Mission Outer Space is our new performance for 4–7 year olds. What are the chances we’re not alone in the universe? And how would you even begin to look for alien life? Created with scientists from @durham.ac.uk www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/mission-oute...

"Human thriving – that's what it's all about. It's about people coming together, thinking new thoughts, imagining differently." Our blog features reflections from founders Gordon Poad and Annie McCourt on creativity, community and why this work still matters. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/cap-a-pie-fo...

Laura Lindow is a director and writer who has worked with Cap-a-Pie on several productions, including Woven Bones and Marvellous Microbes. To mark our 30th year, she shares her reflections on working with us. “Creative work has never been more necessary.” www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/laura-lindow...

We’re delighted to share that we’ve been shortlisted for the Children & Young Now Awards 2026 in the Arts and Culture Award category. This recognises our work using theatre and creative learning to inspire children and young people, particularly those who face barriers to participation.

“If you want people - children, young people, anyone - to feel that they are participating in society, one of the richest ways is through the arts." Our founders reflect on the values that shaped Cap-a-Pie from the start and continue to guide our work today. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/cap-a-pie-fo...

“It was a time of experimentation and growth and joy… working with my best friends was the best thing I could have ever wished for." Cap-a-Pie founders Gordon and Annie reflect on the early days of the organisation. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/cap-a-pie-fo...

Operation Walker is a bespoke theatre project inspired by Goodnight Mister Tom, created with school staff and shaped around students' learning needs. Whether using speech, signs or symbols, every student found their voice. Read teacher Clare's reflections. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/operation-wa...

We've taken our Coal Mining and Climate Change project back into schools recently to explore the region’s coal mining past - and imagine fairer, greener futures. Find out what happened when we first delivered this project in schools in our blog www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/coal-mining-...

We're looking for a teacher to join our Board of Trustees. “We all work together with the shared aim of ensuring that children in our region experience high‑quality drama workshops. I would recommend joining such a friendly and supportive team.” Trustee www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/opportunitie...

New blog post: Last month we launched our new project Childhood at Chillingham Road Primary School. Pupils explored big questions about growing up today through theatre and creative activities - and even met a time-travelling Victorian child. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/introducing-...

"...this inspiring, big-hearted and now 30-year-old company..." @culturednortheast.bsky.social visited us to find out how it all started and where we are today. Have a read! www.culturednortheast.co.uk/p/hats-off-t...

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Teachers: want a real say in how drama and theatre engages children in the North East? We're looking for a teacher to join our Board of Trustees. Bring your classroom expertise, shape our projects and be part of a passionate team. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/opportunitie...

This #EarthDay, we’re reflecting on how children learn about the world around them. Marvellous Microbes is a workshop we created with scientists, helping young children understand how tiny, unseen things help clean water, make energy and support life on Earth. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/telling-envi...

This #EarthDay, if you’re looking for a way to explore climate change with children, our filmed theatre show Climate Change Catastrophe! is free to watch online. 🌍 Created engineers from @newcastleuni.bsky.social www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/shows/climat...

We’re really pleased to be named Runner Up in the Chris Drinkwater Creative Health in Primary Schools Awards, which recognise collaborations between schools and the arts. 🎉 A great moment to celebrate our work with Chillingham Road Primary School. @northeastmuseums.bsky.social

“Confidence was a big focus for the children.” Teacher During our projects many pupils who rarely spoke in class were able to perform or present their thinking. Read our 30-year impact report: www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/30-years-of-...

“It is heartening that such a great, inventive and unassuming company endures, its work and ambition, impact and reach never more essential.” Laura Lindow, writer and director Read our 30-year impact report to find out about our work. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/30-years-of-...

What difference does creative learning make? Our evaluation shows: - 80% of pupils showed increased confidence in speaking & presenting - 75% developed stronger collaboration skills - 70% showed improved critical thinking Read more here www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/30-years-of-...

In this blog, our Producer Katy Vanden reflects on 30 years of Cap-a-Pie - from the early days to the work we’re doing with schools, researchers and young people today. Read the blog here www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/celebrating-...

This week we’re celebrating 30 years of making theatre with children and communities across the North East. Today we’re launching our 30-year impact report, sharing some of the stories, partnerships and projects that have shaped the organisation. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/30-years-of-...

We’re bringing our Brain Health project into schools over the coming weeks, exploring how we can look after our brains, now and in the future. Developed with Professor Andrew Newman from @newcastleuni.bsky.social Read more about the project in our blog. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/professor-an...

Great to share our experience of creative health in education with @artsprofessional.co.uk Our Producer, Katy Vanden reflects on what this looks like in practice and what it can mean for children and young people.

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Katy Vanden, producer at Newcastle-based theatre company Cap-a-Pie, shares what she has learned from her work in schools across the region.

Last week our Artistic Director Brad attended the Family Arts Conference 2026. He’s shared some reflections from the day - from panel conversations about telling hard stories to ideas around inclusion and listening - and what he’s bringing back to our work. www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/reflections-...

Our Artistic Director Brad McCormick will be speaking at the Family Arts Conference, 12 Feb. “Children are already noticing what’s happening in the world around them. Through theatre we can create spaces where adults & children can talk about big ideas together.” www.familyarts.co.uk/family-arts-...

This month we’ve been at Hotspur Primary School delivering our award-winning Climate Change Catastrophe! 🌍 Through creative theatre, pupils explored climate change (including heatwave-busting hovercrafts!). Thanks to @alistaircford.bsky.social for joining us from @newcastleuni.bsky.social

Exciting news! We've received funding from @westonfdn.bsky.social to support our work with schools across the North East. This means we can keep doing what we love - partnering with schools to create theatre that inspires thinking and learning. Thank you to Garfield Weston for your support.

Delighted to share that Cap-a-Pie won Best Arts & Education Partnership at the #NECultureAwards 2025 recently. The award celebrates our work with schools and universities across the North East. Thank you to everyone who makes this work possible. Here’s to more creative adventures!

Our Artistic Director, Brad McCormick, will be speaking at the Family Arts Conference, 12 Feb 2026. “We believe theatre and storytelling can help families make sense of big issues like climate change in ways that inspire and spark children’s imaginations.” Brad www.familyarts.co.uk/family-arts-...

At Cap-a-Pie we work in partnership with schools and universities across the North East to transform learning. Through theatre and storytelling our projects help children explore big ideas - from climate change to microbes - in fun and engaging ways. Read more: www.cap-a-pie.co.uk/shortlisted-...