News
Stay up-to-date with key news about theatres and the issues that affect them across the UK.
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Theatres Trust response to Prime Minister’s New Deal speechTheatres Trust response to Prime Minister’s New Deal speechTheatres have a role to play in the post Covid-19 recovery.
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Theatres Trust response to five-step roadmap for reopening theatresTheatres Trust response to five-step roadmap for reopening theatresCulture Secretary's plan lacks crucial detail leaving sector unable to prepare.
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Hospitality venue guidanceHospitality venue guidanceAlthough unable to reopen for live performance, theatres may be able to reopen for other activities. We've summarised the key points and considerations.
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Theatres Trust response to reopening on 4 July announcementTheatres Trust response to reopening on 4 July announcement
It is disappointing that theatres will not be able to resume live performances from 4 July when many other cultural activities will be able restart.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) updateCoronavirus (COVID-19) updateWe continue to work with other partners, sharing information and presenting the needs of theatre organisations to national and local government.
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Covid-19 Emergency Heritage at Risk Response FundCovid-19 Emergency Heritage at Risk Response FundHistoric England's second grant scheme is now open for applications to help fund urgent maintenance, repairs and surveys.
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Opportunity to tender: Covid-19 supportOpportunity to tender: Covid-19 supportTheatres Trust is seeking a part-time freelancer as a Specialist Adviser to provide additional support to theatres at this critical time for the sector.
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Theatres and cultural facilities shortlisted for RIBA 2020 awardsTheatres and cultural facilities shortlisted for RIBA 2020 awardsRIBA has announced its awards shortlists for 2020, which include several theatres and buildings for the performing arts.
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Blog: Protecting our theatre infrastructureBlog: Protecting our theatre infrastructureTheatres Trust Director Jon Morgan outlines the work Theatres Trust has been doing to support and protect theatres in response to the pandemic.
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Extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention SchemeExtension of the Coronavirus Job Retention SchemeThe Chancellor has announced details changes including employer contributions to the furlough scheme from August.
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Welsh Parliament inquiry into the impact of covid-19 on culture sectorWelsh Parliament inquiry into the impact of covid-19 on culture sectorThe Culture, Welsh Language and Communications Committee is undertaking an inquiry into the coronavirus outbreak in Wales.
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Entertainment and Events Working GroupEntertainment and Events Working GroupWe are pleased that Theatres Trust Director Jon Morgan has been invited to join the working group looking at how venues might reopen.