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Masala Festival – Care / Work: An Exhibition by Nayeema Ahmed

Wednesday 15th July 2026

Masala Festival – Care / Work: An Exhibition by Nayeema Ahmed

This new exhibition from North East artist and recent Northumbria University graduate, Nayeema Ahmed, explores the relationship between gender, ethnicity and labour. Catch it from 9th July – 1st August. 

Masala Festival – Shape of Momo

Thursday 16th July 2026

Masala Festival – Shape of Momo

As part of GemArts Masala Festival 2026, join us for a screening of Tribeny Rai's debut feature film, Shape of Momo. Exploring the tension between societal pressures and the desire to forge your own path, this semi-autobiographical release has a powerful story to tell. 

Masala Festival – Movement & Meditation Session

Thursday 16th July 2026

Masala Festival – Movement & Meditation Session

A 90‑minute Masala Festival session blending Vinyasa Flow yoga, guided meditation and deep relaxation — supporting strength, focus and calm. A restorative space to slow down, reconnect and reset. 

Masala Festival – The Mohan Brothers (sitar & sarod), Sanju Sahai (tabla) and Jasdeep Singh (jorī)

Friday 17th July 2026

Masala Festival – The Mohan Brothers (sitar & sarod), Sanju Sahai (tabla) and Jasdeep Singh (jorī)

Join us for an extraordinary evening of Indian classical music at The Glasshouse, marking 10 years of Masala Festival. Experience the brilliance of The Mohan Brothers, Sanju Sahai and Jasdeep Singh, as we celebrate heritage, innovation and a decade of unforgettable performances.   

Masala Festival – Bijlee / बिजली / Electric⚡

Saturday 18th July 2026

Masala Festival – Bijlee / बिजली / Electric⚡

BIJLEE is Masala Festival's first ever multidisciplinary club night where Bollywood, Ghazal and Qawwali classics are reimagined through contemporary club edits of Oldskool Hardcore, 90's Jungle, Footwork, Garage, Bassline, Dubstep, Baile Funk and more.