Next stage in theatre’s half-a-million refurbishment

The curtain has come down – temporarily – at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough as it prepares for the next stage in its development. The venue is under going a £561,000 ‘Transform’ project, funded by £419,222 from Arts Council England, and by donations from the public. Imrpovements include a new foyer, box office and better lighting for the Round. The box office has moved to the OutReach space in Northway until the work is completed. The theatre is due to re-open on March 12 in readiness for its spring programme. Pictured are Stevie Ryan, Jamie Carr, Alex Briggs and Stephanie Dattani. Picture by Richard Ponter 180205a.