen or stag party, they'll be lots of ideas for alternatives. Details 01833-631107.
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