EXETER CIVIC SOCIETY | A new theatre for Exeter - a public discussion

I've just received the following invitation from Exeter Civic Society

Dear Councillor 

The possibility of having a new, large, modern theatre in Exeter has been the subject of much debate amongst residents and several letters have been printed in the local newspaper. In response to this interest, we are hosting a public meeting to discuss the viability of having a new theatre in Exeter. This will be a neutral platform for those interested to air their views, and maybe even form a small group to fully investigate whether Exeter can sustain a larger theatre. The outcome of the meeting depends very much on the level of interest and desire to take things further.

A new theatre for Exeter- a public discussion

The Civic Society hosts a Public Meeting on 6 December to enable the public to debate the possibility of a new town centre theatre.

Why are we doing this?

When the City Council consulted on its Design Principles for the redevelopment of the Bus & Coach station, many people suggested that a new theatre should be provided on the site.

Since then many people have written to the Express & Echo also suggesting that Exeter deserves a new town centre theatre.

Whilst the Society is not in support of a proposal for a new theatre, we do believe that if members of the public express a desire for Exeter to have a town centre theatre, then they should be enabled to come together and explore the possibility and viability of this.