Prince Edward named Reading Rep’s patron

Berkshire’s Reading Rep Theatre has announced PRINCE EDWARD as Royal Patron. 

Prince Edward, the youngest child of Queen Elizabeth II, worked in theatre and television production prior to becoming a full-time working member of the royal family in 2002. 

PAUL STACEY, Artistic Director of Reading Rep, called it a huge privilege to welcome Prince Edward to Reading Rep Theatre.
 
“The prince has shown incredible support for arts and culture, and his recognition and support of Reading Rep, and the work we do on stage and in the community, is humbling. We are excited to work with the prince in forwarding our shared goals and aspirations for art and culture in Reading,” Stacey said. 

Prince Edward said Reading Rep is rapidly becoming an integral part of the arts scene in Reading for three reasons: “It is creating pathways to the performing arts for young people, regardless of background; it is introducing new audiences to the performing arts through its outreach and access activities; and it is a space providing an alternative venue for creative and production talents to hone their skills.”

"I look forward to helping with reinforcing this theatre’s inspiring work in the local community and to supporting its future endeavours,” he also added.