Lighthouse, is a unique multi-space arts venue (theatre, concert hall, studio, cinema, gallery and meeting rooms) and the largest in the UK outside London with a programme of highly diverse range of high quality arts events that cannot be experienced anywhere else across the region, all in one place. Art forms include: drama, music, dance, literature, visual art, comedy, contemporary circus and film. It has a strong accessible programme for families and the main programme is supported by workshops and activities for children and young people to allow them to get closer to artists.