Somerset Council explores future of Taunton's Brewhouse Theatre after closure
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What happened
The Brewhouse Theatre in Taunton will close on October 31 due to financial difficulties, leading to the formal dissolution of the Taunton Theatre Association. Somerset Council, which owns the freehold, is currently exploring options for the venue's future to continue supporting arts in the area. The closure is expected to result in 23 job losses.
Why it matters
The closure impacts local jobs and the cultural offering of Somerset. Somerset Council is meeting with the Taunton Theatre Association and other partners to determine a way forward for the site.
Who's involved
- Somerset CouncilLocal authority that owns the theatre's freehold and is exploring options for its future.
- TauntonThe city where the Brewhouse Theatre is located and where job losses will occur.
- SomersetThe regional area impacted by the theatre's closure and job losses.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Council takes over maintenance of empty theatre after ACE funding is returned.1 source
Council is exploring options for a theatre's future in Taunton.1 source
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The entities involved
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Taunton
city in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States
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Somerset Council
local authority in England