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NOVUM Festival 2026 7 - 9 august 2026 Newcastle City Centre

TRUTH!

NOVUM Festival 2026

7 - 9 august 2026

Newcastle City Centre

Date

Saturday 8 August & Sunday 9 August

Location

Northern Stage

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The rebels have arrived! Join a playful band of troublemakers for a joyful outdoor adventure filled with games, laughter and the unexpected as they turn the ordinary upside down and bring people together in a riot of hope, fun and collective imagination.

About TRUTH!

What if a brighter future started with a game?

Join a playful band of rebels as they bring laughter, mischief and unexpected moments to #NOVUM26. Through games, surprises and plenty of chances to join in, TRUTH! invites audiences to connect, have fun and see the world a little differently.

Full of humour, hope and gentle chaos, this joyful outdoor performance explores what happens when strangers come together with curiosity, kindness and imagination.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

  • A joyful lively outdoor performance full of humour, movement, clowning and playful surprises.
  • Five disabled and non-disabled performers inviting audiences into a world of connection, kindness and collective fun.
  • A performance about connection and love. It is about how we can have less conflict and more joy in our lives.
  • Interactive moments throughout; you’re welcome to join in or simply enjoy watching.
  • A celebration of community, imagination and the simple joy of coming together.

GOOD TO KNOW

  • Performance duration: approximately 30 minutes.
  • Suitable for all ages.
  • Audience participation is encouraged, but always optional.
  • The show uses very little spoken language and is largely visual, using movement, gesture and live action.
  • The performance is playful, relaxed and designed to make audiences feel comfortable and welcome. You can move about during the show.
  • Midway through the show there is a short scene (around one minute) featuring loud voices, a loud horn, a non-toxic smoke effect and a confetti cannon.
  • There is no designated accessible viewing area, but festival staff will be happy to help you find a suitable viewing spot.
  • Audio Description is available on Saturday.
  • Wheelchair and pram friendly.
  • Downloadable easy read guide available.

CREATIVE TEAM

TRUTH! is an outdoor theatre show co-created by theatre companies Ramshacklicious & Hijinx.

Truth has a cast of both neurodivergent and neurotypical performers.

Devisers and performers: Jonathan Pugh, Megan Brooks, Richard Newnham, Tiago Gambogi & Jack Stoddart

Music: Jack Stoddart

Costume design & creation: Helen Ognjenovic-Morgan

Directed and Produced by: Ramshacklicious and Hijinx

Access consultant: Steph Bailey-Scott

Audio Description: Alastair Sill

 

For any questions or for accessibility info about TRUTH! or any NOVUM programmed events or performances email: novum@newcastle.gov.uk

NOVUM Festival 2026

7 – 9 august 2026

Newcastle City Centre

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NOVUM Festival 2026

7 - 9 august 2026

Newcastle City Centre

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