02/08/2023
Frankenstein ticket link for The Dovecote Centre!
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29/07/2023
This evening’s performance of Frankenstein at The City Theatre is SOLD OUT!
25/07/2023
Team Frankenstein enjoying a glass of wine after our tech for Durham Fringe today!
24/07/2023
Come catch us at The Durham Fringe this week! 27th and 29th at The City Theatre at 8.15pm!
11/07/2023
Frankenstein Tour Schedule for this Autumn!
04/07/2023
Just been to see our venue for Frankenstein at The Durham Fringe and we’re very excited!
07/06/2023
Cast announcement! Michelle Bayly, Philip Harrison and Louis Roberts will be taking Frankenstein to The Durham Fringe and then on tour in Autumn!
06/06/2023
Some production shots from our upcoming show, Frankenstein! Watch this space for tour dates and venues!
03/06/2023
We are delighted to announce that we have received funding from Arts Council England towards our upcoming production of Frankenstein! Watch this space for more details!
20/05/2023
Tickets on sale now! 27th and 29th of July, 8.15pm at the City Theatre!
https://durhamfringe.co.uk/events/frankenstein/
17/05/2023
Frankenstein!
05/05/2023
We had an amazing time premiering Frankenstein at Duns Playfest! Thanks to everyone who came along and supported us!
20/04/2023
Before heading up to Duns Playfest on the 3rd of May, we’ll be doing a special preview performance of Frankenstein at The Dovecote Centre in Amble on Tuesday the 2nd at 7pm!
Follow the link to book your tickets!
A preview of our upcoming Autumn tour. Performed in NTC’s fast paced and physical style. We bring to you a monster that can rival Dracula.
17/04/2023
Day one of rehearsals for Frankenstein done and we’ve already had some interesting ideas…
19/03/2023
Great day of RnD on Frankenstein! Can’t wait to share it with you you all soon!
08/03/2023
Happy International Women’s Day from all of us here at NTC!
02/03/2023
Happy World Book Day everyone!
25/02/2023
Hello all,
We’re very sad to say that we’ve been hit with more vandalism at The Dovecote Centre and we could really use your help.
We’d been busy getting the building all set to start showing movies again and host more events for the community. We’d also been working with Amble Youth Project to clear the rear of the building and once again make our outside space usable for events and groups.
In the process of doing this, sadly what we thought was another bit of storm damage to the roof has turned out to be not only vandalism but theft too - some delightful individuals have decided to rip out a significant portion of lead from our roof that runs along some of the gulleys and around our chimneys.
We’ve been talking to both our insurance and the police, and any help you could give us in the meantime would be hugely appreciated, whether that be support, information or a donation using the button at the bottom of this post.
We’re a registered charity and we aren’t fully funded, meaning that time spent dealing with issues like this is time that we could be using to fundraise to continue what we do!
If anyone has any information regarding this, please do get in touch, even anonymously, as any help with this will really assist both ourselves and the police in their investigation whilst we go through our CCTV records.
Thanks everyone,
The NTC Team
24/02/2023
Huge thanks to everyone who came along today for our reading of The Gruffalo at Alnwick Story Fest, we had a great time. And thank you to all of our volunteers who jumped up onstage in front of a packed theatre, including young Theo Dunn who made a fantastic fox (and is now apparently thinking of a career in performing arts!)
24/02/2023
A fun morning with The Gruffalo today at Alnwick Story Fest!
01/02/2023
Final poster design for our upcoming production of Frankenstein! More details to follow soon!
19/01/2023
We’re delighted to announce we’ll be taking part in this fab event! So, if you’re a big fan of The Gruffalo… you might want to take a look!
Want to make new friends? Be part of a dynamic festival team? Have fun? Why not volunteer at the inspiring Alnwick Story Fest this February 24-26th 2023?
18/01/2023
Coming soon…more details to follow…
18/01/2023
A huge thank you to all that came to see The Wind in the Willows over the festive period.
Over 35 performances and 2000 audience members.
And thank you to our tremendous cast - Philip, Sean, Dean, Adam and Jake - your hard work and dedication in the face of snow, icy roads, 4 hour drives to Scotland, sickness bugs, upstairs get ins and wind and rain was remarkable, and you made a lot of people smile over the 9 weeks you were on the road!
