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Waterside Theatre
One of Derry’s cultural centre's is set to close, it has been announced.
The Waterside Theatre and Arts Centre will close on June 30, due to ‘funding issues’.
Waterside Theatre and Arts Centre Chief Executive Officer, Iain Barr said: “It is my very sad duty to inform you that Waterside Theatre and Arts Centre will close on 30th June 2024. This decision was reached in light of funding issues, after careful consideration by the board and management of the organisation.
“Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of everyone who has served as a board member, been an employee or volunteered at Waterside Theatre & Arts Centre over the last 23 years. It’s been a pleasure working with you all.
“I would like to thank our funders and all the organisations who have partnered with us on projects that have delivered much needed artistic, employment and health and welfare benefits to those most in need in our community.”
He added: “Finally, I would like to thank all of you that have attended a performance, visited an exhibition or participated in a community arts programme at the theatre or at the many partnership venues across the city and region. It has been a privilege to serve you.
“Planned theatre events and community arts programmes will continue as normal until the end of June and I would encourage you to make any final purchases and come visit us one last time - you will be welcomed warmly as always.
“Thank you for your continued support at this time and for being a part of our journey to date.”
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