Tyne Youth Company is open to all abilities from ages 7-17, with weekly sessions taking place on Saturdays between 10.00am-12.30pm at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House.
TYC works with experienced facilitators and teachers to offer training and development in acting, dancing and singing. Performance opportunities include an annual headline production at the Tyne Theatre and specialist workshops through the year, as well as opportunities such as the Christmas and Easter pantomimes, and collaborations with local cultural events.
The 25/26 season starts on Saturday 13 September 2025
For an information pack and registration details, please email tyc@ttoh.uk
MEET OUR ARTISTIC TEAM
Sara Jane March (Vocal Coach) – Sara Jane has over 30 years of performing experience both on stage, as a backing singer for Boy George, and on cruise ships. She currently teaches at Side by Side Arts, and writes and performs her own shows for those with dementia across the care home sector. Sara Jane is also a trained journalist who has worked for ITN at Channel 4 News and ITV.
Dan Ellis (Drama Coach) – Dan is an active member of the Birtley Community Theatre both as a performer and director/producer and has supported their youth theatre for a number of years. He has an extensive background in youth mentoring and development and manages a busy freelance career alongside his day job as a personal trainer.
Sam Honour (Drama Coach) – An actor, playwright and facilitator, Sam has a wide experience of working across professional, fringe and amateur theatre. His plays and comedies have been shortlisted for various awards including Sky Comedy and Northern Writers; and in 2024 he was a Finalist for Live Theatre’s NE Playwriting Award.
We are a registered Arts Award centre and can offer TYC members the chance to participate in Arts Award’s unique qualifications that support children and young people to develop as artists and arts leaders.
The programme develops skills for success in 21st century life including creativity, leadership, reflective thinking and communication skills. Young people also develop knowledge and understanding of their chosen art forms.
Through Arts Award young people learn to work independently, helping them to prepare for further education and employment
