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Post by stevejohnson678 on Mar 16, 2020 22:24:57 GMT
Southwark Playhouse (where The Last Five Years went ahead this evening) have announced all performances are cancelled for the next eight weeks.
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Post by winonaforever on Mar 16, 2020 22:32:26 GMT
Southwark Playhouse (where The Last Five Years went ahead this evening) have announced all performances are cancelled for the next eight weeks. I thought as much, and was surprised that it went ahead tonight. I'm really glad I got to see it a couple of weeks ago.
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Post by talkingheads on Mar 16, 2020 23:12:49 GMT
Interestingly despite the suspensions, you can still buy tickets on the ATG website!
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Post by amp09 on Mar 16, 2020 23:30:06 GMT
Interestingly despite the suspensions, you can still buy tickets on the ATG website! Give them a chance, it’s a massive blow to be dealt. I run a cinema, and these daily occurrences are incredibly difficult to manage. We’ve had to deal with Bond, A Quiet Place, Met Opera and now ROH Live all being pulled, and trust me, it’s not been easy. I’m sure they’re working as best they can to deal with everything and will get to it when they can.
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Post by perfectspy on Mar 16, 2020 23:33:35 GMT
The Riverside studios who were going to stay open till the 24th have now decided to close immediately.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 16, 2020 23:36:49 GMT
No notice from them yet, but the Palladium site says events have been suspended indefinitely and that they hope to provide an update in the next few days.
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Post by crowblack on Mar 16, 2020 23:43:44 GMT
Manchester's Home theatre/cinema/gallery complex has closed, and Liverpool's FACT has closed its galleries though at the mo I think the cinema bit is still open (not clear on this - it's a Picturehouse franchise so maybe it's not up to them?).
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Post by couldileaveyou on Mar 16, 2020 23:56:40 GMT
The Almeida is still pondering, but it's dark for the next two weeks so it doesn't make a difference atm. I'm surprised the king's head theatre hasn't announced anything yet.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2020 9:36:20 GMT
ATG venues all shows suspended And yet 14 hours after the announcement they are STILL selling tickets for tonight’s performances of Six in Brighton and Back to the Future in Manchester!
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Post by anita on Mar 17, 2020 10:08:57 GMT
Really worried that "Hairspray" may not occur next month.
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Post by couldileaveyou on Mar 17, 2020 10:20:42 GMT
King's Head Theatre closed till April 11th, so I imagine the rest of the run of Iolante and Naked Boys Singing are cancelled
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Post by altamont on Mar 17, 2020 10:23:40 GMT
Coronet closed until further notice -
We have all been watching as the COVID-19 pandemic has evolved and impacted our lives. Like many other theatres, we at The Coronet Theatre want to do everything we can to protect the health and wellbeing of our audiences, artists, actors and theatre team while continuing to present outstanding drama, but have now taken the sad but necessary decision to cancel all performances of Afterplay. The theatre will remain closed until further notice. For those who hold tickets for future performances, we will contact you over the next few days with options to receive a refund, to credit the ticket price towards a future production, or help us by donating the price of the ticket. We are an unsubsidised venue, and whilst we completely understand that for some this will not be possible, we appreciate the support of those who can. We are paying close attention to the situation and government advice, and will re-open when it is safe to do so.
We wish everyone the very best for the difficult weeks ahead. We are working on ways to get some of our art to you in a safe and sound way - stay tuned.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2020 10:28:53 GMT
All the Tates are closing until 1st May
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Post by couldileaveyou on Mar 17, 2020 10:36:00 GMT
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Post by altamont on Mar 17, 2020 10:45:26 GMT
And Jermyn Street too now
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Post by crowblack on Mar 17, 2020 10:53:56 GMT
The Almeida is still pondering Daddy has a pool on stage, a big cast and a warning front row audience might get splashed. They can't really be going ahead, surely?
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Post by FrontroverPaul on Mar 17, 2020 11:01:48 GMT
Curve Theatre Leicester closed until further notice. Their website states "closed to the general public for the rest of the week" but seems unlikely to reopen any time soon.
(I was scheduled to travel to Manchester by train tomorrow to see Back To The Future and Zorro, stay overnight at a Travelodge there, then train to Leicester to see Phantom Of The Opera Thursday matinee. Only Zorro remains as of now. Much as I'd like to see Zorro it's hardly essential travel so staying at home. I can get a refund of most travel costs and transfer the Travelodge booking to a future date at the same hotel in the hope I'll be able to see at least one show then.)
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Post by dominion99 on Mar 17, 2020 11:03:58 GMT
Really worried that "Hairspray" may not occur next month.
