The Gaiety Theatre will close on Sunday 4th February 2007 for five months to undertake the biggest refurbishment scheme the Theatre has seen in its history. The works will include the complete rebuild of the stage to include enlargement of orchestra, stage and scenery flying accommodation. Other works will include dressing room upgrades, fire upgrades throughout the premises, roof works and refurbishment of front of house and bar areas. It is envisaged that the fruits of these works will enable the Theatre to programme a wider repertoire of productions enhancing the cultural life of the city as well as ensuring the future of the Gaiety.
During the closure period our Box Office and Late Night Clubs will remain open, and patrons can book upcoming shows by contacting 01 677 1717 or email boxoffice@gaietytheatre.com , also check website at www.gaietytheatre.ie
The Gaiety Theatre in its current form was built in 1899 and opened in 1900. However it did have a life before, in the shape of the Pavilion which was opened in 1893 as a large hall with a small stage at one end. The Gaiety is famed for Variety and indeed for a time during its purely commercial life played little else for the simple reason that during the period in question no other form of live stage entertainment had a prospect of breaking even financially. However, when possible the Gaiety has catered for as many interests as possible - variety, pantomime, drama, opera, musicals, ballet, orchestra.
The Gaiety has always reflected the vogue in popular entertainment. Serving most immediately the county town of Ayrshire and its surrounding area, the Gaiety drew audiences from much farther afield. The theatre is currently a thriving centre for the performing arts and hosts all sorts of events both professional and amateur.
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