News
Stay up-to-date with key news about theatres and the issues that affect them across the UK.
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Chancellor's Winter Economy Plan
Theatres Trust responds to the introduction of Job Support Scheme, 5% VAT rate and extension to self-employed support.
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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.
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Theatres Trust responds to new restrictions
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces a tightening up of restrictions including a 10pm curfew for pubs and restaurants.
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Mayflower Theatre Trust rescues NST City theatre
Southampton City Council approved the bid to take over the Studio 144 building.
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See it Safely toolkit
SOLT and UK Theatre have launched a toolkit to support theatres as they reopen.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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#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.
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Theatres Trust calls for clarity on reopening date
Our response to comments by the Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden and discussion at the DCMS Committee about the way forward for the performing arts.
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Exploring theatres this September
Throughout September theatres around the country are celebrating their buildings in a series of architecture and heritage festivals.
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Scottish Government emergency funding for culture
Creative Scotland has announced details of how a £59m funding package will be distributed, including £15m fund open to commercial theatres.