Theatres cancellations return as a result of Covid-19
As Omicron sweeps the UK theatres are having to cancel shows or entire seasons. Latest list of theatre cancellations updated 18 Dec 2021.
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Lockdown Tiers – What they mean to theatres around the UK
The new lockdown tier system to take effect after the current lockdown ends on the 2 December was announced today for England only.
Live indoor performances resume 1 August – Boris Johnson
Boris Johnson announced today that live indoor performances will be able to resume from 1 August 2020 with a socially distanced audience.
Theatres across the UK start redundancy consultations in case aid comes too late
It appears that for many theatres in the West End and around the UK, the government’s £1.57 billion arts aid package may be too late, with little clarification on who might be eligible many are now entering into redundancy consultations.
Andrew Lloyd Webber uses Palladium as COVID-19 test site
Andrew Lloyd Webber is using the London Palladium as a test site to try out various COVID-19 prevention measures in the hope of getting theatres open again.
London theatres closures extended until 2 August 2020
The Society Of London Theatres has extended London theatre closures due to COVID-19 until 2 August 2020. Check out the latest info.
West End theatre closures extended to 28 June 2020
West End theatre closures have now been extended until Sunday 28 June, according to the latest statement from the Society of London Theatre (SOLT).
