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NOVUM Festival 2026 7 - 9 august 2026 Newcastle City Centre

Wheelie Proud

NOVUM Festival 2026

7 - 9 august 2026

Newcastle City Centre

Date

Saturday 8 August & Sunday 9 August

Location

Northumberland Street

A groovy gold trike disco on wheels bringing joy, music, and colour to the streets, inviting audiences of all ages to dance, join in, and express themselves.

About Wheelie Proud

Meet Wheelie Proud; a groovy gold trike disco on wheels bringing disco, colour, and feel-good energy to #NOVUM26!

This joyful walkabout performance celebrates self-expression, confidence, and community through dance, movement, and playfulness. As the dazzling trike rolls through the crowd, audiences of all ages are invited to join in, dance along, and soak up the party atmosphere.

Bright, bold, and bursting with personality, Wheelie Proud will rolls into our NOVUM Summer Festival programme with glitter, groove, and full-on disco fever. 🪩

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • A lively festival atmosphere packed with music, movement, and feel-good energy.
  • A joyful walkabout performance featuring one performer, a groovy gold trike, and plenty of disco vibes.
  • Playful audience interaction, dancing, and moments of celebration throughout.
  • Themes of self-expression, confidence, community, and belonging.
  • A colourful moving disco party inviting audiences of all ages to join in the fun.

GOOD TO KNOW

  • Performance duration: approximately 20–30 minutes.
  • Audiences are free to come and go; stay for five minutes or follow the full journey.
  • Suitable for all ages and great for families.
  • The performance moves, so audiences may walk, follow, or stop and watch along the route.
  • Audience participation is encouraged, but you’re equally welcome to watch and enjoy from the sidelines.
  • The performance uses music, movement, dance, and visual storytelling with minimal spoken dialogue.

CREATIVE TEAM

Wheelie Proud is presented by Curious Arts; an LGBTQIA+ arts, youth and heritage charity.

For any questions or accessibility info about Wheelie Proud 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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