News

Stay up-to-date with key news about theatres and the issues that affect them across the UK, including theatres which are currently on our Theatres at Risk register.

  • Signage for Mamma Mia show above the entrance of the Novello theatre
    Rewards added to #SaveOurTheatres

    Thanks to the generosity of our contacts across the theatre world, we’ve added some great prize draws and one very special reward to our Crowdfunder campaign.

    Rewards added to #SaveOurTheatres
  • Dudley Hippodrome in 1995 in bingo use.
    Council approves plans to demolish Dudley Hippodrome

    Theatres Trust is extremely disappointed by the decision to regenerate the site of the 1930s variety theatre, which is on our Theatres at Risk list.

    Council approves plans to demolish Dudley Hippodrome
  • The graffitied entrance of Brighton Hippodrome.
    Theatres Trust response to Brighton Hippodrome sale

    We understand that Theatre at Risk Brighton Hippodrome has been sold and urge the new owner to act quickly on essential, urgent repairs to prevent further deterioration.

    Theatres Trust response to Brighton Hippodrome sale
  • Winter Economy
    Chancellor's Winter Economy Plan

    Theatres Trust responds to the introduction of Job Support Scheme, 5% VAT rate and extension to self-employed support.

    Chancellor's Winter Economy Plan
  • Questors
    Clarification on restrictions for amateur performing arts groups

    DCMS has confirmed that non-professional groups can still meet in Covid-19 Secure venues so long as groups of no more than six are adhered to.

    Clarification on restrictions for amateur performing arts groups
  • Empty high street
    Theatres Trust responds to new restrictions

    Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces a tightening up of restrictions including a 10pm curfew for pubs and restaurants.

    Theatres Trust responds to new restrictions
  • Auditorium seating in the NST City theatre.
    Mayflower Theatre Trust rescues NST City theatre

    Southampton City Council approved the bid to take over the Studio 144 building.

    Mayflower Theatre Trust rescues NST City theatre
  • See It Safely logo
    See it Safely toolkit

    SOLT and UK Theatre have launched a toolkit to support theatres as they reopen.

    See it Safely toolkit
  • Annual Report 2020 cover
    Theatres Trust Annual Report 2020 published

    We've just published our review of the year up until the end of March 2020, which provides financial information and looks at our achievements.

    Theatres Trust Annual Report 2020 published
  • Everyone is welcome
    Seven Inclusive Principles for Arts & Cultural Organisations

    Theatres Trust is pleased to endorse a new guide that aims to ensure inclusivity is at the heart of the UK's cultural recovery.

    Seven Inclusive Principles for Arts & Cultural Organisations
  • Street sign with the word Lockdown on.
    Theatres continue to play a vital community role during coronavirus

    Although theatre buildings are closed and there are no public performances for the foreseeable future, theatres continue to play a pivotal role in their communities in these difficult times.

    Theatres continue to play a vital community role during coronavirus
  • Save Our Theatres on Crowdfunder
    #SaveOurTheatres Crowdfunder campaign

    Theatres Trust has partnered with leading fundraising platform Crowdfunder to launch #SaveOurTheatres to raise money to help theatres survive the Covid-19 crisis.

    #SaveOurTheatres Crowdfunder campaign