A huge thank you to Adam (again) for your wonderful, catchy songs and to Lucy for your atmospheric and bubbly music.
Also thank you to Michelle for all of your help as assistant director!
We’ve got some exciting news about upcoming projects that we’ll be sharing over the next few days so keep an eye out!
12/01/2023
You’ve only got 4 more chances to catch The Wind in the Willows this week! Etal VH this evening at 6pm, Soulby VH tomorrow at 6.30pm, Dinnington VH on Saturday at 7pm and then finishing off at The Dovecote Centre in Amble on Sunday at 6pm!
25/12/2022
Merry Christmas from all of us here at NTC!
22/12/2022
Yet more amazing feedback from “A Christmas Carol”. You’ve only got two more chances to catch it! Get on it!
20/12/2022
“Overall, the performance was the perfect mix of emotion and humour.”
Lovely review from The Chronicle for “A Christmas Carol” at Alderman Fenwicks House in Newcastle!
Alderman Fenwick's House played host to a superb retelling of Dicken's most celebrated work
19/12/2022
The very talented ‘The Wind in the Willows’ cast continue to get fantastic feedback on tour! Catch it while you can!
15/12/2022
Some of the wonderful feedback so far from our fantastic audiences for “A Christmas Carol” running at Alderman Fenwicks House until Christmas Eve!
14/12/2022
Some lovely production shots from “A Christmas Carol” running at Alderman Fenwicks House until Christmas Eve!
12/12/2022
Opening night of “A Christmas Carol” done! Wonderful audience and a standing ovation!
05/12/2022
First day of Christmas Carol rehearsals done!
03/12/2022
We think our audiences are having nearly as much fun as Ratty and Badger this Christmas!
03/12/2022
More fantastic feedback from The Wind in the Willows tour! Get yourself along!
02/12/2022
Also… here’s our cast for A Christmas Carol! At Alderman Fenwicks House in Newcastle from the 13th - 24th of December! Louis Roberts, Nathan McGowran and Melanie Dagg!
Limited tickets left available at:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dickens-by-candlelight-a-christmas-carol-tickets-408111431277?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
02/12/2022
One last production meeting in our swanky venue before rehearsals for A Christmas Carol begin!
30/11/2022
If you’re in the Northumberland area and fancy watching a lovely piece of theatre with fab visuals, loop pedals and plenty of action then go catch our friends Curious Monkey with their new piece “The devil danced in our eyes” at Alnwick Playhouse today and tomorrow.
Jamie’s 15 and he lives in Rotherham with his mum. Since Granda Frank died she’s stopped coming out of her room and each time Jamie sees her she’s different – one day like a child, the next like a monster; sometimes the awesome mum he’s always known.
23/11/2022
Some wonderful feedback from Amble Links First School after our performance of Wind in the Willows today!
19/11/2022
Some of the lovely feedback from our audiences on our first week on the road with The Wind in the Willows!
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Another show announcement! The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame, adapted by Louis Roberts. Touring 25th November – 8th January “Beyond the Wild Wood comes the Wide World!” In this classic tale we follow Mole, who ventures forth from the comfort of his underground home to explore the outside world. There he meets Ratty and their relationship blossoms into a heart-warming friendship as they embark on adventures together and meet other characters such as Badger and Toad! Suitable for children and families of all ages, this version will be updated and adapted by NTC and performed with warmth and humour with live music, songs, plenty of laughs and uplifting and joyous moments. Show runtime: 35 minutes each half with a 15/20 minute interval (official artwork to follow soon!)
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Good morning all!
We hope you’ve all had a tremendous weekend and that your Monday is off to a smashing start!
Just a bit of news regarding our audition day on the 28th of March.
Firstly all slots are now full! Thank you to everyone that got in touch, we were a bit overwhelmed at just how many of you applied. There’s every chance that we’ll be hosting another audition day this year so please do keep an eye out on our social media and website.
Secondly, to all of you that have received an invitation to audition, emails will be sent out with more details but just to let you all know the audition venue has changed. Auditions will now be held at Gateway Studios, High Street, Gateshead, NE8 1EP.
Cheers folks!
We hope you’ve all had a tremendous weekend and that your Monday is off to a smashing start!
Just a bit of news regarding our audition day on the 28th of March.
