Founded in 2003, Liberdade began as an apprenticeship scheme to support and enable a group of young people with learning disabilities to set up and run their own theatre company. This vision came to fruition in 2016 with the opening of Gosforth Civic Theatre, the UK's only theatre founded and guided by people with learning disabilities.
 
Today, we operate as a vibrant community hub. Our cafe provides valuable work placements, while our spaces host weekly community groups that bring people together. We promote inclusion and ensure that people with learning disabilities are valued members of society. Through everything we do, we're helping to shape a more inclusive future for everyone.

To learn more about our work and community, visit the Gosforth Civic Theatre website.