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CELEBRATING NORTH EAST STORIES

We developed Yarns From Hyem in 2021 to remove barriers to theatre and careers in the arts. The project was designed to support local talent and share relatable stories that reflect the richness of our local communities, making theatre accessible to audiences on their doorsteps. Each production takes you through the highs and lows of love, loss and hope, as a top team of regional talent brings to life 4 powerful short plays in one performance. 

YARNS FROM HYEM 2024

In May-June 2024, we toured our second production of Yarns From Hyem in partnership with Gala Durham, supported by Arts Council England and The Cultural Spring. The 4 playwrights from the region received script mentoring and the plays were performed, produced and directed by North East creatives.

 

The production toured to communities in the region with venues including Gala Durham, The Exchange 1856, Hebburn Iona Social Club, Jarrow Hall, Saltburn Theatre, Seaton Delaval Arts Centre, Woodhorn Museum and The Meadows community centre.

THE EDGE

BY BARBARA WILLIAMS

Azza and Sam find themselves literally on a cliff edge, discussing their differences and similarities at a time of hopelessness for each of them… 

Directed by 

Zoë Murtagh

Performed by

Umar Butt & Kieron Michael

BOXING

BY CHARLIE PROTHERO

Michael and Father Garvey ponder the big questions… like how to keep your faith when things feel hopeless? And what’s the best ride at Alton Towers?

Directed by 

Michael Blair

Performed by

Micky McGregor & Ainsley Fannen

RYAN

BY SARAH TARBIT

An unbreakable sibling bond between Ryan and Stella is torn apart when they’re separated in care. How has Stella fared on her own without her loyal protector?

Directed by 

Zoë Murtagh

Performed by

Harriet Ghost

HOPE THAT A FLAT DOOR SHUTS

BY CLAIRE-MARIE PERRY

Danny hides away in his flat and obsesses over the comings and goings of his neighbours and the people around him. Is he right to be so concerned for his safety or is it just paranoia?

Directed by 

Michael Blair

Performed by

William Wyn Davies

2024 CREATIVE TEAM

Harriet Ghost

Micky McGregor

Lizzie Glazier

Producer/Joint AD, Hooley Theatre 

Producer/Joint AD, Hooley Theatre 

Producer, Gala Durham

Lindsay Rodden

Jack Davidson

Darren Lowe

Dramaturg/Writing Mentor

Film & Photography

Technical Manager

YARNS FROM HYEM 2021

Our pilot production of Yarns From Hyem toured North East community and theatre venues in November 2021, supported by Arts Council England. The four hilarious and moving short plays were written by emerging and critically acclaimed writers and explored the themes of love and loss.

Barbara Williams' play, Pupil Premium, was selected from an open call-out for a new writer to have their work professionally produced for the first time. Barbara's play was a huge success alongside outstanding work from established North East writers Alex Oates, Elijah Young and Julia Darling. 

ATTACHMENTS

BY JULIA DARLING

Davina is in no mood for visitors when Bobby invites himself in, bringing with him a hoover and more questions than Davina has answers. But they have more in common than they first thought.

Directed by

Andy Berriman

Performed by

Harriet Ghost & Micky McGregor

A MEMORY FOR FORGETTING

BY ALEX OATES

Fliss from the Meadow Well Estate takes on the UK Memory Championship... but it canbe tough when you’re practicing to remember and there’s things you’d rather forget.

Directed by

Tracy Gillman

Performed by

Michaela Forbes & Sarah Balfour

BISCUIT TINS

BY ELIJAH YOUNG

A story of two siblings who appear to be very close but eventually cracks start to show.Instead of brushing them under the carpet, they choose to face the problems of their past.

Directed by

Tracy Gillman

Performed by

Hannah Marie Davis & Sam Stafford

PUPIL PREMIUM

BY BARBARA WILLIAMS

A-star Alex has huge potential but what happens to his younger sisters if he goes to university? What happens to him if he stays? And does careers advisor Alan have ulterior motives?

Directed by

Andy Berriman

Performed by

Sam Stafford & Paul Joseph

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As a non-profit company, we raise funds to provide local talent with paid opportunities while removing financial barriers for our audiences. Any donations will greatly support our projects and running costs, enabling us to continue our work with disadvantaged and disengaged communities. 

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