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Drama workshop with young people practicing a scene under guidance of a facilitator
Art workshop with two participants working at a table with paints and materials

North East
Access to Creative Education

Creative training and education for ages 14 to 30. Delivered through workshops, courses, and industry-led programmes in Newcastle.

Photography workshop with participants learning studio lighting and portrait techniques

What We Do

We deliver workshops and training in photography, theatre, and creative industries, led by working professionals.

Our sessions are practical, engaging, and aligned with real industry practice.

Who We Are

We are a Community Interest Company focused on improving access to creative education across the North East. We reinvest everything into creating opportunities for young people in the region.

Who It’s For

Our programmes support young people aged 14 to 30, from school students to those starting a creative career.

We work with schools, partners, and individuals across the North East.

About NEACE

PROGRAMMES

Creative Education Built Around Real Industry Practice

GCSE Workshops

Text-based workshops for schools, including A Christmas Carol and Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde.

Creative Courses

Short courses and intensives designed to build real skills and portfolios.

Photography Training

Hands-on sessions covering studio work, lighting, and professional workflows.

Theatre & Performance

Practical training in acting, staging, and live performance techniques.

Industry Skills

Insight into creative careers, workflows, and pathways into the industry.

Group portrait of participants and facilitators from a creative education programme

Our Values

Empowering

Inclusive

Practical

Industry-Led

Supportive

Meet The Team

Louise Dearden, Executive Director of NEACE

Louise Dearden

Executive Director

Filipe Ribeiro, Marketing Director of NEACE

Filipe Ribeiro

Marketing Director

Craig Wilde, Founder of NEACE

Craig Wilde

Founder

Sponsors and partners

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Niltoni Studios Logo
Epson Logo
Hahnemühle Logo
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