Upcoming events
Lunchtime Yoga - Cancelled
Unfortunately we have had to cancel the scheduled lunchtime yoga classes. They will resume in September. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine. This course of classes runs from 29th April - 3rd June.
£50 for the 6 week course
or £9 per class
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery when you arrive or on Eventbrite. Pay in gallery to avoid booking fees.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Delaine Le Bas - Speak The Truth
For the Late Shows, Delaine Le Bas will perform Speak The Truth to give audiences a sneak preview of her exhibition which opens at NCA at the end of the month.
The gallery will be open to the public from 6 - 10.30pm. The performance starts at 8pm and will end around 10pm.
It is free or pay as you feel to attend the performance. There will be limited space due to the venue’s capacity and an expected high demand to see the performance. Please arrive early to guarantee a space for the start of the performance.
Once the performance has reached capacity, we will run a one out one in policy. You are welcome to leave the performance and return as much as you like, according to capacity.
The performance will involve wet paint. Shoe covers will be provided. We suggest that you do not wear trousers or shirts that drag on the floor and that long coats are removed.
Please get in touch if you have any questions (info@visitmca.com).
More about the performance
Speak The Truth is a new performance work with roots in Le Bas’s earlier works “Zigeuner Sauce” and “Beware Of Linguistic Engineering,” previously performed in London and Berlin. The title draws from a saying of Le Bas’s Nan (1927–2022), whose words—much like the ancient Sybil of Delphi—echo beyond death, travelling across time, and often not always what the recipient wanted to hear.
More information about Le Bas’s exhibition at NCA can be found here.
Yin and Gin - Cancelled
Unfortunately the organiser has had to cancel this event. We’re sorry for the inconvenience.
Join Steph Thompson (88 and YogaA Gallery for an evening of relaxation and indulgence!
Unwind with a rejuvenating Yin Yoga session that will help you release tension and restore balance. Following the one-hour practice, continue your experience with a refreshing gin, perfectly paired to elevate your evening.
The perfect blend of relaxation and enjoyment, whether you're a yoga enthusiast or simply looking for a fun night out. Grab your mat, and let’s flow into a memorable evening of wellness and good company!
More about Steph Thompson - 88 and Yoga
Steph is a Northeast - based yoga instructor, who has discovered the holistic, wellbeing, and emotional benefits of feeling great with yoga. Steph loves to teach creative flows that connect movement to breath and help students to destress from their busy minds and everyday chaos. Combining lyrical flows and relaxation with a focus on flexibility, Steph’s classes are a perfect contrast to everyday life.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine. This course of classes runs from 29th April - 3rd June.
£50 for the 6 week course
or £9 per class
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery when you arrive or on Eventbrite. Pay in gallery to avoid booking fees.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Stepney Western Art Trail
Join us for a tour of different elements of Stepney Western with the artist and some of the people behind the project.
This event is free but Metro travel is not included. You are welcome to join or leave the trail at any point.
We will meet at Byker Metro Station at 11am to view the Stepney Western mural at Byker Metro Station, made by Harry Lawson in collaboration with the young people from Stepney Bank Stables, illustrator Hannah Gillingham and typographer Kia Tasbihgou. Harry Lawson will say a few words about the mural and how it relates to the wider project.
Then we will travel by Metro to Monument Station, and take a short walk to NCA. At the gallery Lawson will lead a tour of the exhibition and followed by a screening of the film.
Click here to book your ticket and see the timings for the stops on the tour.
It is free to attend this event. However, if you would like to make a donation it would be gratefully received. All donations will help us to fund our public programme.
Stepney Western printmaking workshop
In this family friendly printmaking workshop with artist Niall Greaves, you will get a chance to learn basic printing skills and create your own Stepney Western poster.
Participants will be shown various printing techniques and be encouraged to respond to the themes that the exhibition explores. All materials will be provided. There will be ink and paint involved, and disposable aprons will be available, but please wear appropriate clothing for the workshop.
The workshop is free and is open everyone over 7 years old. Limited spaces so please book your place.
Click here to book your ticket.
It is free to attend this event. However, if you would like to make a donation it would be gratefully received. All donations will help us to fund our public programme.
Stepney Western archive event / Byker Phoenix celebration
This special archival event will explore how Stepney Western has engaged with several archives based in the North East and Byker, and act as an official launch for the Byker Phoenix publication that accompanies the exhibition.
