Doubtfire Creative
Theatre made differently.
Bold reimaginings. Original work. Young artists. Community voice.
We create bold theatre, develop young artists and build vibrant creative communities where people can perform, make, experiment and belong.
One company. Four routes in.
Watch it. Make it. Shape it. Share it.
Each strand has a clear purpose, but they share the same belief: creativity should be ambitious, active and meaningful.
DC Productions
Familiar stories. Unfamiliar theatre.
Bold, concept-led musicals, plays, original work and live experiences created with ambitious performers and creative teams.
Our productions combine open casting with opportunities for DC Next members to perform, create, assist and learn alongside experienced artists.
DC Next
Create. Perform. Belong
Our open-access creative company for young artists aged 14–21.
Members perform, devise, write, direct, choreograph, design and produce ambitious work together while developing their skills and becoming part of a safe, welcoming and vibrant creative community.
DC OFF SCRIPT
Young people shaping the story.
Bespoke creative programmes for schools, charities and community partners.
We work with young people to explore ideas, build confidence, express themselves and create meaningful work through theatre, storytelling and the wider arts.
DC VOICE LAB
Practical tools for better participation.
Creative consultation and co-production led by young people.
We create engaging spaces where young people can share their experiences, explore the issues that matter to them and shape services, projects and decisions through creative activity.
Programme
2026–27
A first season combining public productions, original development and long-term creative participation.
October 2026
Postcards From Here
10th-11th October
Crescent Gardens, Scarborough
As part of Scarborough Autumn Streets, our DC Next members have created Postcards From Here where they explore the different viewpoints of Scarborough: The place Tourists see, what the young people living here experience, the creative side of Scarborough and what our young people wish for the future of Scarborough using movement, sound and Drama.
We’ll also be leading a short workshop where you can create your own “living postcard” with us!
December 2026
A Very DC Christmas
16th December 7:30-9:30pm
The Royal Hotel, Scarborough
Join us for a very special Christmas cabaret featuring Drama, Comedy, Spoken Word, Song and Dance.
Featuring DC Next and Special Guests.
March 2027 (exact Date TBC)
Billy and Joelle
Original production written by Kim Stanley
A theatrically musical spectacular inspired by and featuring the songs of Billy Joel.
Stay tuned for more information as the show develops from page to stage.
June 2027
Licenced Musical
A well known show with a unique concept.
Late Summer 2027
DC Next Original
Original theatre made by the young company.
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