True Colours Theatre is an Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle hosting SEND theatre classes
The North East’s Fully Inclusive Theatre Company and School
You’ve found your place to be silly, make friends, dance, sing, act, and be accepted for everything that makes you, you. Your True Colours shine through, making every day at True Colours Theatre beautiful.
Like a rainbow.
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Your place is here.
You need a place where you are accepted for who you are.
A place with no judgment, no stigma, and no difference in treatment for the way you live in the world.
A place where confidence and friendships grow across abilities, ages, and complexities.
A place where your talents and strengths are not only noticed but applauded.
Your place is with us.
True Colours Theatre: An Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle offering SEND theatre classes.
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Confidence, Friends, and a Place to Belong at True Colours Theatre Company and School
An inclusive theatre school Newcastle since 2014.
Confidence Building Classes
Friends, Skills, and Thrills!
Bespoke to your child or young adult’s skills, aptitude, and interests we hold classes for all ages, skill levels, and cognitive abilities. From sensory exploration to full performance, we cater to what your student needs to build their confidence, grow their friendships, and fine-tune their ability to express themselves. Join our Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle.
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SEND School Outreach
Classes and Curriculum Delivered
Designed to work within mainstream SEND theatre classes and students, we can come to you. These specialised programs are designed to meet the needs of individual students, educators, and schools through collaboration. We can bring our Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle sessions directly into your classroom, adding imagination, creativity and confidence building to your students in the comfort of their familiar setting.
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Homeschooler Sessions
Love Your School Again
Book into our homeschool sessions and get that I Love My School feeling back. As part of our Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle community, our Well Being main lobby is a great place for students to access their school work, chill in the sensory room, chat with friends, take a recess run, and fall back in love with the social aspect of going to school. Isolation is over and school is back in session.
Available during term time.
Parents and carers must remain with students at all times.
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How to find our Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle
Whether you’re joining us for a class or coming to cheer on our performers, finding us in Wallsend is simple. We are located on Shafto Street (NE28 7AL), just a short distance from Newcastle City Centre and the Tyne Tunnel.
By Metro (Fastest Route)
The easiest way to reach us from central Newcastle is via the Tyne & Wear Metro. Take the Yellow Line from Monument or Central Station towards Whitley Bay/Coast. Hop off at Wallsend Station. From the station, we are a pleasant 15-minute walk or a very quick taxi ride away.
Walking from the Metro: Head east on High Street, pass the Wallsend Town Hall, and follow the signs toward the Howdon Hub area.
By Bus
Multiple buses run frequently from Newcastle Haymarket and Monument directly to Wallsend. The Number 22 or 40: These are great options that drop you off on High Street West or near Tynemouth Road. The Number 317: This service is particularly handy as it stops at Archer Street-Shafto Street, practically right on our doorstep!
Landmarks to watch for: Look out for the Segedunum Roman Fort as you enter Wallsend, we are located just a few minutes further east from there.
By Car
If you’re driving from Newcastle or Jarrow, we are easily accessible via the A19 and A193. From Jarrow: Head through the Tyne Tunnel (A19 Northbound). Take the first exit for the A193 (Howdon/Wallsend). The Final Turn: From the A193 (Tynemouth Road), turn onto Churchill Street, then take a left onto Archer Street. You will find us on the corner of Shafto Street.
Parking: There is on-street parking available directly around the theatre building.
True Colours Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle
Creating inclusive experiences on stage and beyond
Inclusive Party &
Event Entertainment
Invite our characters to your next birthday or event. Our cast of inclusive characters makes suer your special guests have a magical day.
Choose from superheroes, princesses, fairytale characters, and themes.
Homes | Events | Parades | Hospitals
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Be the change you want to see in the world by supporting our completely inclusive theatre and school.
No judgment.
No stigma.
Acceptance for all.
Registered Charity: No. 1192136
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Annabelle’s
Rainbow
Created to inspire and encourage children to understand their emotions and feelings through colour, this book was written by True Colours founder and principal Alisar Taylor.
All proceeds of book sales go to the True Colours Theatre CIO Foundation.
All proceeds to TCTCS CIO Foundation.
Our Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle
We welcome families and schools across Newcastle who are looking for inclusive theatre classes and SEND friendly performing arts sessions. As a dedicated Inclusive Theatre School Newcastle, we offer a wide range of inclusive theatre classes for residents in Newcastle and surrounding areas such as Jarrow, Wallsend and North Shields. Our fully accessible venue, known as Our Place, provides a sensory friendly environment where children and young people in Newcastle can build confidence, develop creativity and feel part of a safe and welcoming community.
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