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Forum Theatre raises curtain on live performances

Romiley's Forum Theatre has revealed its updated schedule of events to mark the return of live performances to the Stockport venue after the disruption of Covid-19. Live theatre returned to the Forum with 'Shrek the Musical,' the first post-lockdown performance without restrictions in … [Read more...]

The Light Stockport goes Big for Bond

The Light Stockport have announced their plans to celebrate the release of the latest James Bond film with a Red Carpet Event; a premiere-style evening where the guests are the stars. Those watching No Time To Die on opening night (30th September) will experience a red-carpet event and are … [Read more...]

‘Arts centre on wheels’ visits Bramall Hall

Cap and Dove, a unique mobile arts centre, is on its way to Stockport's Bramall Hall this September, commissioned by Greater Manchester Arts and GMCA, and led by Stockport Museums. Exhibitions, performance and activities will hop aboard and take place around Cap and Dove, to provide moments of … [Read more...]

Government backed insurance scheme launches for events sector

A £750 million government-backed insurance scheme is to launch to give the entertainment and events sector confidence to plan live events in the coming months and into next year. Despite the easing of coronavirus restrictions, the challenges of securing insurance during the pandemic is proving a … [Read more...]

CDL helps pioneer virtual orchestra

A project sponsored by Stockport-based technology firm CDL has seen professional musicians from the Northern Chamber Orchestra and students from local schools form a virtual orchestra to compose and record an uplifting composition entirely remotely. The aim of the project was to create a piece of … [Read more...]

The Light Cinema submits bowling alley plans for Redrock

Stockport cinema, The Light, has submitted plans to see adjacent units in the Redrock leisure complex converted into a new bowling centre for the town. The Light Cinemas group has sought planning permission for a change of use of three currently unoccupied retail units within the Redrock … [Read more...]

Forum Theatre awarded See It Safely mark

Romiley's Forum Theatre has been granted the use of the Society of London Theatre & UK Theatre's 'See It Safely' mark in recognition of its Covid-safe practices. The See It Safely mark certifies that the theatre is complying with the latest Government and industry Covid-19 guidelines and best … [Read more...]

Government releases final package of Culture Recovery Fund

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has announced that applications are due to open for the remaining £300 million of the Culture Recovery Fund. The Culture Recovery Fund was set up to provide £2 billion of support to the culture, heritage and creative sectors during the Covid-19 pandemic; the sector … [Read more...]

Central Library prepares to welcome back visitors

Stockport's historic Central Library is preparing to reopen, subject to the national easing of coronavirus restrictions which are planned for later this month. The library has been closed since March last year, as despite the easing of restrictions, the nature of the historic building has meant … [Read more...]

Stockport’s digital radio revolution marches on

Stockport has been chosen as one of several towns to host their own Digital Radio transmission site. The platform known as Small Scale DAB (SSDAB) will be launched later this year and offer greater access for large and small stations alike to be heard across the area. Up until now there has … [Read more...]