Zoe Rahman Trio
Friday 2nd October 2026
Zoe Rahman presents music from her new album "Hull Suite Live" with her world-class jazz trio, as part of Newcastle Festival of Jazz and Improvised Music.
Masala Festival – Playback / Rewind: South Asian Sound & Memory
Saturday 10th October 2026
This exhibition brings together a new body of work by artist Jimmy Turrell, developed through research into Bollywood vinyl, printed ephemera, and the lived histories of South Asian communities in Gateshead. This exhibition runs from 4th July – 10th October.
Masala Festival – Through the Lens: Photographs by Anna Miller
Saturday 10th October 2026
Celebrate a decade of unforgettable moments with this special photography exhibition marking the 10th anniversary of GemArts Masala Festival. Through the lens of photographer Anna Miller, the exhibition captures the colour, energy and creativity that have defined the festival over the past ten years. This exhibition runs from 4th July – 10th October.
Riverside Ragas: Ustad Irshad Khan & Gurdain Rayatt
Friday 23rd October 2026
We're delighted to present Ustad Irshad Khan for his first-ever performance in the North East. A rare chance to experience one of the most compelling sitarists of his generation up close.
Riverside Ragas: Soumik Datta – Melodies In Slow Motion
Friday 20th November 2026
An immersive "ear cinema" experience layering biological soundscapes, field recordings, and new Indian music. This urgent, colourful performance bridges the divide between human art and biological intelligence.