Artistic Directors Roni Ellis & Scott Berry Lockdown Q&A
This week I have a chat with Artistic Directors of Salford Arts Theatre Scott Berry & Roni Ellis We will be discussing how small venues stay afloat during this pandemic, the importance of local regional theatres & more Salford Arts Theatre is a charming 112 seater theatre in the heart of the Salford Community. Salford Arts theatre aims to make theatre accessible giving opportunity to the community and those who want to work with in the creative industry. We are the only independent theatre in Salford and are self funded. WHAT WE DO..... Salford Arts Theatre produce inhouse professional theatre under Salford Theatre Company. We aim to produce theatre that is accessible to those who wouldn't normally visit the theatre producing family friendly theatre to drama throughout the year. The theatre is available to hire for productions, meeting, rehearsals, childrens parties and much more...... HISTORY.... Salford Arts Theatre was originally build for The Salford Players a local group who gave opportunity to the community and aspiring actors. Many faces were part of the group such as Sir Ben Kingsley, and many more. The Salford Players were established in 1913 and performed out of many building in Salford until The Playhouse was built.... When the goup disolved the theatre was given back to Salford City Council who opened the space as professional theatre only the theatre then closed. Before Roni and Scott took over the space in 2007 many had used the space for a number of purposes. The theatre is open on a regular basis. Most recently we have been supported by Stephen Lord and Peter Hook who were both born in Salford.