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ARC is a multi artform venue in the centre of Stockton on Tees, with an annual footfall of more than 110,000.

In 2011/12, our activity included:

  • 230 professional performances, as well as 90 community performances, attracting audiences in excess of 49,000
  • More than 400 film screenings, with audiences of 12,500+
  • Employing more than 100 artists to provide 1,000 creative learning opportunities, enjoyed by more than 15,000 children, young people, adults and older people
  • Providing professional development and training opportunities for more than 200 artists and practitioners

Currently one of Arts Council England’s National Portfolio Organisations, ARC receives funding from the Arts Council as well as Stockton on Tees Borough Council. In 2011/12, more than 54% of our income was earned income, making us a social enterprise.

Click here to read Annabel Turpin's, ARC's Chief Executive, recent Arts Council England Provocation

ARC is a company limited by guarantee (4591795) and a registered charity (1095460), with a turnover of c£1.1m.