Nottingham Playhouse launches fundraiser appeal

Nottingham Playhouse has launched a fundraising campaign in a bid to re-open its doors.

Anyone can donate to the new appeal, which is seeking to raise funds for the overall running of the Playhouse, ensuring it can open again after coronavirus, which has seen productions halted.

Stephanie Sirr, chief executive at Nottingham Playhouse, said: “Like so many charities, Nottingham Playhouse is facing a difficult time. Sone 70% of our income comes from ticket sales and, as we are currently unable to put on productions, we are left in a precarious position. We desperately need the support of the public to get us back on our feet – with doors open, a full programme of work for young and old in the community and a raised curtain. Donations to our Curtain Up appeal will help to revive the great work for which we are known and cherished.”

Adam Penford, artistic director at Nottingham Playhouse, added: “For 70 years, Nottingham Playhouse has entertained and sparked creativity in our city and the East Midlands. Not only do we produce celebrated plays and great nights out, we do a huge amount of work in the community with people of all ages and backgrounds. We also offer employment to a large staff team and many more freelance theatre-makers, who have been hit hardest by this crisis. For all these groups, we need to continue to thrive into the future.”

The Playhouse has also recently gone digital in order to keep supporting creative communities in the East Midlands. This has included releasing video tutorials for choir members, dancers and aspiring painters. It has also shared videos of previous productions, and is encouraging people to catch-up on its podcast, Nottingham Playcast.

Donations to the Curtain Up Fund can be made via the theatre’s website: https://www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/support/curtain-up-appeal/