Diverse City opens up the performing arts
For artists, audiences and communities.
We are a charity working to make theatre and performance more representative, more welcoming, and more connected to the world we live in.
Small changes, big impact
Right now, too many people are excluded from the performing arts — not because they don’t belong, but because the system hasn’t been built for everyone.
When barriers come down, people thrive — and the work becomes more honest, more connected, and more reflective of the world we live in.
How we create change
Supporting artists
We back artists to develop their voice, their craft and their confidence.
That means creating time, space and support for people to explore ideas, take creative risks, and build sustainable careers — especially for those who haven’t always had equal access to opportunity.
Making space
We create environments where more people can take part, collaborate and lead.
This might be through residencies, workshops, performances or partnerships — but always with a focus on creating spaces where people feel welcome, valued and able to contribute as they are.
Building access in
Access isn’t something we add on — it shapes the work from the beginning.
We design projects so more people can be part of them — influencing how work is made, who is involved, and how it is experienced. This leads to work that is more imaginative, more connected, and more open.
Sharing the work
We bring powerful, inclusive stories to audiences across the UK and beyond.
Through performances, sharings and partnerships, we support work to reach people — creating experiences that connect, challenge and reflect a wider range of voices and lived experience.
Supporting / Making / Building / Sharing
“If you create an environment where people can be themselves, magic can happen.”
Art that’s made by any body, for every body.
Artist development
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Performance-making
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Residencies and creative development
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Partnerships and co-productions
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Extraordinary Bodies
A major collaboration with Cirque Bijou — creating inclusive circus theatre that challenges how bodies are seen and valued.
We’re not just opening doors.
We’re changing how the whole space works.
This work happens because people choose to back it
Our team in action
Upcoming Events
Jun – Jul 2026
Autumn Tour: What Am I Worth?
A bold and unforgettable experience that celebrates diversity, pushing boundaries and bringing communities together through extraordinary performance. This production features an inclusive cast of disabled and non-disabled artists working side…
Upcoming Events
Jul 2026
Community Lantern Parade
A bold and unforgettable experience that celebrates diversity, pushing boundaries and bringing communities together through extraordinary performance. This production features an inclusive cast of disabled and non-disabled artists working side…
Upcoming Events
Aug 2026
Winter Spectacular: Fire and Light
A bold and unforgettable experience that celebrates diversity, pushing boundaries and bringing communities together through extraordinary performance. This production features an inclusive cast of disabled and non-disabled artists working side…