We’re delighted that 2026 sees the return of the Shine Festival to Middlesbrough Town Hall. Shine Festival is an inclusive choral festival providing an open stage with feedback from panellists for singing groups across the North East. Join us for an all day celebration of local music making! How to get involved We’re looking for a wide variety of singing groups, of all genres and abilities, to take part in the festival. Sign up information will be released in the coming months. This event will include BSL interpretation. More information To see full details, please visit https://musinc.org.uk/shine-festival/ For enquiries, please email [email protected] Audience tickets Please note tickets for audiences will be released closer to the event. Access information Toilets and facilities For more details about our facilities and accessing the different spaces at Middlesbrough Town Hall please visit https://boxoffice.middlesbrough.gov.uk/middlesbrough-town-hall/your-visit-to-middlesbrough-town-hall/accessibility-at-middlesbrough-town-hall/ Pushchair policy Due to Middlesbrough Town Hall’s fire regulation policies pushchairs, prams & car seats must be left in our dedicated ‘buggy parking’ zone on the carriageway and cannot be taken into any of the event spaces. Unfortunately, we cannot take responsibility for items left there, but we do our best to keep an eye on them. Relaxed setting Our events take place in a relaxed environment, and have the following features: - Our spaces have consistent lighting, with low level auditorium lights on throughout - Our musicians and facilitators have relaxed attitude to noise and moving around the space - A quiet, chill out space will be available should you need a break. A limited number of ear defenders are available from the Box Office – by the main entrance on Albert Road. See us as early as possible to secure a pair.