News
Stay up-to-date with key news about theatres and the issues that affect them across the UK.
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Closure of Seven Dials PlayhouseClosure of Seven Dials PlayhouseWe are supporting stakeholders and interested parties to find a way forward for this important part of the theatre ecosystem.
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Introducing the Great British Theatres AwardsIntroducing the Great British Theatres AwardsTo celebrate our 50th anniversary, we have launched a new awards programme, dedicated to the theatre buildings and spaces where extraordinary performances come to life and communities gather to connect.
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Lawful Development Certificate for gym use at the Amulet refusedLawful Development Certificate for gym use at the Amulet refusedWe welcome the news that Somerset Council has refused the building owner’s application to change the use class at the Theatre at Risk.
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Theatres and performing arts venues nominated for RIBA 2026 AwardsTheatres and performing arts venues nominated for RIBA 2026 AwardsFive theatres and cultural venues have been shortlisted for this year’s regional awards.
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Leith Theatre awarded £5m from Visitor LevyLeith Theatre awarded £5m from Visitor LevyTheatres Trust is delighted that Leith Theatre will be one of the recipients of the proceeds from Edinburgh’s Visitor Levy.
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National Planning Policy Framework - impact on theatres in EnglandNational Planning Policy Framework - impact on theatres in EnglandTheatres Trust is concerned by proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework and urges theatres to respond to the government’s consultation.
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In memory of Axel BurroughIn memory of Axel BurroughTheatres Trust is saddened to hear about the death of former Trustee, architect Axel Burrough.
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2025 Year in Review2025 Year in ReviewLast year, more than 300 theatres benefitted from our support, we welcomed the reopening of four theatres we’ve assisted, and we awarded grants totalling £420k to 62 projects.
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Theatre capital development webinarsTheatre capital development webinarsTo support theatres on their capital project journey, we are hosting a pair of webinars in March.
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Future of Clair Hall decidedFuture of Clair Hall decidedMid Sussex District Council rejects community asset transfer bid and proceeds with plans for facility.
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Latest news on Prince of Wales TheatreLatest news on Prince of Wales TheatreTheatres Trust responds to Cannock Chase Council voting against an update to the capital programme for local regeneration works.
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Good news for Salford Victoria Theatre TrustGood news for Salford Victoria Theatre TrustPositive progress has been made by the community group we are supporting to return Theatre at Risk Salford Victoria to community use.