People's Theatre

People's Theatre is a community venue in Heaton with a main auditorium seating 500 people and a smaller studio space for more intimate shows. The venue stages around fourteen different productions each year, all created and performed by its member community.

Founded in 1911, the venue grew into one of the largest amateur theatre companies in Northern England. Its long existence shows how community theatre became an important part of the region's cultural life.

The venue welcomes performers from all walks of life and actively casts roles in ways that reflect different identities and communities. You will see this inclusivity reflected in the productions shown on stage throughout the year.

Check the current schedule ahead of your visit to find shows that match your interests and book tickets in advance. Membership is available if you want to become involved in productions or get regular access to performances throughout the year.

Every single production is entirely run by members, from acting and direction to lighting, sound, and working at the box office. This complete volunteer effort means the shows you see are genuinely created by people in the community working together.

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Inception: 1911

Official opening: 1911

Address: Stephenson Road, Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE6 5QL, England

Email: theatremanager@peoplestheatre.co.uk

Website: https://peoplestheatre.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 54.99040,-1.58480

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:01