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The Grand Theatre, Blackpool is one of Britain’s premier heritage theatres. Listed Grade II*, this Matcham theatre is in the top 8 per cent of all listed buildings in England, and one of only thirty listed buildings in Blackpool. It is one of only nine large theatres listed Grade II* or above, north of London.

The Grand Theatre sits alongside other significant cultural heritage assets which help to create the unique Blackpool experience.  Frank Matcham’s four-tier intimate auditorium with 1,053 seats helps companies create a range of atmospheres for audiences.

The Grand is owned by the Blackpool Grand Theatre Trust Limited. This organisation reopened the theatre in 1981 following the efforts of a number of committed volunteers who saved the theatre from demolition. Restoration work has continued without ever closing the theatre.

The Trust Company has responsibility for improving, maintaining and conserving the building and the theatre’s substantial historic and archival collections; the theatre is operated by Blackpool Grand Theatre (Arts & Entertainments) Limited and both companies are registered charities. The Blackpool Grand Theatre Catering Company Limited is a subsidiary of the Arts & Entertainments Company and provides bar and catering facilities for the Grand Theatre; profits on its operations are donated to its parent company. This Business Plan covers the activities and responsibilities of all three companies.

This amazing space is a wonder of restoration and revival, presenting a full range of every performing artform, as Blackpool’s community theatre, Lancashire’s preferred opera house and Britain’s National Theatre of Variety.

Registered in England & Wales
Registered Office Address: The Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HT.

Telephone 01253 290111
Website www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Blackpool Grand Theatre Trust Limited
Registered in England and Wales No 1323495
Charity No 1022754

Blackpool Grand Theatre (Arts & Entertainments) Limited
Registered in England and Wales No 2825229
Charity No 506601