ALTERNATIVE PROVISION

The Alternative Scene is a UNIQUE and NEW Alternative Provision (AP) launching in the North East of England.

Engagement and Performance Activities, Social Development and Future Guidance led by professionals in the entertainment and event industry. Creating positive outcomes and a sense of belonging, combined with coping strategies and regulation processes.

We open doors, build confidence and offer alternative routes for aspiring children who have an interest in performing arts. We focus on enhancing their emotional and social resilience to prevent exclusion from mainstream school or to those who have been excluded, an alternative path of inclusive learning and development within our industry. It is a Trading Name of Mendes Management Ltd, an established production company.

Dale Meeks

In memory of our fabulous Friend, Mentor, Director and Scriptwriter Dale Meeks, who sadly left us in April 2023. An actor for many years, starting his career with Byker Grove, Dale was the rival Denton Burn Leader, then moving on to Emmerdale, various Musical Theatre tours, Pantos, Casualty and his last role, was in the Raoul Moat Drama. Dale would have been an avid supporter and teacher of the Alternative Scene. He believed in finding talent within the Northeast, particularly children who have had a tough start in life and need to find their way.