Newcastle Stage Engineers

Welcome to Stagewise Ltd, your trusted partner in professional stage engineering right here, operating in Newcastle.

With decades of combined experience, our team of Newcastle stage engineers have been providing expert rigging and engineering services to the entertainment and events industries. Since becoming fully independent in 2019, we’ve invested heavily in both our equipment and our people. The result? Reliable, high-quality service delivered with precision and care.

We’re proud to offer specialist support in all aspects of equipment inspection, testing, and certification—tailored specifically to venues, theatres, studios, and live event spaces.

Why Choose Stagewise Ltd?

We don’t try to be everything to everyone. We focus on what we do best—supporting the entertainment industry with specialist rigging services that comply with LOLER and PUWER regulations and each of those two links will take you to the apprpriate government sites for a formal run down of the regulations. For an easier read check out our Rigging Safety Inspections page.

Our clients trust us to deliver fast, reliable service with minimal disruption.

Our expert team of Newcastle Stage Engineers handle a wide range of equipment, including:

• Manual and electric chain hoists
• Trussing and rigging components
• PPE and lifting accessories
• Theatre and studio winches

Whether you’re running a theatre production in Newcastle or managing a small studio setup, we’ve got you covered.

Our Core Values

Professionalism

We lead the industry in the testing, inspection, and certification of rigging equipment, helping our clients maintain both safety and compliance.

Specialisation

We work exclusively within the events and entertainment sectors. That focus gives us the insight and experience needed to meet unique industry demands.

Expertise

Founded by Simon Caldwell, a professional with over 30 years of experience, Stagewise Ltd is built on a foundation of real-world knowledge of stage engineering here in Newcastle.

Thoroughness

From hoists to harnesses, we leave no bolt unturned. Our reputation is built on detailed, reliable inspections that you can depend on.

Certification

Our Newcastle Stage Engineers are fully trained and qualified to carry out LOLER-regulated inspections and issue the relevant certification documentation.

Looking for Skilled Newcastle Stage Engineers?

If your equipment is covered by LOLER or PUWER, Stagewise Ltd is here to help. Our experienced Newcastle Stage Engineers deliver thorough inspections and responsive service, so your operations stay safe and compliant.

Newcastle upon Tyne offers a rich mix of professional, amateur, educational, and community drama venues. Key professional theatres include the Theatre Royal, a flagship venue with a wide variety of touring shows. (Live the World) There’s Northern Stage (formerly Newcastle Playhouse) on the University campus, featuring several stages (main ~447 seats plus studio spaces) with local, national and international productions. (Co-Curate) The Tyne Theatre & Opera House, a historic Grade I listed building, is another important stage for musicals, drama, comedy and more. (This is Durham) Smaller but significant venues include Live Theatre on the Quayside (with studio theatres, rehearsal rooms etc.) (Newcastle Gateshead) and Alphabetti Theatre, an accessible independent space with main theatre, bar, rehearsal rooms. (Alphabetti)

Beyond that, many schools (primary, secondary, independent) have halls or auditoria used for plays, showcases or local theatre groups. Universities similarly offer lecture theatres or dedicated auditoria (for example, the Frederick Douglass Centre has a 750-seat auditorium that can be subdivided) for both educational and public performances. (Asp Events)

Where technical equipment is involved—rigging, lifting, stage machinery—many of these venues fall under LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) and PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations). Stagewise Ltd is available to assist theatre operators, venue managers, schools and universities in Newcastle to ensure compliance via inspections, advice, certification etc.

Just call and we can quote for our Newcastle stage engineers to carry out any necessary work for you.