Demolition of Telford Theatre's auditorium begins as part of major redevelopment
Work to demolish the main theatre hall in Oakengates in preparation for a state-of-the-art new theatre is now under way.
Telford Theatre in Oakengates closed in March last year as the borough council began work to transform the 1960s shopping precinct into a "modern, welcoming shopping experience".
At the centre of the 'Theatre Quarter project' is the major transformation of Telford Theatre itself, which Telford & Wrekin Council hopes will bring additional footfall to the town.
Plans feature a new foyer, bar and dining area, a second smaller studio theatre seating 98 people, a community art room and upgraded backstage facilities.
The main auditorium will also be redeveloped into a two-tiered venue with an expanded capacity of 756 seats.
Preparatory work has already been completed including the demolition of the old Oakengates nursery and a soft stripping of the main auditorium.
Now contractor Garvey Demolition has begun demolishing the main theatre hall which has stood at the centre of Oakengates for decades.