The event will include a screening of the film, followed by an exhibition walk through and discussion with Harry Lawson and team members from AmberSide Collective and Ouseburn Trust that have contributed archival material to the project.
Also in attendance will be some of the young people who star in the film, alongside cast members of the CBBC series The Stables, which was shot in Byker 20 years ago, enabling the two cohorts to reflect and compare their experience of featuring in documentaries about horse riding in the region.
The Byker Phoenix publication has been made in collaboration with Lawson and Foundation Press. They have revived a much-loved community magazine from the 1970s and 1980s, by weaving contemporary reflections with historical narratives. This special edition features original Byker Phoenix articles alongside two new pieces of writing by Alex Niven and Kathryn Scanlan, which will be read out by the young people from Stepney.
Click here to book your ticket.
It is free to attend this event. However, if you would like to make a donation it would be gratefully received. All donations will help us to fund our public programme.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery when you arrive or on Eventbrite. Pay in gallery to avoid booking fees.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
LIfe Drawing
Come and join us for an evening of life drawing in the gallery! Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at the heart of contemporary art in Newcastle upon Tyne, and let yourself be inspired by all around you.
All materials provided (artists are welcome to bring their own but we request no painting materials).
The class will start with very short poses, and work up to a longer sit. There is also a 10 minute interval for the model to rest midway through the session.
For further information contact North East Life Project direct at northeastlifeartproject@outlook.com
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery when you arrive or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery when you arrive or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Yoga - Spring Equinox
90 MINUTE YOGA FLOW with Steph Thompson (88 & Yoga).
Welcome the season of renewal with my Spring Equinox Yoga Flow. This 90-minute class is created to honor balance, flexibility and strength - drawing on the fresh energy of spring to invigorate both body and mind.
Expect a sequence that blends gentle stretching, breathing exercises, and sun salutations to align you with nature's rhythms.
What to Expect:
/ Grounding and opening poses to connect you with the earth’s energy
/ Invigorating sequences to celebrate the vitality of spring
/ Deep stretches and mindfulness practices to cultivate balance and harmony
/ A unique personalised postcard illustration created just for you, inspired by your flow experience, to take home as a reminder of your spring awakening.
Who It's For:
All levels are welcome! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this class will offer modifications to suit your needs and encourage inner peace.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Stepney Western - Opening Event
We are delighted to invite you to Newcastle Contemporary Art (NCA) on Saturday, March 15th, 2025, from 3 to 7 p.m., as we gather our friends, partners, and supporters to celebrate the opening of our new exhibition, Stepney Western.
We encourage you to join us for the 5 pm welcome and 5:30 pm screening, where Harry Lawson and some of the young people involved in Stepney Western will be present to discuss the project. The 5:30 pm screening will also feature a live performance of the film’s theme tune by Jayne Dent (Me Lost Me).
This exhibition features a new film by Newcastle-based artist and filmmaker Harry Lawson, alongside archival photography from Richard Blosse, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Dean Chapman, Mik Critchlow, Martine Franck, Chris Killip, Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen, Tish Murtha, Davey Pearson, and more.
It is free to attend the event, but we expect it to be busy so please RSVP via Eventbrite to secure a space.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Deaf Rave - Nighttime Rave
Come join us for an electrifying night of music, dancing, and good vibes at our Deaf Rave - Nighttime Rave in Newcastle upon Tyne! Get ready to feel the bass, see the lights, and experience the rhythm like never before - including live set by Deaf Rave and VJ set.
This event is all about inclusivity and celebrating the beauty of sign language through dance. Whether you're deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing, everyone is welcome to come and feel the music with us. Don't miss out on this unique and unforgettable gathering!
For any access requirements, please contact Surface Area Dance Theatre at: eliot@surfacearea.org.uk
More information about the rest of the Deaf Rave activities at NCA can be found here.
Deaf Rave – Daytime Workshop 2: Age 12+
Join us for the Deaf Rave Daytime Event, featuring two family-friendly workshops that will showcase d/Deaf sign songs, dance, and much more! These workshops are open to everyone, regardless of hearing ability, and are designed to celebrate the beauty of sign language through creative movement.
Workshop 1 is suitable for young people who are 7 years and older.
Workshop 2 is suitable for young people who are 12 years and older.
Important: Parents/guardians must be present and are welcome to join in.
