19 pictures which show off the new Alnwick Playhouse at its grand reopening

Hundreds of people came through the doors of Alnwick Playhouse as it celebrated its grand reopening after a £3.3million refurbishment.

It has created a community hub in the building with a cafe, library and tourist information centre on the ground floor.

The bar, gallery and auditorium have also been refurbished.

Over the course of the weekend, there were broadcasts of the musical productions, 42nd Street and Cats, public tours of the building and a celebratory evening with some traditional music from Alistair Anderson and band.

Northumberland County Council has contributed £2.5million towards the cost of the work, with the Playhouse raising a further £800,000.

Take a look at these 19 pictures from the grand opening

1. Auditorium

The new auditorium at Alnwick Playhouse. | Other 3rd Party Photo: No

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2. Funding thank you

The Duke of Northumberland with Chris Sayers, chairman of the Playhouse Trust. | Other 3rd Party Photo: no

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3. Library

Alnwick Library has relocated from Green Batt to the Playhouse. | Other 3rd Party Photo: No

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4. Alnwick Playhouse at night

Alnwick Playhouse at night. | Other 3rd Party Photo: No

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19 pictures which show off the new Alnwick Playhouse at its grand reopening

Hundreds of people came through the doors of Alnwick Playhouse as it celebrated its grand reopening after a £3.3million refurbishment.

1. Auditorium

2. Funding thank you

3. Library

4. Alnwick Playhouse at night

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