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'''The Park Theatre''' opened on 8 May 2013 in [[Finsbury Park, London]].<ref name=HackneyGazetteMar2013>Cecilia Sundstrom, [http://www.hackneygazette.co.uk/news/psychopaths_nudity_and_maureen_lipman_launch_new_finsbury_park_theatre_1_1993983 "Psychopaths, nudity and Maureen Lipman launch new Finsbury Park theatre"], ''Hackney Gazette'', 27 March 2013. Retrieved 2013-04-01.</ref> Described as "a neighbourhood theatre with global ambition," it offers a mixed programme of new writing, classics, and musicals. As well as the main auditorium seating 200, the building includes a 90-seat studio theatre, a rehearsal space and a Café Bar.<ref>http://www.arthurlloyd.co.uk/FinsburyPark.htm#park</ref> |
'''The Park Theatre''' opened on 8 May 2013 in [[Finsbury Park, London]].<ref name=HackneyGazetteMar2013>Cecilia Sundstrom, [http://www.hackneygazette.co.uk/news/psychopaths_nudity_and_maureen_lipman_launch_new_finsbury_park_theatre_1_1993983 "Psychopaths, nudity and Maureen Lipman launch new Finsbury Park theatre"], ''Hackney Gazette'', 27 March 2013. Retrieved 2013-04-01.</ref> Described as "a neighbourhood theatre with global ambition," it offers a mixed programme of new writing, classics, and musicals. As well as the main auditorium seating 200, the building includes a 90-seat studio theatre, a rehearsal space and a Café Bar.<ref>{{Cite web| last = Matthew Lloyd| title = Theatres in Finsbury Park, London: Park Theatre| work = www.arthurlloyd.co.uk - The Music Hall and Theatre History Website| accessdate = 2017-01-17| date = 2016| url = http://www.arthurlloyd.co.uk/FinsburyPark.htm#park}}</ref> |
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==Building== |
==Building== |
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In November 2009, Artistic Director Jez Bond and Creative Director Melli Bond acquired a disused three-storey office building at 11-13 Clifton Terrace.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.parktheatre.co.uk/index.php?p=1_3_About | title=About | publisher=ParkTheatre | year=2010 | accessdate=14 April 2011}}</ref> Planning permission was granted in October 2010.<ref>{{citation | url=http://www.hornseyjournal.co.uk/news/finsbury_park_theatre_s_cue_to_open_1_712234 | title=Finsbury Park theatre’s cue to open | first=Tom | last=Marshall | newspaper=Hornsey, Crouch End and Muswell Hill Journal | publisher=Archant Ltd | date=29 October 2010}}</ref> The theatre was designed by David Hughes<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/store/assets/0000/2424/TTTConferenceReport11.pdf|work=Theatre's Trust | title=Converting Spaces - Creating Theatres}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/events/conference-11/welcome|work=Theatre's Trust | title=Converting Spaces~Creating Theatres}}</ref> with assistance from theatre consultants Charcoal Blue.<ref name=Trust>{{cite web | url=http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/store/assets/0000/1833/20100826_response.pdf | format=PDF | title=Laurel Leaf House, 11-13 Clifton Terrace, Islington, London N4 3JP Application ref: P101570 | first=Mark James | last=Price | publisher=The Theatres Trust | date=26 August 2010 | accessdate=14 April 2011}}</ref> Following a campaign supported by prominent theatre figures such as Sir [[Ian McKellen]] and [[Alan Rickman]], the £2.6m cost was met by private donors and by the sale of flats built above the theatre.<ref name=Loeb>{{citation | first=Josh | last=Loeb | title=Oasis of arts planned for Finsbury Park’s ‘cultural desert’ | url=http://www.islingtontribune.com/news/2010/jul/oasis-arts-planned-finsbury-park’s-‘cultural-desert’ | newspaper = [[Islington Tribune]] | date=9 July 2010 |
In November 2009, Artistic Director Jez Bond and Creative Director Melli Bond acquired a disused three-storey office building at 11-13 Clifton Terrace.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.parktheatre.co.uk/index.php?p=1_3_About | title=About | publisher=ParkTheatre | year=2010 | accessdate=14 April 2011}}</ref> Planning permission was granted in October 2010.<ref>{{citation | url=http://www.hornseyjournal.co.uk/news/finsbury_park_theatre_s_cue_to_open_1_712234 | title=Finsbury Park theatre’s cue to open | first=Tom | last=Marshall | newspaper=Hornsey, Crouch End and Muswell Hill Journal | publisher=Archant Ltd | date=29 October 2010}}</ref> The theatre was designed by David Hughes<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/store/assets/0000/2424/TTTConferenceReport11.pdf|work=Theatre's Trust | title=Converting Spaces - Creating Theatres}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/events/conference-11/welcome|work=Theatre's Trust | title=Converting Spaces~Creating Theatres}}</ref> with assistance from theatre consultants Charcoal Blue.