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Masala Festival: Death Magic by Sofia Barton

Monday 14th July 2025

Masala Festival: Death Magic by Sofia Barton

Death Magic" offers a poignant journey through the intersection of neurodivergent experience and the rich tapestry of Punjabi perspectives on death, ancestry, and the enduring power of memory. This deeply personal exhibition by Sofia Barton presents a compelling collection of drawings, ethereal cyanotypes on glass, evocative paintings, and symbolically decorated rehals. These diverse mediums ...

Riverside Ragas:  Tar Rang – 100 Colours, 100 Strings

Friday 19th September 2025

Riverside Ragas:  Tar Rang – 100 Colours, 100 Strings

Tar Rang brings together an ensemble of exceptional musicians for a truly special performance – a rare jugalbandi that weaves together 100 colours and 100 strings in a vibrant celebration of Indian classical music. 

Orchestral Qawwali Project featuring Rushil Ranjan & Abi Sampa

Saturday 27th September 2025

Orchestral Qawwali Project featuring Rushil Ranjan & Abi Sampa

Making its Gateshead debut, The Orchestral Qawwali Project is a groundbreaking musical fusion led by acclaimed composer Rushil Ranjan and renowned vocalist Abi Sampa. This critically celebrated ensemble breathes new life into centuries-old traditions reframing the spiritual rapture of Sufi music through Rushil’s rich orchestral scores, blending Western classical with South Asian music and In...

Classic Café: Gayatri Ajay (veena) & Janakan Sri Rangan (mridangam)

Sunday 5th October 2025

Classic Café: Gayatri Ajay (veena) & Janakan Sri Rangan (mridangam)

Experience an enchanting afternoon of Carnatic classical music from South India as Gayatri Ajay graces the stage with her mastery of the Veena. Introduced to this timeless instrument at the tender age of 7, Gayatri’s artistry, honed under the tutelage of revered Gurus, weaves deep, resonant melodies that reflect India’s rich musical heritage and the divine essence of the goddess Saras...

Riverside Ragas: Ghazal Lounge

Friday 10th October 2025

Riverside Ragas: Ghazal Lounge

  Following sold out shows across the UK, the Ghazal Lounge brings an unforgettable live performance to GemArts Riverside Ragas at the Glasshouse.   This is no ordinary concert—it’s an experience. The band is set to reimagine and celebrate classic Ghazals & Geet, blending tradition with their own distinctive sound.