THE curtain will go up on a cultural event in the North-East in less than a fortnight.

But yesterday, there was a hint of things to come when an artist gave a preview of his work.

London artist Michael Plinsky unveiled his video about climate change, Moving On, at the Globe Gallery in Newcastle city centre.

A series of other events will form part of NewcastleGateshead Welcomes the World later this month in celebration of the world summit on arts and culture.

The city is hosting international and local theatre, dance, music and art from around the world.

The highlights are expected to include the grand welcome evening on Wednesday, June 14.

Details of all the events can be found at www.visit newcastlegateshead.com