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Rapid Covid-19 tests could be the key to reopening theatres, pubs and clubs as Boris Johnson eyes plan to get Britain moving again Boris Johnson described nightclubs and theatres as ‘toughest nut to crack’ He highlighted those places had not been able to reopen last year Mr Johnson offered hope mass vaccination could help them … Read more
It has been a torrid year for theatres in London’s West End and further afield, having been mostly shut since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. And these photographs will remind audiences what they have been missing, providing a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at what goes on backstage – from elegant dressing rooms to the congested … Read more
Theatres in London’s West End were today they can throw open their doors once more ahead of Christmas – but dozens of theatres across England have been left in despair in the wake of tough new restrictions. Government ministers today announced London will fall under Tier 2 restrictions when the national lockdown measures end on … Read more
Theatres could reopen in the spring: Oliver Dowden pushes for ‘not before’ date in March or April to give producers time to plan Oliver Dowden told MPs it was not possible to give a firm date for reopening He defended the London Palladium over controversy about recent performances The plan is to organise theatre so that … Read more
Pantomimes are back… oh yes they are! Traditional festive stage shows will return in time for Christmas as theatres get cash for seats they must leave empty The National Lottery operator approached Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden Cash-strapped theatres will receive money from a private fund to cover costs Pantomimes are expected to take place at … Read more
Simon Cowell is set to throw his support behind the struggling theatre industry with a star-studded West End performance in the Britain’s Got Talent final. The performance – which will air live this weekend – will feature stage stars including Michael Ball, Matt Lucas and even Amanda Holden herself, performing songs from iconic musicals such … Read more
The show MUST go on: It’s time to raise the curtain on our theatres again, ministers are told Many theatres unable to reopen because social distancing made it unviable Andrew Lloyd Webber said that the arts sector had reached ‘a point of no return’ Theatres that have been able to open have had to make … Read more
There is finally some good news for theatre-lovers, with a West End group revealing it is set to reopen its venues from next month. Theatres have been closed since the lockdown was introduced, with thespians warning of the devastating impact of social distancing on the industry. However, there are finally some green shoots of recovery … Read more
Government is planning ‘SEAT out to help out’ plan with cut-price tickets to get theatres open and fans back in sports grounds Ministers are looking at plans encouraging crowds into theatres and stadiums The Eat Out To Help Out scheme could be reformed into ‘Seat Out To Help Out’ One idea is discounted meals on … Read more
Blow to West End as Les Miserables and Hamilton producer Sir Cameron Mackintosh makes 200 staff redundant from his theatres English theatres able to open to open for the first time since lockdown yesterday But social distancing measures mean many owners say it’s not financially viable Sir Cameron said openings may have to be pushed … Read more