<ref name=Trust>{{cite web | url=http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/store/assets/0000/1833/20100826_response.pdf | format=PDF | title=Laurel Leaf House, 11-13 Clifton Terrace, Islington, London N4 3JP Application ref: P101570 | first=Mark James | last=Price | publisher=The Theatres Trust | date=26 August 2010 | accessdate=14 April 2011}}</ref> Following a campaign supported by prominent theatre figures such as Sir [[Ian McKellen]] and [[Alan Rickman]], the £2.6m cost was met by private donors and by the sale of flats built above the theatre.<ref name=Loeb>{{citation | first=Josh | last=Loeb | title=Oasis of arts planned for Finsbury Park’s ‘cultural desert’ | url=http://www.islingtontribune.com/news/2010/jul/oasis-arts-planned-finsbury-park’s-‘cultural-desert’ | newspaper = [[Islington Tribune]] | date=9 July 2010}}</ref><ref name=IsTribuneFeb2012>{{cite web|url=http://www.islingtontribune.com/news/2012/feb/sir-ian-mckellen-and-rupert-everett-visit-park-theatre-it-moves-closer-opening-date|work=Islington Tribune | title= Sir Ian McKellen and Rupert Everett visit Park Theatre as it moves closer to opening date}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.islingtongazette.co.uk news/finsbury_park_theatre_development_appeals_for_more_funding_1_1140699|work=Islington Gazette | title=Finsbury Park theatre development appeals for more funding}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web| last = Bond| first = Jez| title = Truly, Madly, Alan| work = Park Theatre Blog| accessdate = 2017-01-17| date = 2016-02-08| url = https://www.parktheatre.co.uk/blog/truly-madly-alan}}</ref> |
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The two auditoria, Park200 and Park90, have natural light which can be blacked out electronically. Park200 is a [[thrust stage]] with fixed seating on three sides, and can be configured for “theatre in the round.” Park90’s flexible seating can be laid out in a range of configurations. |
The two auditoria, Park200 and Park90, have natural light which can be blacked out electronically. Park200 is a [[thrust stage]] with fixed seating on three sides, and can be configured for “theatre in the round.” Park90’s flexible seating can be laid out in a range of configurations. |
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Reflecting its unsubsidized status, Park Theatre has presented the majority of its productions as a host venue under rental agreements, while planning to stage more in-house productions as funds become available. Highlights of the opening season included the UK premiere of These Shining Lives by [[Melanie Marnich]] with cast which included [[Honeysuckle Weeks]] and [[Charity Wakefield]] and the world premiere of [[Oliver Cotton]]'s Daytona, starring [[Maureen Lipman]], which then toured the UK. |
Reflecting its unsubsidized status, Park Theatre has presented the majority of its productions as a host venue under rental agreements, while planning to stage more in-house productions as funds become available. Highlights of the opening season included the UK premiere of These Shining Lives by [[Melanie Marnich]] with cast which included [[Honeysuckle Weeks]] and [[Charity Wakefield]] and the world premiere of [[Oliver Cotton]]'s Daytona, starring [[Maureen Lipman]], which then toured the UK. |
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Park Theatre won the The Stage's Fringe Theatre of the Year Award for |
Park Theatre won the The Stage's Fringe Theatre of the Year Award for 2015.<ref>{{Cite web| last = Hemley| first = Matthew| title = Sonia Friedman, Young Vic and Southampton's Nuffield triumph at Stage Awards 2015| work = The Stage| accessdate = 2017-01-17| date = 2015-01-30| url = https://www.thestage.co.uk/news/2015/sonia-friedman-young-vic-southamptons-nuffield-triumph-stage-awards-2015/}}</ref> |
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==Script Accelerator== |
==Script Accelerator== |
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Park Theatre's Script Accelerator programme began in 2013, inviting producers or theatre companies to pitch a play they would like to develop.<ref>http://www.islingtonfacesblog.com/2016/07/27/melli-bond-park-theatres-script-accelerator-2016-opens/</ref> Six are selected each year. Each producer selects actors and a director, and is given professional advice and working time within the building to develop the script. The four-weeks process culminates with a 20 minute critiqued presentation of each piece to an audience in Park200. Some scripts have gone on to full productions. Michael Ross's Happy to Help, a Script Accelerator selection in 2014, played in Park90's regular season during June/July 2016.<ref>http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Review-HAPPY-TO-HELP-Park-Theatre-March-16-2016-20160617</ref> |
