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Big-hearted theatre that brings people together. Based in North East England. unfoldingtheatre.co.uk

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🎭 How do we build a stronger cultural future for Newcastle - together?

Join us for a conversation exploring the next stage of a Newcastle Culture Partnership.

πŸ“… Thurs 19 Feb 2026 | 10am–1pm
πŸ“ Live Theatre, Newcastle
πŸ’· Β£75 bursaries available

🎟️ Book now:
www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/whatson/2025...

20.01.2026 13:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’ @artscouncilengland.bsky.social & @juliesbicycle.bsky.social have released the 2024-25 Environmental Responsibility Report today, highlighting bold #CreativeClimateAction of #ACEsupported organisations.

Read the full report >> https://juliesbicycle.com/ER25

19.01.2026 09:31 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🎭 North East Deaf Youth Theatre is back!

Join us this Saturday for accessible drama, fun and games.

πŸ“@gosforthcivictheatre
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 22nd November
⏰ 9:30am to 11:30am

For more information about NEDYT check the link in bio!

#unfoldingtheatre #childrenandyoungpeople #letscreate #deafcommunity

19.11.2025 15:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Recently, Sunderland MIND, in partnership with The Cultural Spring, commissioned us to deliver a community arts research project exploring how drama and the performing arts can support mental health and wellbeing.Β 

Find out more: https://www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/sunderlandmind

12.11.2025 11:36 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ‰ Tour announcement!Β 

We're overjoyed to announce that Here Be Dragons is headed to Northern Stage next April!Β 

We are deeply grateful to Northern Stage for their continued support and can't wait to bring the magic of Here Be Dragons to more audiences soon!

#familytheatre #tour #unfoldingtheatre

28.10.2025 15:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🎭⚽ Ready, set...score!

The East End Story Makers are back in full swing!

πŸ“The Lighthouse Project, BykerΒ 
πŸ—“οΈ Weekly sessions on Wednesdays 4:30-6pm (term time)
πŸ”­ Crafts, games, movement and storytelling.

Ready to get involved? More information in our bio.

#youththeatre Β #communitytheatre #creative

22.10.2025 14:03 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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βœ‹πŸŽ­ Watch this space!

We are delighted to announce that our staff at Unfolding Theatre have been receiving some lessons in British Sign Language from the brilliant team at Sign It Hear! Watch this space for updates!

#unfoldingtheatre #theatrecompany #deafawareness #northeastdeafyouththeatre

01.10.2025 08:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🎟️ Here Be Dragons is coming to The Cowshed, Cowgate! 

πŸ—“οΈMonday 6th October at 4pm.
πŸ“Location: The Cowshed, Cowgate, Newcastle
🎭 Family friendly and free to attend

https://www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/here-be-dragons

#herebedragons #northeast #autumn #familyfun #freetheatre

30.09.2025 08:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Sanctuary and Culture Network Committed to making arts and culture in the North EastΒ  welcoming and inclusive for people with lived experience of displacement, we bring together people and partners to collectively take action....

Thanks to D6 for sharing this invitation to join The Sanctuary and Culture Network. We’re delighted to become a member.

Here’s to everyone who makes up our communities. We’re stronger together.

www.d6culture.org/sanctuary-an...

26.09.2025 10:12 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Unfolding Theatre’s mission is to bring people together. We stand against hate. We are sad and troubled by far right protests planned in Newcastle this weekend. However, we are heartened by the actions of many people who work to build connections, understanding and support in the city.

26.09.2025 10:12 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‰ Look at those wings!

Our fantastic Here Be Dragons crew are headed to The Tute for their next show!

πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 4th October
⏰1:30pm
πŸ“The Tute, CamboisΒ 
🎟️ Free to attend

#herebedragons Β #theatrecompany #unfoldingtheatre #autumntour #familytheatre #northeasttheatre

25.09.2025 14:03 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A person wearing glasses, a green beanie, a green coat, and a large orange-and-yellow scarf stands smiling in a garden allotment. They hold a small crate and a pot of plants, surrounded by vegetable beds, netting, and sheds in the background, with autumn trees on the hillside.

A person wearing glasses, a green beanie, a green coat, and a large orange-and-yellow scarf stands smiling in a garden allotment. They hold a small crate and a pot of plants, surrounded by vegetable beds, netting, and sheds in the background, with autumn trees on the hillside.