Firstly all slots are now full! Thank you to everyone that got in touch, we were a bit overwhelmed at just how many of you applied. There’s every chance that we’ll be hosting another audition day this year so please do keep an eye out on our social media and website.
Secondly, to all of you that have received an invitation to audition, emails will be sent out with more details but just to let you all know the audition venue has changed. Auditions will now be held at Gateway Studios, High Street, Gateshead, NE8 1EP.
Cheers folks!
CASTING CALL!
NTC are casting for our upcoming productions of Macbeth and The Wind in the Willows.
Auditions will be taking place on Monday the 28th of March at the Gateway Studios, High St, Gateshead NE8 1EP.
Both shows are full time positions and paid (minimum £375 a week) and accommodation will be provided throughout at our base in Amble. Full details of the shows and dates can be found below.
If you are interested in auditioning for either production, please send an email to: [email protected] with an up to date CV and a little background on your experience.
Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted by Chris Connaughton.
Rehearsing from the 8th of August and touring until the 9th of October.
“By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.”
This all female, 3 hander version of the well known (and very gruesome) Shakespeare classic will tour to theatres, community venues, village halls and schools this Autumn.
Adapted by writer and director Chris Connaughton and directed by NTC Artistic Director Louis Roberts, this will be a streamlined version of the original piece and performed in NTC’s unique, fast paced and extremely physical style. The show will feature original music and will largely be told from the perspective of the witches. Exploring ideas of manipulation through the media and other external forces, the show will include all of the grim, gory and grisly elements that everyone loves and expects from the tale of Macbeth. Perfect for those not particularly familiar with Shakespeare’s work and die hard fans alike.
Show runtime: 40 minutes each half with a 15 minute interval (or quick 5 minute interval if a schools performance).
The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame, adapted by Louis Roberts - Rehearsing from 7th of November and touring until the 8th of January 2023.
“Beyond the Wild Wood comes the Wide World!”
In this classic tale we follow Mole, who ventures forth from the comfort of his underground home to explore the outside world. There he meets Ratty and their relationship blossoms into a heartwarming friendship as they embark on adventures together and meet other characters such as Badger and Toad! Suitable for children and families of all ages, this version will be adapted by NTC and performed in our usual fast paced, physical style with live music, song, plenty of laughs and uplifting and joyous moments.
Show runtime: 35 minutes each half with a 15/20 minute interval
NTC are casting for our upcoming productions of Macbeth and The Wind in the Willows.
Auditions will be taking place on Monday the 28th of March at the Gateway Studios, High St, Gateshead NE8 1EP.
Both shows are full time positions and paid (minimum £375 a week) and accommodation will be provided throughout at our base in Amble. Full details of the shows and dates can be found below.
If you are interested in auditioning for either production, please send an email to: [email protected] with an up to date CV and a little background on your experience.
Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted by Chris Connaughton.
Rehearsing from the 8th of August and touring until the 9th of October.
“By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.”
This all female, 3 hander version of the well known (and very gruesome) Shakespeare classic will tour to theatres, community venues, village halls and schools this Autumn.
Adapted by writer and director Chris Connaughton and directed by NTC Artistic Director Louis Roberts, this will be a streamlined version of the original piece and performed in NTC’s unique, fast paced and extremely physical style. The show will feature original music and will largely be told from the perspective of the witches. Exploring ideas of manipulation through the media and other external forces, the show will include all of the grim, gory and grisly elements that everyone loves and expects from the tale of Macbeth. Perfect for those not particularly familiar with Shakespeare’s work and die hard fans alike.
Show runtime: 40 minutes each half with a 15 minute interval (or quick 5 minute interval if a schools performance).
The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame, adapted by Louis Roberts - Rehearsing from 7th of November and touring until the 8th of January 2023.
“Beyond the Wild Wood comes the Wide World!”
In this classic tale we follow Mole, who ventures forth from the comfort of his underground home to explore the outside world. There he meets Ratty and their relationship blossoms into a heartwarming friendship as they embark on adventures together and meet other characters such as Badger and Toad! Suitable for children and families of all ages, this version will be adapted by NTC and performed in our usual fast paced, physical style with live music, song, plenty of laughs and uplifting and joyous moments.
