The history of the Leeds Playhouse dates back to 1970. The current theatre was opened in 1990 on the site of what was once a notorious slum and later the 'Quarry Hill Flats' (a huge 1930s social housing complex that was demolished in 1978). The surrounding area has also attracted several other cultural organisations, including BBC Yorkshire, Northern Ballet, Leeds Conservatoire and part of Leeds City College. The theatre has been renovated in recent months, and now has a bright, colourful entrance that overlooks the city centre. The building has two auditoriums and, as well as being a showcase for theatre productions, it aims to act as a creative hub for the city, working with both established theatre practitioners (writers, actors etc) and new voices and with community groups, schools, local organisations and those further afield.
I do like this exterior.
ReplyDeleteI like the colored forms...a nice alternative to steel and glass.
ReplyDeleteThat's rather more attractive and colourful than many buildings of its era.
ReplyDeleteIt is nice & bright!
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