Our fantastic family show, Here Be Dragons is headed to Cowgate, Newcastle next month!

Tickets are Pay What You Decide and this performance takes place after school - the perfect family treat to start the week!

Book your tickets here: https://www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/here-be-dragons

24.09.2025 10:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‰βœ¨ Here we go!

We are delighted to announce that Here Be Dragons rehearsals are now underway!Β 
Catch them on their autumn tour by checking the link in our bio for dates, venues and more.

#herebedragons #unfoldingtheatre #childrenandyoungpeople #rehearsals

19.09.2025 10:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us and our Here Be Dragons crew at IncludFEST 2025!Β 

πŸ“Victoria Jubilee Park, Spennymoor
πŸ•Sat 20th September 12pm-5pm
🎨Free workshops, performances and hands-on family fun!
🎟️Check our bio for more info. See you there!

IncludFEST is funded by @durhamcouncil.bsky.socialΒ 

#accessiblearts #fun

18.09.2025 08:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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North East Culture social is here!Β 

🎭Got an idea about Newcastle’s creative future?
🎀 Ready to have your say?
🀝In collaboration with Newcastle Gateshead Cultural Venues and Newcastle City Council

🎟️ This event is fully booked, check link in bio for more🎟️

#NECS #newcastleupontyne #unfoldingtheatre

17.09.2025 08:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Four women are standing side by side in front of a branded backdrop for the North East Charity Awards. All are smiling at the camera. From left to right: the first woman has long brown hair and glasses, wearing a black dress decorated with sparkling bead details and floral tattoos visible on her arm. The second woman has long wavy brown hair and glasses, wearing a sage green dress with a pink jacket. The third woman has short red hair, wearing a sleeveless red dress with a blue patterned jacket. The fourth woman has straight blonde hair, wearing a black dress with a white spotted pattern. The backdrop behind them is white and covered with sponsor logos in blue, green, black, and orange.

Four women are standing side by side in front of a branded backdrop for the North East Charity Awards. All are smiling at the camera. From left to right: the first woman has long brown hair and glasses, wearing a black dress decorated with sparkling bead details and floral tattoos visible on her arm. The second woman has long wavy brown hair and glasses, wearing a sage green dress with a pink jacket. The third woman has short red hair, wearing a sleeveless red dress with a blue patterned jacket. The fourth woman has straight blonde hair, wearing a black dress with a white spotted pattern. The backdrop behind them is white and covered with sponsor logos in blue, green, black, and orange.

We had a brilliant time at the North East Charity Awards ✨

Unfolding Theatre was proud to be shortlisted for Small Charity of the Year. Congrats to Cornerstone Benwell on the win πŸ‘

Wonderful to see so much inspiring work making lives better across the North East.

15.09.2025 13:41 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Calling all dragons…catch us at The Tute!

πŸ—“οΈSaturday the 4th of October
⏰ 1:30pm
πŸ“The Tute, Cambois

Tickets to the performance are free but donations are appreciated.

Book your free ticket now at the link in our bio.

#communitytheatre #herebedragons Β #unfoldingtheatre #familyfun #blythcreative

09.09.2025 15:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A young girl smiles at the camera and holds a cardboard set of starry glasses up to her face, She wears a rainbow t-shirt.

A young girl smiles at the camera and holds a cardboard set of starry glasses up to her face, She wears a rainbow t-shirt.

North East Deaf Youth Theatre is back this Saturday!Β 

πŸ“ Gosforth Civic Theatre
πŸ•€ 9.30 - 11.30am (third Saturday of the month)
Free sessions for Deaf children aged 5–12

https://www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/whatson/2025/1/18/north-east-deaf-youth-theatre-january-workshop-jxk6h-sr2zj-pwel3-lre52-zrlle

08.09.2025 09:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸͺ΄ Ready to let your imagination grow?

Not long to go until the return of East End Story Makers!

πŸ—“οΈ Weekly from Wednesday the 17th September
πŸ“ The Lighthouse Project, Byker
⏰4:30-6pm

Find more information on our website.

#youththeatre #letscreate #unfoldingtheatre #grow #storymaker

02.09.2025 08:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A young female performer stands on stage and looks upwards, whilst clutching a box. She wears a green hat and coat and a yellow scarf.

A young female performer stands on stage and looks upwards, whilst clutching a box. She wears a green hat and coat and a yellow scarf.

