Dynamic Pricing
ARC’s policy is to set ticket prices based on demand, like budget airlines, which means we set a price when the event goes on sale and then sometimes put the price up or down depending on how the show is selling. Usually, the price will increase as we get closer to the event, so it is advantageous to book in advance, although sometimes we will put special offers on and reduce the price. Our website will always show the current ticket price.
ARC’s theatre and dance performances are priced on a Pay What You Decide basis, which means you don’t have to pay until after you have seen a show!
We want to encourage more people to come and see shows at ARC, more often. Pay What You Decide not only allows you to pay what you can afford, rather than a fixed ticket price, but also removes the financial risk of buying a ticket for a show in advance without knowing whether you are going to enjoy it or not.
Tickets are available to book in advance as usual, but there is no obligation for you to pay until after you have seen the show. You can then decide on a price which you think is suitable based on your experience, which means if you haven’t enjoyed it at all, you don’t have to pay anything.
All money collected will help ARC pay the artists who have performed, and we therefore hope you will give generously.
Please ensure you have arrived and collected your tickets 15 minutes before the show starts in order to secure your seats. At the end of the show, you can decide what to pay, either by cash on the door or by card at the Box Office.
Join us to celebrate the Tamil New Year with performances from K.A. Dance, Bharatha Kalalayam, Hridaya Nrityaalaya and SG Shan with photography by Studio Hut. Snacks will be provided before the event so make sure to get here on time. The event is funded by Hartlepool Community Trust and The Teesside Charity.
Tamil New Year, known as Puthandu or Varusha Pirappu, is one of the most significant cultural festivals celebrated by Tamils worldwide. It marks the beginning of the Tamil calendar year and typically falls on April 14th, ushering in a time of renewal, joy, and spiritual reflection. The festival is deeply rooted in the customs and traditions of Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka, as well as the Tamil diaspora spread across the globe. It is not just a celebration of a new year but also a moment to reconnect with cultural values, seek blessings, and look forward to the future with optimism. It signifies a fresh start, both spiritually and culturally and aligns with the Sun’s transition into Mesha Rasi (Aries), an important astronomical event in Hindu traditions.
A central part of the celebration is the Puja (prayer), where families gather to offer prayers and seek divine blessings for health, wealth, and happiness. Many homes display a tray with new fruits and flowers, to reflect the year’s best opportunities. The traditional Puthandu prayer is a way of expressing gratitude for the past year and seeking guidance for the one ahead.
Tamil New Year is also a time for reconnecting with family and friends. People visit temples and each other’s homes to exchange warm wishes for the year ahead. It is a day for strengthening social bonds and reaffirming relationships within the community. Many families gather together, enjoying meals, sharing stories, and celebrating with cultural performances such as traditional music, dance, and drama. In urban areas, public celebrations often include processions, fairs, and cultural events, which further highlight the festive spirit of the occasion.
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Access Information - Theatre
Seat size
In our theatre the seats are 38cm (15″) wide and 44.5cm (17½”) deep. The seats are 44cm (171/3”) from the floor, and have an 8cm (3”) gap between seats.Armrests
Seats have armrests on either side of the seat which cannot be removed completely. Seats on rows A, C and D have armrests which can be folded away and slot between the seat backs. On all other rows armrests are fixed and cannot be folded or removed.Legroom
There is 30cm (112/3“) of legroom in front of each seat, with additional legroom in rows D and L, and in Box 1 and Box 2.Further information
If you have any questions about accessibility our Box Office team are always happy to help and can be contacted on 01642 525199 or by emailing [email protected] - you can also tell us about your access requirements when prompted to do so during the online booking process.
