Stop Making Sense Live
Fri 11 Dec · 19:00
Digital
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Stop Making Sense Live takes place at Digital in Newcastle on 11 December 2026. A ten-piece band will recreate the Talking Heads concert movie with songs featured in the film. The performance aims to deliver the energy of the original production.
On 19th October 1984 Talking Heads and Jonathan Demme released the greatest concert movie of all time.
On 11th December 2026, Slippery People will recreate ‘Stop Making Sense’ live at Digital, Newcastle, following sold-out shows across the UK.
The band of 10 members will play all of the Talking Heads songs featured in the film. From ‘Psycho Killer’ to ‘Burning Down The House’ to ‘Once In A Lifetime’ and everything in between.
They have a tape they’d like to play for you. And everyone is getting involved.
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Stop Making Sense Live takes place on Friday, 11 December 2026 at 19:00.
Stop Making Sense Live is held at Digital in Newcastle upon Tyne (Times Square, Scotswood Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP, UK).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Digital can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Stop Making Sense is performing at Stop Making Sense Live.
Tickets for Stop Making Sense Live can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Talking Heads were an American rock band formed in New York City in 1975. The group consisted of vocalist and guitarist David Byrne, drummer Chris Frantz, bassist Tina Weymouth, and guitarist and keyboardist Jerry Harrison. The band is often associated with the development of new wave and post-punk, combining elements of pop, rock, funk, and world music with a distinctive Downtown Manhattan visual and artistic style. David Byrne, Chris Frantz, and Tina Weymouth met while studying at the Rhode Island School of Design
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Stop Making Sense Live takes place at Digital in Newcastle on 11 December 2026. A ten-piece band will recreate the Talking Heads concert movie with songs featured in the film. The performance aims to deliver the energy of the original production.
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On 19th October 1984 Talking Heads and Jonathan Demme released the greatest concert movie of all time.
On 11th December 2026, Slippery People will recreate ‘Stop Making Sense’ live at Digital, Newcastle, following sold-out shows across the UK.
The band of 10 members will play all of the Talking Heads songs featured in the film. From ‘Psycho Killer’ to ‘Burning Down The House’ to ‘Once In A Lifetime’ and everything in between.
They have a tape they’d like to play for you. And everyone is getting involved.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Hotels within walking distance of Digital. Searching near Times Square, Scotswood Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP, UK; check-in Friday, 11 December 2026.
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Times Square, Scotswood Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP, UK
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Stop Making Sense Live?
Stop Making Sense Live takes place on Friday, 11 December 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Stop Making Sense Live taking place?
Stop Making Sense Live is held at Digital in Newcastle upon Tyne (Times Square, Scotswood Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP, UK).
Is there anywhere to stay near Stop Making Sense Live?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Digital can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Who is performing at Stop Making Sense Live?
Stop Making Sense is performing at Stop Making Sense Live.
How do I get tickets for Stop Making Sense Live?
Tickets for Stop Making Sense Live can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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