Don’t Get Lost in the Portal!
In 2026, Unfolding Theatre’s Byker-based theatre-makers - the East End Story Makers - co-created a new audio story trail inspired by Byker called Don’t Get Lost in the Portal!
Working together with the Unfolding Theatre team, they developed the audio script, created original artwork, and produced an immersive audio experience (available to listen to below). The audio story trail is available across Byker for everyone to access via posters which display a QR code to this webpage.
Video of Don’t Get Lost In The Portal! by East End Story Makers
Don’t Get Lost in the Portal will be officially launched at a celebratory event held at The Lighthouse Project, Byker, on Wednesday 20th May 2026 - come along to discover the creative process behind the project, enjoy a live performance from the young theatre makers and hear the stories from the local community. If you would like to come along to the event you can book a free ticket below.
Creative Team
Director
Midge Ryall
Producer
Midge Ryall & Tia Thompson
Creative Facilitators
Abigail Lawson, Harrison Rowley-Lynn, Pao Fresnillo
Writers
The East End Story Makers, Midge Ryall & Tia Thompson
Graphic designer
Wayne Gamble
Video and Sound Design
Garry Lydon
Performed by
Nina, Vicky, Bobby, Rosa, Megan, Pippa, Steven, Leon and Emmy
With thanks to Annie Rigby for supporting this project!