Spring Update from TTOH’s CEO, Jonathan Higgins, Chief Executive As we move into spring at Tyne Theatre & Opera House, I’m delighted to reflect on a period of real momentum for our organisation — one marked by growth, ambition and an ever‑expanding connection with our community. A Busy and Exciting Programme Our What’s On...Read More
Opportunity: Non‑Executive Director (Voluntary) Help shape the future of one of the UK’s most historic theatres. Tyne Theatre & Opera House Ltd is seeking to appoint a new Non‑Executive Director to the Board of the theatre’s operating company. The postholder will help guide the strategic future of one of Newcastle’s most treasured cultural institutions. Built...Read More
Tyne Theatre & Opera House is getting ready to welcome Breakin’ Convention Tour 2026 to Newcastle – bringing an electrifying celebration of hip hop dance theatre, culture and creativity. More than just a performance, this is an event that will fill the venue with energy from the moment audiences arrive, with live activity in the...Read More
Are you a tenor, baritone or bass with a love of singing? We need you! Tyne Theatre Voices (TTV) is an accessible adult community choir, open to all abilities. Having launched in September 2025, we’re on the lookout for more male voices to join us from January 2026. If you’re a tenor, baritone or bass and love...Read More
Spring 2026 What’s On Guide: now live Our Spring 2026 What’s On Guide has landed — and it’s packed. Following a record-breaking year for the theatre in 2025, we’re excited to build on that momentum in 2026 with more shows than ever and an even wider mix across our programme. Whether you’re planning a big...Read More
The Tyne Theatre and Opera House was filled with festive warmth and community spirit as Tyne Theatre Voices, the theatre’s brand-new Community Choir, took to the iconic stage for its inaugural Christmas Concert. The performance, which will now become a centrepiece of the venue’s festive programme, brought together a beautiful mix of seasonal favourites. Traditional...Read More
Autumn Update from Jonathan Higgins, CEO of Tyne Theatre and Opera House As we move into the final months of 2025, there’s a real sense of excitement and momentum at the Tyne Theatre and Opera House. The past year has been one of growth, renewal and creativity – and our programme for the remainder of...Read More
Your chance to play ‘Cinderella’ in this year’s magical Christmas panto! Tyne Theatre & Opera House and pantomime production partners Enchanted Entertainment are on the lookout for a local actress aged 18+ from the North East to play the lead role of Cinderella and perform alongside their all-star cast, including panto regulars and hilarious Geordie...Read More
The Tyne Theatre & Opera House is delighted to announce the appointment of Stephen Waller as the Choir Director for our newly launched community choir, Tyne Theatre Voices. As well-respected figure in the North East’s music education and choral community, Stephen brings a wealth of experience to the role, having spent over a decade as...Read More
Tyne Theatre Productions announce The Spongebob Musical Tyne Theatre Productions, based at Newcastle’s Tyne Theatre & Opera House, have announced their 2026 production which will take place at the Grade I listed venue during February half-term 2026. The Spongebob Musical, an exciting new musical based on the beloved animated series, will be performed at the...Read More
The Tyne Theatre & Opera House has announced a new community choir that will be launching in September 2025. Tyne Theatre Voices (TTV) is an accessible adult community choir, open to all abilities. With an aim of “bringing the joy of singing to all”, the choir will explore a varied repertoire of classical and contemporary...Read More
The Tyne Theatre & Opera House is excited to be expanding its youth theatre company with a vision of ‘fostering creativity, community and excellence in the arts’. Tyne Youth Company (TYC), originally founded in 2023, is open to young people ages 7-17. Members will attend weekly sessions to learn and develop skills in acting, dancing...Read More
Please note: the 1867 Cafe Bar & Box Office has now reopened. 1867 Cafe & Box Office temporarily closed following break-in The Tyne Theatre & Opera House is devastated to report a break-in that occurred in the early hours of Saturday 21 June, as staff were preparing the venue for a weekend of performances by...Read More
We are pleased to announce we have completed emergency lighting upgrades to our building. This work was made possible with a grant of £5000 from Theatres Trust Small Grants Programme supported by The Linbury Trust in 2024. The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Preservation Trust matched this by investing another £5000 in the repairs. New...Read More
Tyne Theatre & Opera House secure National Lottery funding to restore traditional seating in Gallery. The Tyne Theatre & Opera House, a Grade 1 listed Victorian theatre in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, has been awarded £247,500 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with match funding provided by the Tyne Theatre and Opera House...Read More
Tyne Theatre & Opera House secure funding for ‘Grand Saloon’ project The Tyne Theatre and Opera House have secured £0.5m funding, as part of Creative Central NCL, a project funded by the North East Combined Authority and Newcastle City Council to develop creativity and culture in the city. The Tyne Theatre and Opera House will...Read More
Tyne Theatre & Opera House volunteers receive Heritage Heroes Award A group of research volunteers at Grade I listed Newcastle theatre, Tyne Theatre & Opera House (TT&OH), have been nationally recognised for their service to the UK’s heritage sector. The Heritage Heroes Awards are the Heritage Alliance’s celebration of the outstanding contribution Britain’s heritage volunteers...Read More
Northern Architectural History lecture Over the last 12 months, work has started on planning a major restoration of the Tyne Theatre & Opera House. In consequence, the architectural genealogy of this Grade I listed building has been finally unravelled. Join the Northern Architectural History Society and theatre consultant, David Wilmore, to hear about the architectural...Read More
We’re proud to announce that our Performance Calendar Database is now live on on our website. The database is a catalogue of every performance during the theatre’s first incarnation under that name, from 23 September 1867 to 1 March 1919. This was the heyday of touring theatre and opera companies, many of whom made the...Read More
Volunteer Call Out Tyne Theatre & Opera House is looking for volunteers for an exciting new project “The Drury Lane of the North” which will explore traditional stagecraft and the history of performance during the nineteenth century. Performance Calendar Research Volunteers Are you interested in local history and research? We are creating a performance database...Read More
Would you like to help us complete a calendar of performances at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House during its first heyday from 1867 to 1919? Then join our team of volunteers! Experience of Excel would be useful but not necessary. We need just a day or two of your time in September and October...Read More
