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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A person in a dark room wearing a mask with a neon skull face and a cape with neon lights
15 September 2026
Join us for fright night at Fresh
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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.