One Big Night Summary
One Big Night took place on April 23rd 2009. Below enjoy a summary of the events and offers.
Events and Street Theatre plus BBC Tees
BBC Tees presenter John Foster kicked off One Big Night, plus Neil Green, Diane Youdale, Lisa McCormick and Katherine Hannah were about town giving away prizes.
Look North broadcast the weather from One Big Night.
The Beechwood Football Team was presented with a special award from BBC Tees and the Teesside Junior Football Alliance with a live link live on the Big Screen to speak with the Voice of the Boro Alastair Brownlee and his guest - Boro and England defender David Wheater.
Street Theatre and Face Painting
Dynamic dragon-riding damsels helped create a festive atmosphere. Middlesbrough's own Roller Derby Team, the Milk City Rollers were skating around. Living Mannequins were very impressive. Face Painting was enjoyed by all ages.
Culture
Northern Sinfonia were on at Middlesbrough Town Hall, West Side Story was on at Middlesbrough Theatre, Local band 21 Reasons were on at the Princess Alice.
Art
Art lovers were spoiled for choice. The Cluster Group hosted a viewing of their show "Threshholds" at the Dorman Museum.
mima featured JIGGERS, the alter-egos of NYC-based artists Nathan Carter and Matthew Ronay who put on a one-night installation and performance using found materials.
An exhibition of photography by Leigh Rebecca opened at Gallery TS1.
Platform Arts Studios was open to visitors between 6pm and 8pm.This was an opportunity to see the recently launched working artists' studios housed in the old British Rail Parcel Store and Fish Quay at the Grade II Listed Middlesbrough Railway Station.
Retail
Many retailers had later hours and special offers. Some highlights were:
Debenhams invited you to 'Pamper Yourself Beautiful' with chances for free makeovers and other fabulous prizes.
Psyche offered 15% off all goods in the store that evening celebrating 'Girls Nails and Cocktails.'
Waterstones in Captain Cook Square hosted St George and the Dragon: Children's storytelling and Beast Quest activities.
Food
Among restaurants with special offers for One big Night were Joe Rigatoni, Cafe Prego, Eliano's Brasserie, Sassari, Lewis's, Wok Stop, Oodles Noodles, Doctor Browns and Khan Restaurant.
Continental Market
A Continental Market was held in the pedestrianised area between Debenhams, House of Fraser and BHS. The continental market featured a variety of stalls from France, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Holland and Portugal.
Market traders sold top quality products ranging from food and drink, to a variety of continental products including leather items, Marseilles soaps and children’s toys. The market was also open on Friday 24th & Saturday 25th 9am to 5pm.
Events and Street Theatre plus BBC Tees
BBC Tees presenter John Foster kicked off One Big Night, plus Neil Green, Diane Youdale, Lisa McCormick and Katherine Hannah were about town giving away prizes.
Look North broadcast the weather from One Big Night.
The Beechwood Football Team was presented with a special award from BBC Tees and the Teesside Junior Football Alliance with a live link live on the Big Screen to speak with the Voice of the Boro Alastair Brownlee and his guest - Boro and England defender David Wheater.
Street Theatre and Face Painting
Dynamic dragon-riding damsels helped create a festive atmosphere. Middlesbrough's own Roller Derby Team, the Milk City Rollers were skating around. Living Mannequins were very impressive. Face Painting was enjoyed by all ages.
Culture
Northern Sinfonia were on at Middlesbrough Town Hall, West Side Story was on at Middlesbrough Theatre, Local band 21 Reasons were on at the Princess Alice.
Art
Art lovers were spoiled for choice. The Cluster Group hosted a viewing of their show "Threshholds" at the Dorman Museum.
mima featured JIGGERS, the alter-egos of NYC-based artists Nathan Carter and Matthew Ronay who put on a one-night installation and performance using found materials.
An exhibition of photography by Leigh Rebecca opened at Gallery TS1.
Platform Arts Studios was open to visitors between 6pm and 8pm.This was an opportunity to see the recently launched working artists' studios housed in the old British Rail Parcel Store and Fish Quay at the Grade II Listed Middlesbrough Railway Station.
Retail
Many retailers had later hours and special offers. Some highlights were:
Debenhams invited you to 'Pamper Yourself Beautiful' with chances for free makeovers and other fabulous prizes.
Psyche offered 15% off all goods in the store that evening celebrating 'Girls Nails and Cocktails.'
Waterstones in Captain Cook Square hosted St George and the Dragon: Children's storytelling and Beast Quest activities.
Food
Among restaurants with special offers for One big Night were Joe Rigatoni, Cafe Prego, Eliano's Brasserie, Sassari, Lewis's, Wok Stop, Oodles Noodles, Doctor Browns and Khan Restaurant.
Continental Market
A Continental Market was held in the pedestrianised area between Debenhams, House of Fraser and BHS. The continental market featured a variety of stalls from France, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Holland and Portugal.
Market traders sold top quality products ranging from food and drink, to a variety of continental products including leather items, Marseilles soaps and children’s toys. The market was also open on Friday 24th & Saturday 25th 9am to 5pm.
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