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.

We’re delighted to announce new performing arts groups in Northumberland!

For people with a learning disability and autistic people


Youth Theatre in Morpeth
After-school sessions for young people aged 10–19. Explore drama, storytelling and performance, develop creative skills, make friends and create your own plays.


Performing Arts Academy at Alnwick Playhouse
For people aged 16+. Work with experienced theatre practitioners to develop skills in writing, acting and directing. Create original plays and perform live at Alnwick Playhouse.


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What's On 

Upcoming performances and events

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gigs and club nights

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Band and DJ academies

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30 September 2026
Team Twisting Ducks raise £2,135 at the 2026 AJ Bell Great North Run! Six dedicated supporters, Cat, Sonia, Jane, Jo, Connor and Mish, took on the challenge of the 2026 AJ Bell Great North Run on Sunday 13 September 2026. Together, they ran the 13.1-mile route from Newcastle to South Shields and raised an incredible £2,135 to support the work of The Twisting Ducks. We’d like to say a huge thank you to all six runners, as well as everyone who sponsored them and helped them reach this fantastic total! Every pound raised will support our work across Tyne and Wear and Northumberland, creating opportunities for people with a learning disability and autistic people to express themselves creatively, develop skills and social connections, and achieve their aspirations as performers, musicians and DJs. Thank you, Team Twisting Ducks! 💚 Are you interested in joining Team Twisting Ducks at the 2027 Great North Run? Join our mailing list to find out when you can secure your place .
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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.