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GENEROUS GARFIELD WESTON FOUNDATION AWARD GETS THE PEOPLE’S THEATRE A STEP CLOSER
The People’s Theatre in Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, has just been awarded a major grant by the
Garfield Weston Foundation. The £75,000 grant will contribute towards a £1.6m
redevelopment starting this year.
The ambitious plan will transform the front of the
building, create a fully accessible studio theatre at ground level, full
mobility access, zoned lighting, upgraded heating and ventilation systems and
an improved foyer and exterior.
The Garfield Weston Foundation aims to be
responsive to where need is greatest. On average, approximately 1,500 charities
across the UK benefit each year from grants made by the
Foundation ranging from the smallest community and volunteer projects through
to large national organisations, however, the common themes are charities that
demonstrate quality and excellence with projects that have clear outcomes and
benefits, good leadership and sensible business plans.
Tony Childs, for the People’s Theatre, said: “We are delighted that the Garfield Weston
Foundation has decided to support the People’s Theatre. This grant is a significant milestone towards
our goal. With the Foundation’s contribution secured we have now raised over
£700,000.
“Anyone wishing to donate towards the
redevelopment, please get in touch with our fundraiser, Gill, on 07715358955 or
by emailing: fundraising@peoplestheatre.org.uk we would be very pleased to hear
from you”
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