Spotlight Music Programme

24/08/2026

13/08/2026

🎉🎉🎉

We are thrilled to announce that we have a double page spread in Gan On (not Ganon)'s August 2026 edition!

Our Culture Coordinator, Sharlize, was invited to answer a few questions about who we are at Spotlight, the vision we have for the future of the programme, and what we would like to see in the local scene to make live music stronger. 😎

Physical copies of the magazine are available to pick up from The Bunker Sunderland CIC and otto., and an e-copy is available on Gan On's website.

We want to say a massive thank you to Gan On for including us in their fantastic local magazine. It means the world to us ❤️

22/06/2026

🌟 Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) 🌟

We're excited to be running HAF sessions this year, supporting young people with SEND through healthy transitions into the next stage of their education! 🎒

Sessions will include:
✅ Teamwork & communication skills
✅ Safe travel & healthy living
🎵 Music and enterprise activities (based on interest!)
🍽️ Lunch provided for all attendees

Who can join?
👤 Ages 13–18
🍴 Eligible for Free School Meals
🤝 We welcome a wide range of SEND (please note: we're unable to provide personal or 1:1 care)

📌 Spaces are limited, so register your interest soon to avoid missing out!

👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/BuMK7DwqHGGExcdR6
📱 Or scan the QR code on our poster!

After signing up, we'll follow up with a quick phone call and a short risk assessment so we can make sure we provide the right level of support for each young person. 💬

Please share with any young people, parents, or carers who might be interested; every share helps us reach more families! 💙

17/06/2026

Catch our Spotlight Band, Leopard Print, at the amphitheatre on Thursday! 😎

15/06/2026

03/06/2026

🎟️ TAKE THE TICKET IS BACK! 🎟️

This summer, we're giving YOU the chance to take over the Spotlight Stage at Garden Lane, completely FREE. 🎶✨

Through our Take The Ticket programme, you can hire the stage any day, Monday to Thursday, throughout the summer (when Garden Lane is open), put on whatever event you want, and keep 100% of your ticket sales. 💰

Oh, and did we mention? Garden Lane holds up to 200 people. 👀

📩 Want to know more? Drop us an email: [email protected]

📲 Ready to apply? Scan the QR code on our poster, or find the application form through the LinkTree link in our bio.

21/05/2026

Our Spotlight performers, Slate Label and Leopard Print, have both been given slots to perform at this summer's Next Big Thing! We're chuffed for them!

Pop along for free to see some class live, local talent! You won't regret it! 💪

🎶 Live Music at the Amphitheatre – The Next Big Thing!

Get ready for a series of incredible evenings showcasing some of the region’s rising stars. These talented acts will be taking to the stage at Sandhaven Amphitheatre from 7–9pm on the dates below. It’s completely FREE! 🙌

Join us on:
📅 Thursday 4 June
-Corey G
-The Rivergate
-Conor Michael
-Beth Browne

📅 Saturday 6 June
-Alf Hill
-Slate Label
-Ruled by Raptors
-Tired of Fighting

📅 Thursday 18 June
-Leopard Print
-Chris Forbes
-Alice Street
-Polyvinyl

📅 Saturday 27 June
-Aydie
-Scarlett Esme
-Lauren Amour

Bring your friends, soak up the atmosphere, and support the next wave of North East talent 🎤✨
👉 Don’t miss out – grab a spot, bring a blanket or chair, and enjoy the music!

15/05/2026

Great to see that our wonderful spotlight bands, Slate Label and Leopard Print, are performing at the amphitheatre this Summer! 🔥

We're wishing them luck, but we know they're going to be amazing!!

Make sure you pop down to see them 😎

🎶 Live Music at the Amphitheatre – The Next Big Thing!

Get ready for a series of incredible evenings showcasing some of the region’s rising stars. These talented acts will be taking to the stage at Sandhaven Amphitheatre from 7–9pm on the dates below. It’s completely FREE! 🙌

Join us on:
📅 Thursday 4 June
-Corey G
-The Rivergate
-Conor Michael
-Beth Browne

📅 Saturday 6 June
-Alf Hill
-Slate Label
-Ruled by Raptors
-Tired of Fighting

📅 Thursday 18 June
-Leopard Print
-Chris Forbes
-Alice Street
-Polyvinyl

📅 Saturday 27 June
-Aydie
-Scarlett Esme
-Lauren Amour

Bring your friends, soak up the atmosphere, and support the next wave of North East talent 🎤✨
👉 Don’t miss out – grab a spot, bring a blanket or chair, and enjoy the music!