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Government funding has been secured for two key cultural projects in Derby, paving the way for the restoration of the historic Guildhall Theatre, and Derby Theatre’s redevelopment project.
Sign-off of £20 million of UK Government funding, which was put on hold when the General Election was called, has now been confirmed by the Ministry of Communities, Housing and Local Government (MCHLG).
Partners Derby City Council, the University of Derby and Derby Theatre will now work to develop their plans for the two buildings.
Half of the funding, £10 million, will go towards bringing the Grade II listed Guildhall Theatre back into use. Further funding has been allocated from the Council’s capital budget, and opportunities for match funding are being explored.
Councillor Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council and Cabinet Member for City Centre, Regeneration, Strategy and Policy, said: “It is fantastic news that this much-needed funding has been secured for our city. Now we can look towards restoring one of our historic buildings and create more space for community-led arts groups to perform right in the city’s cultural heart.”
The other half of the funding will go towards a new accessible and flexible studio theatre adjoining the current building
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