Northern Stage (formerly Newcastle Playhouse) is the largest producing theatre company in the North East of England, and is regarded one of the top-ten UK producing theatres.

From fresh revivals of classic plays, to laugh-out-loud comedy, bold contemporary dance, and innovative family shows, there's something on stage for everyone at Northern Stage.  Or you can just pop in for a morning coffee or late-night drink, see contemporary exhibitions on the walls, have lunch with friends or catch live-streaming of a rehearsal. Its two minutes walk from Haymarket Metro, behind the Newcastle University building (Kings Gate).