Park Theatre's Script Accelerator programme began in 2013, inviting producers or theatre companies to pitch a play they would like to develop.<ref>{{Cite web| last = Nicola Baird| title = Melli Bond: Park Theatre's Script Accelerator 2016 opens| work = Islington Faces| accessdate = 2017-01-17| url = http://www.islingtonfacesblog.com/2016/07/27/melli-bond-park-theatres-script-accelerator-2016-opens/}}</ref> Six are selected each year. Each producer selects actors and a director, and is given professional advice and working time within the building to develop the script. The four-weeks process culminates with a 20 minute critiqued presentation of each piece to an audience in Park200. Some scripts have gone on to full productions. Michael Ross's Happy to Help, a Script Accelerator selection in 2014, played in Park90's regular season during June/July 2016.<ref>{{Cite web| last = Gary Naylor| title = BWW Review: HAPPY TO HELP, Park Theatre, March 16 2016| work = BroadwayWorld.Com - UK Regional| accessdate = 2017-01-17| date = 2016-03-17| url = http://www.broadwayworld.com/uk-regional/article/BWW-Review-HAPPY-TO-HELP-Park-Theatre-March-16-2016-20160617}}</ref> |
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==Social responsibility== |
==Social responsibility== |
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Like many of London’s independent theatres, Park Theatre aims to be both a good neighbour locally and a progressive social influence. With donor support, it discounts a substantial number of tickets for local residents and schools each season, and runs acting classes for local children (Playground Players) and adults (Park Players). In 2016 it began a [[Reminiscence therapy]] programe for people affected by dementia and their carers. The theatre has a policy of transparency and [[open-book accounting]] for both in-house and incoming productions, in an effort to ensure that actors are properly paid.<ref name=GuardianFeb2012></ref> |
Like many of London’s independent theatres, Park Theatre aims to be both a good neighbour locally and a progressive social influence. With donor support, it discounts a substantial number of tickets for local residents and schools each season, and runs acting classes for local children (Playground Players) and adults (Park Players). In 2016 it began a [[Reminiscence therapy]] programe for people affected by dementia and their carers. The theatre has a policy of transparency and [[open-book accounting]] for both in-house and incoming productions, in an effort to ensure that actors are properly paid.<ref name=GuardianFeb2012>{{cite news|url=https://www.theguardian.com/stage/theatreblog/2012/feb/07/fringe-theatre-open-accountable|work=The Guardian | title=Should theatres open up their accounts? | location=London|first=Lyn|last=Gardner|date=7 February 2012}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 17:14, 17 January 2017
Location | 11 Clifton Terrace Finsbury Park London, N4 3JP |
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Coordinates | 51°33′57″N 0°06′31″W / 51.5657°N 0.1085°W |
Public transit | Finsbury Park |
Construction | |
Opened | 2013 |
Architect | David Hughes |
Website | |
www.parktheatre.co.uk |
The Park Theatre opened on 8 May 2013 in Finsbury Park, London.[1] Described as "a neighbourhood theatre with global ambition," it offers a mixed programme of new writing, classics, and musicals. As well as the main auditorium seating 200, the building includes a 90-seat studio theatre, a rehearsal space and a Café Bar.[2]
Building
In November 2009, Artistic Director Jez Bond and Creative Director Melli Bond acquired a disused three-storey office building at 11-13 Clifton Terrace.[3] Planning permission was granted in October 2010.[4] The theatre was designed by David Hughes[5][6] with assistance from theatre consultants Charcoal Blue.[7] Following a campaign supported by prominent theatre figures such as Sir Ian McKellen and Alan Rickman, the £2.6m cost was met by private donors and by the sale of flats built above the theatre.[8][9][10][11]
The two auditoria, Park200 and Park90, have natural light which can be blacked out electronically. Park200 is a thrust stage with fixed seating on three sides, and can be configured for “theatre in the round.” Park90’s flexible seating can be laid out in a range of configurations. The Morris Space on the third floor is used for workshops, classes, and performances for up to 60 people. Backstage are three dressing rooms, a green room, wardrobe, offices and prop stores.[7] The Café Bar also hosts occasional cabaret and songwriting performances.
