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RESTORING A LANDMARK, TRANSFORMING LIVES
 
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A THEATRE-GOING EXPERIENCE
OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY

The redevelopment of The Leeds Grand Theatre will provide a theatre-going experience of the highest quality.

The Leeds Grand Theatre is widely regarded as a major milestone in Victorian theatre building. The theatre continues to play an important role in the cultural life of Leeds and is a preferred touring venue, attracting an annual audience of over a quarter of a million to performances ranging from opera, ballet, dance and music to comedy and children's entertainment.

The auditorium of the Grand alight; the theatre bar.

Images of the interior at The Grand

Over the years the building suffered a gradual physical deterioration which, combined with the sometimes dubious legacy of maintenance work carried out over the years, hiding features and craftsmanship of great historical significance. Phase one of Transformation restored the interior to its former glory and phase two will reveal the beauty of the exterior architecture.


The interior refurbishment of Leeds Grand Theatre is now attracting the best theatre companies and provides a stunning and comfortable environment for audiences. Transformation will restore and reveal the theatre's splendid 'hidden heritage' whilst creating a comfortable environment that enables audiences to relax and enjoy performances to the full.

For more on the history of Leeds Grand Theatre visit the theatres website:
www.leedsgrandtheatre.com

For more details of the refurbishment, please see the Transformation project website.


The Assembly Room

The Assembly Room, an exceptionally beautiful listed building designed to complement the main theatre, was at the heart of the city's social life for a hundred years.

The restoration of the Assembly Room and its façade on New Briggate will create a stunning landmark in a currently neglected area of Leeds. The Assembly Room grand entrance will be brought back into use and the full beauty of the architecture will be revealed.

The restoration, a priceless part of the city's heritage, will provide a space for education workshops and special events, showcasing new talent, and a rehearsal home for the Orchestra of Opera North .

Images of the Assembly Rooms

 

Singers rehearsing in the Assembly Rooms

 
 
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