SUPPORTING ARTS VENUES
We make regular contributions to Elmbridge’s key community arts venues, and also support other theatres, studios and galleries by awarding specific capital grants for improvements.
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These arts venues are vital creative hubs that provide opportunities for members of the community – all ages, abilities and social backgrounds – to experience and participate in a wide range of creative activities and events.
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We support arts venues in Elmbridge to ensure they can continue to deliver the best possible experience for all their users, enabling them to attract top artists and performers to our borough, which in turn inspires and encourages new talent to develop.
RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE
Manor Road, Walton On Thames, KT12 2PF
The Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre offers a year round programme of events which includes drama, chamber music, traditional and modern jazz, children’s shows, cabaret and art exhibitions and comedy nights.
It also offers a variety of classes in the arts (dance, drama, literature) and crafts for all ages: adults, young people and toddlers.
How We've Helped
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We have a long-standing relationship with the Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre, which we review every three years, as part of our governance.
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Awarded underwriting grants to enable performances to protect performances from financial loss.
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Where to find it
VERA FLETCHER HALL
Embercourt Road, Thames Ditton, KT7 0LQ
The Vera Fletcher Hall hosts a range of stage productions, concerts and classes, for the local community.
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How We've Helped
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We provided funds to help develop the Hall's existing artistic programme and enhance the venue's marketing strategy.
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Awarded underwriting grants to enable performances to protect performances from financial loss.
Where to find it
THE BARN THEATRE
70 High Street, West Molesey, KT8 2LY
The Barn Theatre club is a professionally run local studio theatre which has provided nearly 40 years of continuous entertainment to the local community. It offers a variety of entertainment throughout the year.
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How We've Helped
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We awarded The Barn Theatre a substantial grant towards upgrading its lighting equipment. The new lights provide productions at the Barn with a whole host of lighting capabilities
Where to find it
CECIL HEPWORTH (WALTON) PLAYHOUSE
HURST GROVE, WALTON-ON-THAMES, SURREY, KT12 1AU
Walton Playhouse offers a theatre hall, a kitchen, a PA system, parking and furniture available to hire for a range of events. Whether you want to stage a play, run a rehearsal, host an event or run a sports club, we've got a range of options for you.
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How We've Helped
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We've provided grants to support and enable arts-related events to be held at this venue, for the community.
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We also maintain a good relationship with the Playhouse Users Committee.
Take a look at our Project Showcase to discover more about the events and performances we have supported at each of these venues