BSL Interpreters will be present at the workshops.
This event promotes inclusivity and invites participants to experience the energy of dance and sign language in a supportive and fun environment. Whether you're deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing, come and be part of something truly special.
For any access requirements, please contact Surface Area Dance Theatre at: eliot@surfacearea.org.uk
More information about the rest of the Deaf Rave activities at NCA can be found here.
Deaf Rave – Daytime Workshop 1: Age 7+
Join us for the Deaf Rave Daytime Event, featuring two family-friendly workshops that will showcase d/Deaf sign songs, dance, and much more! These workshops are open to everyone, regardless of hearing ability, and are designed to celebrate the beauty of sign language through creative movement.
Workshop 1 is suitable for young people who are 7 years and older.
Workshop 2 is suitable for young people who are 12 years and older.
Important: Parents/guardians must be present and are welcome to join in.
BSL Interpreters will be present at the workshops.
This event promotes inclusivity and invites participants to experience the energy of dance and sign language in a supportive and fun environment. Whether you're deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing, come and be part of something truly special.
For any access requirements, please contact Surface Area Dance Theatre at: eliot@surfacearea.org.uk
More information about the rest of the Deaf Rave activities at NCA can be found here.
Life Drawing
Come and join us for an evening of life drawing in the gallery! Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at the heart of contemporary art in Newcastle upon Tyne, and let yourself be inspired by all around you.
All materials provided (artists are welcome to bring their own but we request no painting materials).
The class will start with very short poses, and work up to a longer sit. There is also a 10 minute interval for the model to rest midway through the session.
Tickets can be purchased here.
For further information contact North East Life Project direct at northeastlifeartproject@outlook.com
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
Discount available for students and High Bridge Works studio holders.
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
PerHaps Now - performance; CLEAN UP, enhanced suction
performance; CLEAN UP, enhanced suction is the second performance by PerHaps Now as part of their residency at NCA.
This special Valentine's Day performance will feature brand-new work developed during their residency. Expect an unforgettable evening of experimental solo and group performance art.
Click here for full details and to purchase tickets.
Tickets can also be purchased on the door.
More information about PerHaps Now and their residency can be found here.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
£80 for 10 classes (special January offer)
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
* Please note: there will be no class on Tuesday 11th February.
PerHaps Now - flick, flick, flick, sliiide, pick-up pick-up
First performance by PerHaps Now as part of their residency at NCA.
Led by troupe member Lucy Heaton, this playful and frenetic piece features five performers in white tights and blue bibs as they interact with props like sun loungers, switches, and other "hinged collaborators." With slams, folds, and exertions, the performance is a game of click clacking parts. It plays out like a physical puzzle or a desire-dense loop of object-scapades.
Click here for full details and to purchase tickets.
More information about PerHaps Now and their residency can be found here.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
£80 for 10 classes (special January offer)
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
£80 for 10 classes (special January offer)
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
£80 for 10 classes (special January offer)
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
£10 per class
£45 for 5 classes
£80 for 10 classes (special January offer)
Tickets can be purchased at the gallery or on Eventbrite.
More information about the class and FAQs can be found here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
They cost £10 per class or £45 for 5 classes. Please book your place via Eventbrite here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Steph is a Northeast - based yoga instructor, who has discovered the holistic, wellbeing, and emotional benefits of feeling great with yoga. Steph loves to teach creative flows that connect movement to breath and help students to destress from their busy minds and everyday chaos. Combining lyrical flows and relaxation with a focus on flexibility, Steph’s classes are a perfect contrast to everyday life.
Lunchtime Yoga
Come to NCA for a weekly lunchtime yoga class with Steph Thompson (88 and Yoga). The class runs for 45 minutes so you can fit it into your daily routine.
They cost £10 per class or £45 for 5 classes. Please book your place via Eventbrite here.
Please let us know in advance if you need a yoga mat, though we encourage you to bring your own if possible. Additionally, if you have any access requirements or health conditions we should be aware of, please let us know.
Steph is a Northeast - based yoga instructor, who has discovered the holistic, wellbeing, and emotional benefits of feeling great with yoga. Steph loves to teach creative flows that connect movement to breath and help students to destress from their busy minds and everyday chaos. Combining lyrical flows and relaxation with a focus on flexibility, Steph’s classes are a perfect contrast to everyday life.