Unfolding Theatre Company Producer Midge Ryall reflects on her attendance at the Youth Theatre Together Conference in June.
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Every year we send out a survey to collect feedback and data from our staff, freelancers, trustees and volunteers. We know a lot of freelancers are familiar with (bored by??!) these survey requests. So it matters to us that we share back the difference their feedback has made. It also matters to us to share how the data they've contributed to is helping us understand the demographics of our workforce and where we need to do better.
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Reflections from Elijah Young on the most recent North East Culture Social held on Alphabetti Theatre on Wednesday 18th July 2025
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What does leadership in theatre really look like? In this piece, Annie Rigby, Artistic Director & Chief Executive of Unfolding Theatre, reflects on why spending time in the company’s youth groups - playing games, crafting, and listening - isn’t a distraction from leadership, but central to it. Through real encounters with young people, she makes the case for why youth theatre deserves to be seen, valued, and taken seriously.
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As the year draws to a close, we're looking back on 2024—a year of creativity, connection, and growth for Unfolding Theatre.
Here are just a few highlights from an exciting 12 months…
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For National Work Life Week, we reflect on some of the flexible working approaches we adopt here at Unfolding Theatre.
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We are delighted to announce Unfolding Theatre has received generous funding from the Garfield Weston Foundation to support the creation and delivery of our brand-new family production, Here Be Dragons!
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Unfolding Theatre was founded 15 years ago with the mission of bringing people together.
This week, for the first time in our history, we have cancelled a young people’s activity because of the risks posed by a far right protest planned in the area.
The group is a glorious reflection of the diversity of our local communities. To tell you a bit about them, they love decorating biscuits in the style of gingerbread Taylor Swifts, performing Shakespeare and making music. They are planning to make a show that celebrates the international connections and cultures held within the group.
We are really sad not to be taking them on a trip this weekend. However, their safety and happiness is our priority.
We’re delighted to share the journey of The Curious Visitor at Cragside Primary School, made possible by the generous support of Arts Council England and North of Tyne Combined Authority.
Imagine a whole year of exploration as Alex Elliott, our Curious Visitor captured the ebb and flow of school life.
Observe the changing seasons through The Curious Visitor’s keen eyes and ears, and marvel at the diverse rhythms of Cragside Primary – from bustling energy to serene quiet moments. Nature, music, children, grown-ups, and even pigeons became integral parts of this enthralling project.
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What would it take to make the North East the best place to be a disabled cultural worker? This question was at the heart of the recent North East Culture Social at ARC Stockton. Annie Rigby reflects on the event and the conversations had.
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Go behind -the-scenes of Unfolding Theatre's latest show, Night Classes, as co-writer Lisette Auton shares her raw reflections on the beauty of interdependence and the challenges of asking for help.
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Vici Wreford-Sinnott - Access Dramaturg for Night Classes - shines a spotlight on development on the show and what audiences can expect when it premieres this week at Arc Stockton.
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Night Classes co-writer Becci Sharrock reflects on the development of new Unfolding Theatre show, Night Classes.
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Ahead of its premiere at ARC Stockton, Artistic Director Annie Rigby introduces the show Night Classes, its themes and what to expect.
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2023 has been nothing short of amazing for Unfolding Theatre, and we're delighted to share some of our best moments with you in this article.
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'Tis the season for giving, and at Unfolding Theatre, we're excited to share a hassle-free way for you to support our cause effortlessly.
This holiday season and beyond, turn your shopping into an opportunity to make a positive impact on the arts. Unfolding Theatre is now a featured cause on easyfundraising.org.uk, a platform designed to turn your online purchases into support for the causes you care about.
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A note from Artistic Director Annie Rigby after the North East Culture Awards ceremony, held on Wednesday 13th December 2023.
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Ahead of the North East Culture Awards 2023 ceremony on Wednesday 13th December 2023, Artistic Director Annie Rigby reflects on the process of developing A Street Like This with community members in Sunderland, and the possibilities that open up when people come together.
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Award-winning playwright and radio dramatist, Alison Carr reflects on the process of writing Unfolding Theatre’s new show; A Street Like This.
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