http://www.worldsnooker.com/tournament_news(id18586)-61.htm

I think it's going to be much better - do you agree?

Pah! I get the message 'You are not currently logged in, which prevents you from viewing the article you have selected.' from the worldsnooker site, and there's no news apparent on sheffieldtheatres.co.uk.

So, why will it be much better, please?

The article says :


Sheffield Theatres has announced that The Crucible will undergo a multi-million pound refurbishment, commencing in May 2007, bringing the building in-line with its international status.

In order for the building work to take place, it will be necessary to close The Crucible from May 2008 to autumn 2009, although work will halt each year to enable the 888.com World Snooker Championship to continue unaffected.

The Crucible has built an internationally-renowned reputation for quality and cutting edge theatre since opening in 1971, but it has long been felt that the facilities did not quite match the quality of the productions.

Now everything is set to change thanks to guaranteed funding from Arts Council England and the European Regional Development Fund that allows Sheffield Theatres to embark upon the first phase of a multi-million pound refurbishment programme [The Capital Project] that will see:

· A brand new thrust stage installed
· Upgraded seating, lighting, sound system and temperature control installed in the auditorium
· Wheelchair access to all floors of the theatre
· Improved hospitality including an overhaul of the bar and restaurant facilities and new function rooms
· A new copper-effect roof
· A brand new box-office area with a distinctive facia with easy access from Tudor Square.
· A new digital archive, creative development and research centre
· Backstage improvements including upgraded dressing rooms

Due to the sheer size of the project, work will take place in two phases over the next three years, transforming the building into a fully functioning, state-of-the-art theatre space.

"The Crucible has an international reputation for excellence and the Capital Project will ensure that that reputation is enhanced even further," says Sheffield Theatres’ chief executive Angela Galvin. "By the time the building work is complete, the people of Sheffield will have something to be really proud of - from the work on the stages through to the appearance of the public areas."

The famous thrust stage [which allows theatre-goers to feel close to the action wherever they are sitting] will be retained. A new lightweight version of the current stage will be built off-site and installed at The Crucible in early 2008.

"It’s important to play to your strengths and the thrust stage is the jewel in the crown of The Crucible," says Chris Reece who, as capital project manager, is responsible for managing the refurbishment process. "People weren’t sure about it when we opened but now the Royal Shakespeare Company is installing one. It’s an essential part of what makes The Crucible such a popular theatre. People love being so close to the actors."

Audiences will benefit from re-upholstered, comfy seats; a state-of-the-art sound system, upgraded house and stage lights and a brand new air conditioning system.

The Crucible will also open up fully to wheelchair users. Lifts and ramps will be fitted throughout, so anyone will be able access the facilities on any of the floors, and hand rails will be installed on central aisle seats.

Hospitality at the new Crucible will be dramatically improved. A newly-designed low-backed bar will be installed in the current bar area, in front of the windows, and a seating area will be introduced to allow food to be served in the bar. And new function rooms will be opened that will allow people to use The Crucible for private parties and corporate hospitality.

When The Crucible was built it was intended that the roof would be a distinctive copper colour, but an alternative was found as weathering would have discoloured the copper. However, modern technology has conspired in the original designers’ favour and now a copper-effect roof can be constructed to give the intended effect, but without the risk of turning green.

A brand new box office will be created offering easy access from Tudor Square and providing a fitting entry point to a theatre of The Crucible’s stature. It will feature a giant plasma screen facing out onto Tudor Square.

Chris Reece added: "The new box office will be the first thing you see when you walk in off the street. It will provide an entrance fitting of The Crucible Theatre."

Sheffield Theatres’ dedication to education in the community will continue to thrive and develop in the newly-refurbished Crucible. A large creative development space will be created on the site of the former Cues shop, giving children and adults more room in which to learn about the workings of the theatre. This area will also be used as a research centre and to house the new digital archive.

The actors and backstage theatre crew will also feel the benefit of vastly improved backstage facilities including revitalised dressing rooms, and modernised scenery and props workshops.

