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.
Arts and Minds and Staying Out present Better Together
Presented by members of ARC’s two flagship creative social prescribing programmes, Arts and Minds (delivered in partnership with Middlesbrough and Stockton Mind) and Staying Out, Better Together is a collaborative arts exhibition that represents the power of creativity and connection.
Bringing together the innovative work of a range of participants from different backgrounds and at varying stages in their wellbeing journey, the exhibition also reflects the distinct nature of each individual.
The pieces in Better Together range from mixed media works, paintings and documentary photography to 3D models, ceramics and textile based crafts. These pieces have been created using new and recycled materials in weekly sessions over the past six months, and are a testament to the artistic skills and ambitions of participants; alongside the local artists who have supported them in developing their talents.
The exhibition has been timed to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 (15 – 21 May), Dementia Action Week 2023 (16 – 22 May), and National Conversation Week (23 – 29 May), which aim to bring people together to grow understanding, build connections, reduce isolation, and influence change.
Arts and Minds is a free, referral-only creative social prescribing programme, delivered in partnership by Middlesbrough and Stockton Mind and ARC, and funded by Comic Relief.
Arts and Minds is a friendly social group where participants can try a range of new creative skills in a relaxed space, and connect with new people whilst boosting their mood and confidence. Participants are able to take part in free weekly workshops, at either Middlesbrough Town Hall (Tuesday evenings) or ARC (Thursday mornings).
Sessions are led by a host of professional artists and focus on working with different materials and techniques; such as bullet journaling, drawing, jewellery design, mosaic work, textiles, collaging, painting, 3D design, calligraphy, and general upcycling.
Arts and Minds also emphasises environmental sustainability through using recycled materials or reused objects. There are opportunities for everyone to display artwork through our exhibitions (like this one) too.
Referrals are open to anyone aged 18+ from the Middlesbrough and Stockton area, who is finding life a little hard right now or would like to boost their mood whilst trying something new.
To find out more, please contact Georgie at artsandminds@middlesbroughandstocktonmind.org.uk
Staying Out is ARC’s weekly creative social prescribing programme for people aged 65+ who live in Stockton on Tees. It aims to help older people stay active, remain independent, improve wellbeing, and lead fulfilling lives. Members might identify as socially isolated, have poor health, experience dementia, or have recently been discharged from hospital.
Staying Out sessions provide opportunities to meet new people and try a range of creative activities in a friendly and welcoming space; from arts and crafts to events planning and influencing professional performances.
Each member can access six free sessions, and all materials plus refreshments are included.
Participants can be referred to take part by GP’s, healthcare professionals, social workers, carers, and community organisations – or can self-refer in some instances.
To find out more about Staying Out, or to be referred to join us, please contact Sonya Curle on 01642 434174 or sonya.curle@arconline.co.uk