Council ‘exploring options’ for Derby theatre replacement

Derby City Council is "exploring options" for a semi-permanent theatre to replace a local venue in a bad state of repair.

Guildhall Theatre was closed in January 2019 due to problems with the auditorium ceiling. It was expected to reopen later in the year but was in such poor condition that repairs would have threatened its historic infrastructure. 

The council will decide whether to fund a 300 to 400 seat theatre while Guildhall is fixed in the coming weeks.

Councillor Robin Wood, Cabinet Member for Leisure and Culture, said: “At the moment the options are being explored to see what can be done and what is practical. There is strong desire to generate cultural activity in the centre of Derby and this option might help deliver that quickly.”