Restoration of the auditorium of Newcastle’s iconic Grade 1 listed, Theatre Royal.
Location
Grey Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Client
Theatre Royal
Architects
Sansome Hall
Principal Contractor
SURGO
Technical theatre consultants
Charcoalblue
Theatre conservation expert
Dr David Wilmore of Theatresearch
Overall project value
£4.75m
Brief description of works
Major construction included selective demolition of post-Matcham interior architecture, structural refurbishments, roof repairs, and restoration of internal walls, partitions, screens and barriers. New mechanical and electrical systems were installed along with a complete overhaul of technical wiring.
SURGO also managed the full suite of internal finishings, including doors, screens and ironmongery, ceiling finishes, re-carpeting, fittings and fixtures, further managing the installation of all the new seating for the auditorium, the stage engineering and refurbishment of the toilets.
Completion date
September 2011
