Lewisham theatre ‘must close’ for safety reasons

The Broadway Theatre in Catford must close while work is carried out on its building.

The theatre is expected to remain closed for most of Lewisham's year as London Borough of Culture.

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Lewisham Councillor Liam Curran said the works involved "urgent health and safety requirements" – a full electrical rewiring of the building and an asbestos check are needed – and it was not possible or safe to keep the theatre open.