Today, we announce that Roundabout – our pop-up touring theatre – has been successful in applying for Arts Council England’s Creative Foundations Fund Award, which will allow us to breathe new life into our venue, and bring it back to communities around the country: re-tooled, refreshed, and ready for the years ahead.
We’re incredibly grateful to Arts Council England and the DCMS for this vital support towards renovating Roundabout, our beloved pop-up touring theatre. The grant will allow us to breathe new life into the venue, and ensure it continues to travel the country and platform new work. A huge thanks to James and George and the original team for their inspired vision for a structure which meets audiences where they are; to Lucy and Emma for its iconic design; and the brilliant artists and collaborators who have built, created work in, and advocated for this little space that brings big joy.
Culture Secretary, Lisa Nandy said: “I want everyone, everywhere to feel a sense of pride about where they come from. Cultural organisations across the West Midlands are important custodians of local identity and play a key role in the story we tell ourselves as a nation.”Our Arts Everywhere Fund is delivering on our commitment to support cultural assets across the country, increasing access and preserving them for future generations. This is demonstrated by grants announced today that will benefit thirteen culture venues, museums, and library services across the West Midlands.
“Arts and culture are the beating hearts of our communities, they have the power to unite us in the face of division and break down barriers to opportunity. We want to harness the power to help us build a brighter future for the people of the West Midlands.”
Liz Johnson, Midlands Area Director at Arts Council England said: “We want everyone, in every part of the West Midlands to have access to excellent art and culture.
“Our arts organisations, museums and libraries are the beating heart of our communities, so we’re thrilled that £19.7 million is being invested in cultural buildings and equipment across the area.
“This vital investment will ensure our cherished venues are fit for purpose and continue be enjoyed by people for many years to come.”
Click here to read news of the investment as part of the DCMS’s Arts Everywhere Fund.
