A North East that writes its own story and fights for a more creative future.
Live Theatre is one of England’s only venues outside of London dedicated exclusively to new work. Having launched and supported many of the country’s leading playwrights, Live now has a global reputation for its original, bold and deeply authentic productions rooted in the soil of the North East. From developing the creative voices of schoolchildren through to showcasing top world talent on our stage, Live Theatre’s mission is:
To unearth the rich and unexpected narratives of our region
To nurture creativity and bring passionate ideas to life
To be a space that unites people and ignites imaginations
Based on the Quayside in central Newcastle, Live Theatre is made up of a stunningly characterful main theatre, an adaptable studio space, a series of writing and rehearsal rooms, an atmospheric bar and the Lives Tales creative writing centre. We are known for our innovative business model, managing properties and enterprises in our immediate area to help funnel investment into artists and new work. In everything we do our values remain:
Care for our people, communities and environment
Integrity in our ethical, authentic way of working
Adventure in our pursuit of the new, the surprising and the unknown
Openness to new people, influences and possibilities
