'Save our Stage' Crowdfunder: We did it!

The Poly is thrilled to announce its theatre will be fully reopening in time for Christmas, after a period of closure saw important renovation work carried out.

Much of this work was funded through Poly reserves and assets. However, the last round of upgrades was made possible due to the generosity of members of the community who supported the charity’s Save Our Stage (SOS) Crowdfunder project during the summer.  The fundraising campaign raised over £15,000, allowing the arts venue to complete vital repairs to the theatre area of the Grade II* listed building. Without this support, it would have been impossible for the theatre to reopen for stage performances.

The money raised has been used to repair and redecorate areas affected by asbestos removal, replace the curtains and ropes on stage and reinstall and update audio/visual systems for live music and theatre events.

Ed Cartwright, The Poly’s Manager said:

“We are incredibly grateful to all those who donated to our fundraising campaign: it really has made a difference. As a result of this community support, our theatre will be back open in time for our hugely popular festive show, Christmas.Time.”

Christmas.Time, by Near-ta Theatre, will run from the 15^th – 23^rd December and is Cornwall’s longest running festive show. Written and performed by Daniel Richards and Ciaran Clarke, and directed by Simon Harvey (Olivier Award winner,o-region, Kneehigh) the production is a musical comedy for all the family. Join Charlie and Toby as they spend Christmas Day at Her Majesty’s pleasure. It’ll be a Christmas to remember as they whip up some festive cheer by recreating their won interpretations of Dickens, pantomime, musical, Christmas dinner and Christmas films! Buy your tickets now and enjoy the cosy intimacy of The Poly’s reopened theatre, while enjoying this cult favourite - one of The Poly’s annual highlights. Call the Box Office on 01326 319461 or book online at www.thepoly.org

ENDS: 5^th December 2022