Planning Responses
We are a statutory consultee in the planning system. Keep up-to-date with our planning responses.
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New theatre proposed in Biggleswade's former Pizza Express
The Trust supported listed building consent for alterations within a former restaurant in Biggleswade which will enable its conversion to a 100-seat theatre. The Bigg Theatre proposes a range of productions, comedy, live music and cinema screenings.
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Various alterations and refurbishments at Catford's Broadway Theatre
The Trust supported planning permission and listed building consent for a project to improve the Broadway's facilities including enhancing accessibility and trying to address a challenging get-in arrangement.
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New and replacement louvres to support Blue Elephant ventilation
The Trust supported proposals for minor external alterations to the Blue Elephant theatre in Camberwell, London Borough of Southwark. This is to facilitate a new ventilation system which has been supported by a Theatres Trust grant.
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Replacement glazing to Kenilworth's Priory Theatre
The Trust supported a proposal to remove two windows from the theatre's front elevation to its foyer and replace them with a single enlarged glazed window.
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Supported housing scheme to rear of Theatr Colwyn
The Trust raised no objections to the principle of residential development adjacent to Theatr Colwyn but sought conditions requiring an acoustic assessment and construction management plan to avoid impacts on the theatre.
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Demolition & redevelopment of Rotherham's former Regal/Scala
The Trust objected to demolition and redevelopmen of the former Regal due to no evidence of attempt to use the building for alternative community/cultural use and loss of heritage. It had been in bingo use until Covid-19 closure in March 2020.
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New signage and lighting at Bathgate's Regal Community Theatre
The Trust supported advertisement consent for new signage and lighting at the Regal, associated with a previous application for repairs and redecoration.
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Extension to allow performances at Tinderbox Performing Arts Centre
The Trust supported an application for a minor extension which will allow an existing studio to be used for small-scale public performances at the performing arts centre on the edge of Darley Dale, Derbyshire.
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Solar panels on roof of Unicorn Theatre
The Trust welcomed proposals for solar panels to be installed above the Unicorn Theatre in London Borough of Southwark, having supported the works through a grant in 2020.
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New theatre part of Brighton College development
The Trust supported a proposal to include a theatre within the College's new Performing Arts Centre, which although primarily for educational purposes will be opened for some public use.
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Extension for The Grange Festival
The Trust welcomed proposals for an extension to The Grange in Northington, Hampshire which will provide the theatre with permanent toilets, improved backstage and additional facilities.
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Alterations at London's Playhouse Theatre
The Trust supported proposals for internal alterations to facilitate an in-the-round set up and cabaret seating for a forthcoming run of shows, along with improved front of house facilities and better accessibility.