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Harrogate Theatre restored to former glory

16 October 2007

Work to restore Harrogate Theatre to its former glory is nearing completion, according to new reports.
 
It will have taken 13 weeks in total to restore the Victorian decor inside the 107 year old theatre’s main auditorium.
 
Scheduled for completion at the end of this month, the new auditorium’s ornate facades have been fully restored and theatregoers will benefit from plush new seats, carpets and heating.
 
David Brown, Chief Executive of the theatre, told the Harrogate Advertiser: ‘Everyone associated with the theatre is very excited at the prospect of opening again in two weeks’ time. The auditorium, which has been our main focus during this first phase of refurbishment, is where our audiences will really notice a difference; however, plans are already shaping up to address the rest of the building over the next three years.’
The auditorium will be able to seat 495 people on three levels and four boxes and is available for hire from £1 300 per day.

Following its restoration, Harrogate Theatre says that it is eagerly anticipating the pantomime season, and this year it will tell the classic story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

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