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Nomination for Best Production - The Mikado
We are delighted to announce that our 2006 production of The Mikado was nominated for Best Production
in the West Midlands area. We were narrowly pipped by the eventual winner, but nevertheless,
we would like to thank our producer Joy Vater and musical director Norma Kift for helping create such
a wonderful, memorable production.
Palace Theatre Restorations
The Palace Theatre in Redditch has recently re-opened after a year-long
restoration after winning a grant of £920,500
from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) as part of a £3.77 million scheme to restore the Grade II listed
theatre to its former glory.
As part of the restoration, many of the internal and external features, such as the
windows, light fixtures and decorations, have been returned to their original 1913 design. The project
also
included
the
removal of all the 1970s additions to the building, and the creation of a new foyer and much improved visitor
facilities.
The building is one of the few remaining historic buildings in Redditch and therefore has great importance
for the town's residents. Experts agree that the Palace is a rare example of Edwardian theatre architecture
and is one of only six examples that can be wholly attributed to its famous designer Bertie Crewe.
The Palace Theatre is, once again, one of the finest examples of an Edwardian theatre in the
country.
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