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Post by djdan14 on Mar 17, 2020 11:14:31 GMT
Odeon Cinemas now shut
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Post by talkingheads on Mar 17, 2020 12:43:47 GMT
Cineworld and Picturehouse cinemas closed
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Post by robertb213 on Mar 17, 2020 12:59:31 GMT
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Post by oxfordsimon on Mar 17, 2020 13:10:34 GMT
Oxford Playhouse has gone dark until 2and May at least.
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Post by TallPaul on Mar 17, 2020 13:37:09 GMT
All performances at Sheffield Theatres cancelled until 5 April at the earliest. The physical Box Office, cafe and bar also all closed until further notice.
Leeds Playhouse and Hull Truck, where I was due to be tomorrow and Thursday, have also cancelled performances for this week, with further updates to follow.
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Post by david on Mar 17, 2020 13:48:34 GMT
Liverpool Playhouse and Everyman has now gone dark -
Hello,
We appreciate many of you have been waiting to hear our response to this tricky time we are currently facing globally. After careful consideration and in line with official Government advice of last night, stipulating that people should avoid public buildings including theatres to help slow the spread of coronavirus, from today we regret to announce Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse theatres will be postponing its shows at both venues until this advice changes.
As a public space, we have a duty of care to our audiences, our cast members and our staff. Your safety takes the utmost priority over our shows.
Northern Broadsides’ production of Quality Street at the Playhouse will no longer go ahead and you will be contacted in due course and are of course entitled to a refund.
As a registered charity and like many other theatres, we rely on goodwill and support to keep our theatres going. Some of our patrons and audience members have chosen to decline their refund in favour of supporting our charitable activities at this difficult time. If you felt you could do the same we would be eternally grateful. Our Box Office team will discuss the options with you when they contact you about your refund process.
Please bear in mind that our Box Office and other customer service teams are extremely busy and your patience during this difficult time is greatly appreciated. Calls will be made in performance date order.
Thank you as always for your continued support of our theatres. When it is safe and sensible to do so, we are looking forward to welcoming you through our doors once again.
We appreciate that theatre and the creative industries are often the lifeblood of a healthy creative society. We at E&P are determined to keep supporting healthy creative lives in all we do during this difficult period for our staff, our creatives, our audiences and the sector as a whole
Please check our website for further updates as the situation evolves.
Everyman & Playhouse x
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Post by Xanderl on Mar 17, 2020 14:02:03 GMT
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Post by LaLuPone on Mar 17, 2020 14:20:28 GMT
Has the Hippodrome Casino made a statement yet? I’m meant to be seeing Sarah O’Connor at Lola’s downstairs next Sunday but I don’t see it going ahead obviously, just want to hear something official.
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Post by robertb213 on Mar 17, 2020 14:31:24 GMT
Kilworth House cancelling both summer productions in full.
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Post by malvolio on Mar 17, 2020 15:13:56 GMT
Even Qustion Time is now, losing their audience, moreover and I didn’t think of this at that is studio audiences, like the new Ready, Steady, Cook and The One Show. Would this put in doubt shows like the brilliant Chase and Pointless now?
Not only can we not go to the theatre, watch any sports and general participation television seems to being axed. So enjoy self your isolation, doing squat.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 17, 2020 15:18:15 GMT
Even Qustion Time is now, losing their audience, moreover and I didn’t think of this at that is studio audiences, like the new Ready, Steady, Cook and The One Show. Would this put in doubt shows like the brilliant Chase and Pointless now? Not only can we not go to the theatre, watch any sports and general participation television seems to being axed. So enjoy self your isolation, doing squat. Or squats!
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Post by stevejohnson678 on Mar 17, 2020 15:30:34 GMT
It's heartbreaking isn't it, reading the social media announcements from so many venues we know and love, where so many memories have been made, as they close their doors and face such an uncertain future.
As sad as it is to no longer have the chance to see some of the productions I’d booked for in the coming weeks, I’m mindful that in the scheme of things that disappointment is inconsequential compared to the circumstances of those who would usually be performing, working backstage or front of house, as well as those running venues or theatre companies, whose jobs, businesses and livelihoods are at stake.
The tweets from Rose Wardlaw, who was appearing in Blithe Spirit at Duke of York’s, was one example that really hit home with me last night about the impact yesterday’s events will have on those who find themselves suddenly unemployed.
Certainly, for those shows I had booked by smaller professional theatre companies in the coming weeks, such as The Wardrobe Ensemble’s Last of the Pelican Daughters and Colla Voce Theatre’s You and I, both at The Lowry, I won’t be seeking a refund for my tickets.
The last week or so has certainly made me realise how much we should appreciate everything (and everyone) we have. While uncertain and worrying times lie ahead, it’s the thought of getting back to the theatre later in the year that will provide hope of something to look forward to once we’ve weathered the Covid-19 storm. I’m thinking of this like an interval and hoping that it won’t be too long before the safety curtain is raised, the audience can re-take their seats, and the next act can begin.
Stay safe and well everyone.
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