Oldham Coliseum confirms with 'deep sadness' it will close in two weeks despite passionate campaign to save theatre
The iconic Coliseum Theatre has confirmed with ‘deep sadness’ that it will be closing in two weeks despite a passionate campaign backed by actors and residents to save it.
The Coliseum dates back to 1885, beginning life as the Colosseum in the town centre and by the 21st century had become the only surviving professional theatre in the town.
“The outpouring of love for the theatre over the past weeks has been overwhelming, demonstrating the Coliseum’s impact on the communities of Oldham and further afield. “The Coliseum is not the historic building so many have come to adore, it is the company that runs it and the people who fill its halls with memories,” the company added.
Last month Oldham’s cabinet agreed to ‘recommit’ to the development of a replacement new theatre in the borough at a cost of £24.5m – but the venue wouldn’t open until 2026, with a planning application expected in the summer. She added: “When the National Portfolio Organisation decision was announced in November we expected the Coliseum to carry on operating, presumably so did they because they put the tickets on sale for the pantomime.
Coun Taylor confirmed that asbestos does remain a problem throughout the venue , and though safe while undisturbed, would be an issue in the case of any renovation works.
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