Tobacco Factory Theatres announces new state of the art performance space

January 22, 2016 Chopsy Baby

The long term future of a popular Bristol theatre and performance space has just been announced.

Tobacco Factory Theatres in Southville, recently closed the Brewery Theatre to the public.

But following concern from theatre goers, it has now been announced that a new theatre project will be running in the same Factory Building as the ground breaking original.

The new 86 seater performance space, will include dressing rooms, soundproofing and state of the art technical facilities to allow performances at both theatres to run at the same time.

Director of Tobacco Factory Theatres, Ali Robertson said: “Having a second, smaller performance space is crucial to who we are, the work that we can do and the impact we can have on both our artistic and public communities. A second, smaller space allows us to present outstanding young talent from emerging artists and companies, as well as cutting edge new writing, wonderfully engaging family shows and riskier less performed work, both from touring companies or as in-house productions.”

“This type of programming has an important impact on inspiring the next generation of theatre makers and audiences.”

Benefits to the plans will also see a larger front of house area and the ability to secure a 999 year lease over both performance spaces.

The new theatre project is strictly subject to funding and more will be revealed over the coming months as funding application results are announced.