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Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds

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Company Research Report: Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds



Company Overview



  • Name: Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds

  • Mission: No information is available.

  • Founded: No information is available.

  • Founders: No information is available.

  • Key People: No specific key people mentioned, although Emma Suckling, as Head of Development, and Zoe Fox, as a Producer, were noted.

  • Headquarters: Westgate St, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1QR

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Known For: Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds is an iconic venue known for being the UK's last working Regency theatre. It is renowned for its in-house pantomime productions, notably drawing significant audiences, particularly during the festive season.


Products



Theatrical and Entertainment Productions



Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds is a producing house that offers a wide array of theatre productions and events:

  • In-House Productions: Known for staging powerful and important plays. Notable past productions include Richard, My Richard, Shirley Valentine, A Christmas Carol, and Around the World in Eighty Days. The theatre emphasizes productions that aid in understanding the world.


  • Pantomime: Their annual pantomime is a major attraction, drawing an audience of 25,000 every year. The 2024 season includes ‘Aladdin’ with a cast known for their extensive experience in theatre and television.


  • Community and Youth Engagement: Provides platforms for local children and young people to perform alongside professionals, as in productions like Goodnight Mister Tom and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.


  • Tours and Collaboration: Engages in co-productions such as with international best-selling author Philippa Gregory for Richard, My Richard, showcasing innovative staging approaches like transforming the theatre 'into the round.'


Recent Developments



  • New Pantomime Production: Launch of 2024 pantomime ‘Aladdin’, featuring a diverse cast with backgrounds in professional dance, musical theatre, and television, such as Samuel Deghkhadirian, Darcy Manning, and Quinn Patrick.


  • Partnerships:

  • Culford School: Sponsors for the 2024 pantomime, enhancing community engagement through support.

  • The Angel Hotel: New partnership offering pre-show dining deals for theatre attendees, strengthening local business ties and enhancing audience experience.


  • Sponsorships and Community Support: The theatre heavily relies on private support and partnerships to maintain financial robustness and continue its cultural offerings. Notable partners include The Angel Hotel and Culford School.


  • Accessibility and Inclusion: The theatre is dedicated to accessibility, offering performances with BSL interpretation, audio description, and more to ensure an inclusive experience for all visitors.


  • Young Company and Auditions: Active involvement in youth development through the Young Company auditions for Aladdin, providing opportunities for young talent aged 9-18 to collaborate with professional casts and directors.


Conclusion



Though detailed financial, mission, and leadership structure information is unavailable, Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds plays a significant cultural role within its community through innovative productions, partnerships, and youth engagement initiatives.