The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company

Our vision: A society that values the diversity, creativity and citizenship of people with a learning disability and autistic people.


What we do: Working with people with a learning disability and autistic people across Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, we support over 800 people a year to express themselves creatively, build social connections, and achieve aspirations as performers, musicians, and DJs.

What's On 

Upcoming performances and events

Discover our programme of performances,

gigs and club nights

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Join our groups and academies

Find out more about our Performing Arts,

Band and DJ academies

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Join Team Twisting Ducks at the 2026 Great North Run

5 May 2026
Join Team Twisting Ducks at AJ Bell Great North Run! We have limited spaces remaining for this year's Great North Run on 13th September 2026, and we'd love for you to join our team! Registration fees are already paid, all you need to do is commit to raising a minimum of £200 for The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company. Sign up to run for a great cause and help support our work, creating opportunities for people with a learning disability and autistic people across Tyne and Wear and Northumberland. To sign up, email: alex@thetwistingducks.co.uk Deadline: Friday 29th May 2026
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Spotlight on The Twisting Ducks:
Inspiring Stories & Inclusive Theatre
Hear from our partner theatres - Newcastle Theatre Royal, The Customs House, Arts Centre Washington, and Northern Stage -  as they share their thoughts on why The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company is such a valued part of their programmes and communities.