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 enhanced advice serviceTheatres Trust enhanced advice serviceWe have bolstered our advice team and set up the Theatres Trust Skills Bank to support theatres to navigate the difficult times ahead.
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DCMS announcement on next stages of reopeningDCMS announcement on next stages of reopeningTheatres Trust responds to the guidance for the performing arts in England and changes to the planning system.
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Summer Statement implications for theatresSummer Statement implications for theatresOn Wednesday 8 July, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced his ‘Plan for Jobs’ in a mini statement, which includes some measures that may be of interest to theatres.
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Government announces £1.57bn for arts and cultureGovernment announces £1.57bn for arts and cultureTheatres Trust welcomes the additional support announced by the Chancellor and Culture Secretary.
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£10m fund for Scotland’s performing arts venues£10m fund for Scotland’s performing arts venuesCulture Secretary Fiona Hyslop has announced the Performing Arts Venues Relief Fund as part of the Scottish Government’s £185m Business Support Fund.
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Nuffield Southampton Theatres closureNuffield Southampton Theatres closureAdministrators have announced that a suitable buyer has not been found for NST, which went into administration in May.
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Theatres Trust response to Prime Minister’s New Deal speechTheatres Trust response to Prime Minister’s New Deal speech
Theatres 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.