Productions
Reflecting its unsubsidized status, Park Theatre has presented the majority of its productions as a host venue under rental agreements, while planning to stage more in-house productions as funds become available. Highlights of the opening season included the UK premiere of These Shining Lives by Melanie Marnich with cast which included Honeysuckle Weeks and Charity Wakefield and the world premiere of Oliver Cotton's Daytona, starring Maureen Lipman, which then toured the UK.
Park Theatre won the The Stage's Fringe Theatre of the Year Award for 2015.[12]
Script Accelerator
Park Theatre's Script Accelerator programme began in 2013, inviting producers or theatre companies to pitch a play they would like to develop.[13] Six are selected each year. Each producer selects actors and a director, and is given professional advice and working time within the building to develop the script. The four-weeks process culminates with a 20 minute critiqued presentation of each piece to an audience in Park200. Some scripts have gone on to full productions. Michael Ross's Happy to Help, a Script Accelerator selection in 2014, played in Park90's regular season during June/July 2016.[14]
Social responsibility
Like many of London’s independent theatres, Park Theatre aims to be both a good neighbour locally and a progressive social influence. With donor support, it discounts a substantial number of tickets for local residents and schools each season, and runs acting classes for local children (Playground Players) and adults (Park Players). In 2016 it began a Reminiscence therapy programe for people affected by dementia and their carers. The theatre has a policy of transparency and open-book accounting for both in-house and incoming productions, in an effort to ensure that actors are properly paid.[15]
References
- ^ Cecilia Sundstrom, "Psychopaths, nudity and Maureen Lipman launch new Finsbury Park theatre", Hackney Gazette, 27 March 2013. Retrieved 2013-04-01.
- ^ Matthew Lloyd (2016). "Theatres in Finsbury Park, London: Park Theatre". www.arthurlloyd.co.uk - The Music Hall and Theatre History Website. Retrieved 2017-01-17.
- ^ "About". ParkTheatre. 2010. Retrieved 14 April 2011.
- ^ Marshall, Tom (29 October 2010), "Finsbury Park theatre's cue to open", Hornsey, Crouch End and Muswell Hill Journal, Archant Ltd
- ^ "Converting Spaces - Creating Theatres" (PDF). Theatre's Trust.
- ^ "Converting Spaces~Creating Theatres". Theatre's Trust.
- ^ a b Price, Mark James (26 August 2010). "Laurel Leaf House, 11-13 Clifton Terrace, Islington, London N4 3JP Application ref: P101570" (PDF). The Theatres Trust. Retrieved 14 April 2011.
- ^ Loeb, Josh (9 July 2010), "Oasis of arts planned for Finsbury Park's 'cultural desert'", Islington Tribune
- ^ "Sir Ian McKellen and Rupert Everett visit Park Theatre as it moves closer to opening date". Islington Tribune.
- ^ news/finsbury_park_theatre_development_appeals_for_more_funding_1_1140699 "Finsbury Park theatre development appeals for more funding". Islington Gazette.
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value (help) - ^ Bond, Jez (2016-02-08). "Truly, Madly, Alan". Park Theatre Blog. Retrieved 2017-01-17.
- ^ Hemley, Matthew (2015-01-30). "Sonia Friedman, Young Vic and Southampton's Nuffield triumph at Stage Awards 2015". The Stage. Retrieved 2017-01-17.
- ^ Nicola Baird. "Melli Bond: Park Theatre's Script Accelerator 2016 opens". Islington Faces. Retrieved 2017-01-17.
- ^ Gary Naylor (2016-03-17). "BWW Review: HAPPY TO HELP, Park Theatre, March 16 2016". BroadwayWorld.Com - UK Regional. Retrieved 2017-01-17.
- ^ Gardner, Lyn (7 February 2012). "Should theatres open up their accounts?". The Guardian. London.
External links
- Official website
- Photos before construction started
- Cross-section from David Hughes