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

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gigs and club nights

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Band and DJ academies

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Love is in the air: Fresh club night returns in February with a Valentine's special

8 January 2026
Fresh returns on Thursday 5th February 2026 with Fresh Club Night: The Valentine’s Remix Join us for a fun, friendly, and welcoming night, where our DJs will spin a playlist of great ballads and all your favourite love songs. Whether you come with friends, a partner or on your own, everyone is invited to feel the love on the dancefloor. Expect a relaxed atmosphere, big sing-along moments, and plenty of chances to have a great time together. Optional dress code: Wear red or pink if you can, we’d love to fill the room with Valentine’s colours! Let’s celebrate love, friendship and good music ❤️ Fresh is an inclusive club night run by DJs with a learning disability and autistic DJs since 1998. It’s a welcoming, supportive night out for adults with a learning disability, autistic people, and their friends, families and carers. Event details: Fresh Club Night: The Valentine’s Remix Thursday 5th February 2026, 6.30pm - 10.30pm Venue: World Headquarters, Curtis Mayfield House, Carliol Square, East, Newcastle NE1 6UF For people aged 18+ Click to find out more
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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.