Fund raising

We have had to raise over £200,000 to refurbish the interior of the building and change it into a real community theatre. A lottery bid was submitted in April 2000 which led to a Lottery Award of £99,663 in November 2000.

operatic cheque

A number of local drama groups have raised funds for us either by donating the profits of specific productions or by staging special events e.g. Colchester Theatre Group, KATS, the Colchester Operatic Society and The Priory Players.

KATS donation

In addition we have raised a considerable sum ourselves through a variety of events. We have held Auctions and Sales, Casino Evenings and many music and drama events. The support of local groups continues to be superb.

Berlin Broadway

We have received financial support from local charities, local businesses, and generous individuals. We arranged for the seating to be bought for the theatre at a cost of £40 each and a plaque on the seat indicates the donor. In 2000-2001 we were one of the Mayor of Colchester's chosen charities and benefited to the tune of £2,500 from this.

Fund raising goes on to ensure a building equipped with all the necessary trappings of an excellent theatre. If you feel that you have an idea that we could use or would like to help organise an event in aid of the theatre, please contact Dave King on the theatre phone number.

Priory Macbeth

Musica Hall

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The Headgate Theatre is administered by Theatre Arts
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