Show runtime: 35 minutes each half with a 15/20 minute interval
Touring this Autumn (September/October)
Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted by Chris Connaughton.
“By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.”
This all female, 3 hander version of the well known (and very gruesome) Shakespeare classic will tour to theatres, community venues, village halls and schools this Autumn.
Adapted by writer and director Chris Connaughton and directed by NTC Associate Director Alice Byrne, this will be a streamlined version of the original piece and performed in NTC’s unique, fast paced and extremely physical style. The show will feature original music and will largely be told from the perspective of the witches. Exploring ideas of manipulation through the media and other external forces, the show will include all of the grim, gory and grisly elements that everyone loves and expects from the tale of Macbeth. Perfect for those not particularly familiar with Shakespeare’s work and die hard fans alike.
Show runtime: 40 minutes each half with a 15 minute interval (or quick 5 minute interval if a schools performance).
Auditions will be held in late March/early April.
More details to follow!
Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted by Chris Connaughton.
“By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.”
This all female, 3 hander version of the well known (and very gruesome) Shakespeare classic will tour to theatres, community venues, village halls and schools this Autumn.
Adapted by writer and director Chris Connaughton and directed by NTC Associate Director Alice Byrne, this will be a streamlined version of the original piece and performed in NTC’s unique, fast paced and extremely physical style. The show will feature original music and will largely be told from the perspective of the witches. Exploring ideas of manipulation through the media and other external forces, the show will include all of the grim, gory and grisly elements that everyone loves and expects from the tale of Macbeth. Perfect for those not particularly familiar with Shakespeare’s work and die hard fans alike.
Show runtime: 40 minutes each half with a 15 minute interval (or quick 5 minute interval if a schools performance).
Auditions will be held in late March/early April.
More details to follow!
If you jump to the 1 hour and 17 minute mark you can hear our Artistic Director Louis and our Chair Sue talking about NTC and what’s been going on at the company!
Any schools who are studying Macbeth we are touring a show in September/October. If you would like to book a performance, please give us a message or email [email protected] for further information
Exciting news!
NTC are looking for people to join our board of trustees!
What we are looking for?
If you are passionate about the performing arts, community and heritage and keen to help us diversify and expand as an organisation then we would very much like to hear from you. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can make a strong contribution and are particularly interested in
– Individuals with board experience and understanding of arts organisations who can help us work towards becoming a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England
– People with experience of business, finance, law and management
– Artists from disciplines other than theatre to help us spread the range of creative activity and champion the range of artistic issues that matter to us
– Encouraging people with lived experiences of ethnic diversity
NTC Touring Theatre Company Ltd is proud to be a culturally rich and diverse organisation and welcomes applications from all, irrespective of colour, race, s*x, religion, s*xual orientation, disability, age and background.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in becoming a trustee of NTC Touring Theatre Company Ltd please email our Artistic Director, Louis Roberts at:
[email protected] and tell us why you would like to join our board and how your experience could help us realise our vision. A short CV would be helpful!
NTC are looking for people to join our board of trustees!
What we are looking for?
If you are passionate about the performing arts, community and heritage and keen to help us diversify and expand as an organisation then we would very much like to hear from you. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can make a strong contribution and are particularly interested in
– Individuals with board experience and understanding of arts organisations who can help us work towards becoming a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England
– People with experience of business, finance, law and management
– Artists from disciplines other than theatre to help us spread the range of creative activity and champion the range of artistic issues that matter to us
– Encouraging people with lived experiences of ethnic diversity
NTC Touring Theatre Company Ltd is proud to be a culturally rich and diverse organisation and welcomes applications from all, irrespective of colour, race, s*x, religion, s*xual orientation, disability, age and background.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in becoming a trustee of NTC Touring Theatre Company Ltd please email our Artistic Director, Louis Roberts at:
[email protected] and tell us why you would like to join our board and how your experience could help us realise our vision. A short CV would be helpful!
Another show announcement!
The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame, adapted by Louis Roberts.
Touring 25th November – 8th January
“Beyond the Wild Wood comes the Wide World!”
In this classic tale we follow Mole, who ventures forth from the comfort of his underground home to explore the outside world. There he meets Ratty and their relationship blossoms into a heart-warming friendship as they embark on adventures together and meet other characters such as Badger and Toad! Suitable for children and families of all ages, this version will be updated and adapted by NTC and performed with warmth and humour with live music, songs, plenty of laughs and uplifting and joyous moments.