Here Be Dragons is headed to Cowgate, Newcastle this autumn! πŸ‚

πŸ“… Monday 6th October
πŸ•œ 4pm
🏟️ The Cowshed, Newcastle, NE5 3UT
🎟️Pay as you Decide 

Book your free tickets here: https://www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/here-be-dragons

01.09.2025 09:31 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exciting news…NE Deaf Youth theatre is back!Β 

πŸ—“οΈSaturday the 13th of September
⏰9:30-11:30am
@gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk

Interested in learning more about these sessions? Check the link in our bio.Β 

#northeastdeafyouththeatre #letscreate #newcastleupontyne #youngpeoplestheatre #inclusivetheatre

26.08.2025 08:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨Last call for tickets! Join us at the next #NorthEastCultureSocial 

πŸ—“οΈWednesday 17th September
πŸ“ Newcastle City Library
πŸ•œ 2:30-4:30pm

If you have purchased a ticket and are no longer able to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can reallocate.

#NECultureSocial Β #LetsCreate

19.08.2025 08:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Kay Greyson – rapper and hip-hop artist – joins the #NorthEastCultureSocial stage next month.

Kay will perform, and share her thoughts on artist development, ambition, and the role Newcastle City plays in shaping this.

https://www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/whatson/2025/7/15/north-east-culture-social

14.08.2025 08:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today have welcomed our new Theatre Production and Marketing intern Fay Rose Carrington. Fay has just graduated from @newcastleuni.bsky.socialΒ  with a BA in English Literature and History and is excited to start her new chapter with us!

#NorthEastTheatre #UnfoldingTheatre #WeAreNCL

09.08.2025 08:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Unfolding Theatre is delighted to announce it has joined the North East Create Growth programme. With Creative UK, we will be taking part in workshops and meeting other brilliant businesses to learn more about how we can grow and prepare for investment.

#letscreate #CreativeUK #InvestInCreativity

30.07.2025 11:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Unfolding Nights is back! Join us at Northern Stage on Thursday 16th October from 6:00-7:30PM for an evening of conversation and plenty of laughter! This is an audience co-creation event that lets you have a say in what happens next with our show Here Be Dragons.Β 

#letscreate#herebedragons

29.07.2025 11:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Top half features red background with large white text that reads β€œJOIN OUR COMMUNITY.” Below it is a search-style bar displaying β€œunfoldingtheatre.co.uk.” Smaller white text invites users to subscribe to a monthly newsletter for the latest news. The bottom half shows a photo of an outdoor wooden sign that reads β€œTHE UNFOLDING THEATRE” in red letters with light bulbs, set against a backdrop of green trees.

We send a monthly newsletter, if you'd like to sign up to hear our latest news, you can do so here: http://eepurl.com/dukejb

10.07.2025 07:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Pao - a young person with black hair and wearing a black leather jacket, white shirt and white jumper with motif - smiles at the camera. She is sitting in an interior office space with a poster behind her, which is framed.

Pao - a young person with black hair and wearing a black leather jacket, white shirt and white jumper with motif - smiles at the camera. She is sitting in an interior office space with a poster behind her, which is framed.

Meet Pao – our new Community Champion for #CowgateYoungTheatreMakers!

Pao brings two years’ experience as a Youth Worker with Projects4Change and joins us as part of our new Community Champions initiative, helping us extend our work with communities.

08.07.2025 08:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Unfolding Theatre attends Youth Theatre Together Conference | Unfolding Theatre Unfolding Theatre Company Producer Midge Ryall reflects on her attendance at the Youth Theatre Together Conference in June.

Last month, our Company Producer Midge Ryall attended the #YouthTheatreTogether Conference at @contactmcr.bsky.social.

To read Midge's reflections on the day, head to our blog: www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/articles/202...

#youththeatre #arts #culture

07.07.2025 09:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Annual Workforce Survey 2024/25 | Unfolding Theatre Every year we send out a survey to collect feedback and data from our staff, freelancers, trustees and volunteers. We know a lot of freelancers are familiar with (bored by??!) these survey requests. S...

Every year we send out a survey to collect feedback from our staff, freelancers, trustees and volunteers.

It matters to us that we share back the difference their feedback has made - read more over on the blog. www.unfoldingtheatre.co.uk/articles/202...

#StaffSurvey #WorkplaceCulture

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