Show runtime: 35 minutes each half with a 15/20 minute interval
(official artwork to follow soon!)
The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame, adapted by Louis Roberts.
Touring 25th November – 8th January
“Beyond the Wild Wood comes the Wide World!”
In this classic tale we follow Mole, who ventures forth from the comfort of his underground home to explore the outside world. There he meets Ratty and their relationship blossoms into a heart-warming friendship as they embark on adventures together and meet other characters such as Badger and Toad! Suitable for children and families of all ages, this version will be updated and adapted by NTC and performed with warmth and humour with live music, songs, plenty of laughs and uplifting and joyous moments.
Show runtime: 35 minutes each half with a 15/20 minute interval
(official artwork to follow soon!)
In November of last year, we had a pretty solid idea of what our programme for 2022 was going to look like...normally we tour 3 shows annually, however fate, the weather and ongoing repairs to our venue have left us without a rehearsal space until May so it's looking like our Spring tour may not go ahead...BUT we won't dwell on that and we thought we'd tell you what is definitely happening this Autumn...
“By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.”
Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted by Chris Connaughton.
This all female, 3 hander version of the well known (and very gruesome) Shakespeare classic will tour to theatres, community venues, village halls and schools this Autumn.
Adapted by writer and director Chris Connaughton and directed by NTC Artistic Director Louis Roberts, this will be a streamlined and very physical version of the original piece and performed in NTC’s unique, fast paced and extremely physical style. The show will feature original music and will largely be told from the perspective of the witches. Exploring ideas of manipulation through the media and other external forces, the show will include all of the grim, gory and grisly elements that everyone loves and expects from the tale of Macbeth. Perfect for those not particularly familiar with Shakespeare’s work and die hard fans alike.
Show runtime: Around 40 minutes each half with a 15 minute interval (or quick 5 minute interval if a schools performance).
For more information on booking the show, you can contact our tours administrator Natalie Barnes on: [email protected]
“By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.”
Macbeth by William Shakespeare, adapted by Chris Connaughton.
This all female, 3 hander version of the well known (and very gruesome) Shakespeare classic will tour to theatres, community venues, village halls and schools this Autumn.
Adapted by writer and director Chris Connaughton and directed by NTC Artistic Director Louis Roberts, this will be a streamlined and very physical version of the original piece and performed in NTC’s unique, fast paced and extremely physical style. The show will feature original music and will largely be told from the perspective of the witches. Exploring ideas of manipulation through the media and other external forces, the show will include all of the grim, gory and grisly elements that everyone loves and expects from the tale of Macbeth. Perfect for those not particularly familiar with Shakespeare’s work and die hard fans alike.
Show runtime: Around 40 minutes each half with a 15 minute interval (or quick 5 minute interval if a schools performance).
For more information on booking the show, you can contact our tours administrator Natalie Barnes on: [email protected]
A huge thank you to the Alice in Wonderland team for all of their hard work. You’ve all worked your socks off and made a lot of people very happy over Christmas and the new year, and thank you to our fantastic costume designer for making the show look beautiful. And last but certainly not least, a huge, huge thank you to our fantastic audiences who make us what we are!
Hello everyone, we hope you’ve had a great start to 2022!
Just to let you all know, this evenings performance of Alice in Wonderland at Corsenside Parish Hall and tomorrow’s performance at The Dovecote Centre in Amble have had to be cancelled, meaning you’ve only got one more chance to see the show this Saturday at Dinnington Village Hall at 7pm!
Get yourselves along and help us make it a cracking final show!
Just to let you all know, this evenings performance of Alice in Wonderland at Corsenside Parish Hall and tomorrow’s performance at The Dovecote Centre in Amble have had to be cancelled, meaning you’ve only got one more chance to see the show this Saturday at Dinnington Village Hall at 7pm!
Get yourselves along and help us make it a cracking final show!
The Alice gang are off to one of our regular venues, Newton Le Willows Village Hall in Bedale this evening, then Middlesbrough Town Hall tomorrow before they begin their final week of the tour! Come along and take a trip to Wonderland whilst you still have chance!
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