Consideration is currently being given as to whether to make The Crucible a grade II listed building. If selected for listing, The Crucible would be a building of ‘special architectural interest’ and subject to scrutiny if changes inside or outside the building were proposed. However, architects Burrell, Foley, Fischer, who have drawn up the plans for the refurbishment, have done so with grade II listing in mind.

"The refurbishment is essential if we are to achieve our goal of transforming The Crucible into a building of European distinction," says Sheffield Theatres’ chief executive Angela Galvin. "The architects have been aware of the listing issue since day one and have worked with those requirements in mind. When the proposals they have put together are realised, we will have a building that our city, our region and theatre-goers everywhere can be proud of."

so another multi million pound project using tax payers money i would assume - for a minorit groups enjoyment.

i wonder how many of the anti wembley and anti olympics moaners actually support THIS project.

so another multi million pound project using tax payers money i would assume - for a minorit groups enjoyment.

i wonder how many of the anti wembley and anti olympics moaners actually support THIS project.
OH. Just because you do not want to go it is a waste of money.:(

OH. Just because you do not want to go it is a waste of money.:(

i never said i didn't go or didn't want to go. although i prefer the Lyceum personally.

however in comparison to wembley - i would have thought that the cost per head would be higher to refurb the crucible than to build the complete stadium. unless the crucible intends to televise more than the snooker, attract more sponsorship than just the snooker,make more cost effective and accessiblt to people who might just want to experience it.
oh and why not try publicising productions more!!

oh and why not try publicising productions more!!

Your kidding? they advertise all over the place!!!

what a waste of money

why not wait a few weeks and let 'rocket' ronnie loose with one of his tantrums :hihi:

Your kidding? they advertise all over the place!!!

well obviously they advertise everywhere i don't go then.
if i wasn't on the email list fo rthe lyceum i wouldn't even know if the crucible was still standing or not.
not everyone frequents Sheff centre to see the bill posters.

I can't wait for it to start:hihi: , love the large TV screen on the side, now passengers will have something to watch whilst they are waiting for a (First) bus then never turns up:thumbsup:

Is it a big TV screen? Looks like it's just a big poster.

Is it a big TV screen? Looks like it's just a big poster.

It is a TV screen, there was a bigger picture of the re-design of the Crucible in the Sheffield Telegraph:hihi:

i never said i didn't go or didn't want to go. although i prefer the Lyceum personally.

however in comparison to wembley - i would have thought that the cost per head would be higher to refurb the crucible than to build the complete stadium. unless the crucible intends to televise more than the snooker, attract more sponsorship than just the snooker,make more cost effective and accessiblt to people who might just want to experience it.
oh and why not try publicising productions more!!
There are no one so blind as those that do not want to see.

There are no one so blind as those that do not want to see.

and no one speaks more crap than those with nothing to say.

It is a TV screen, there was a bigger picture of the re-design of the Crucible in the Sheffield Telegraph:hihi:

That's great then :D :D :D

well obviously they advertise everywhere i don't go then.
if i wasn't on the email list fo rthe lyceum i wouldn't even know if the crucible was still standing or not.
not everyone frequents Sheff centre to see the bill posters.

They advertise on the Supertram all the time - you don't have to be in the city centre to see that.

I think the Crucible is a lovely theatre and deserves the investment. Sheffield is one of the few cities outside London that can attract some very famous actors to tread the boards - and this is nearly always in the Crucible, not the Lyceum. The Crucible wins all sorts of regional theatre awards, and it needs to keep up to date if it's success is to continue.

It is not at all elitist - the cost of a ticket is significantly lower than a ticket for a football match. I saw As You Like It recently for £10!

They advertise on the Supertram all the time - you don't have to be in the city centre to see that.

I!

no, but you have to see the advertisement which is obviously on city tp meadowhall trams. funny how i always see the opening of movies on the trams to my side of town though.i can genuinely say that apart fom the occasional bill board in the city - probably les mis or something i cannot recall seeing anything advertised.


no sorry i lie - i saw bill posters for the panto when walking to the lyceum on my last visit there.
i'm not trying to be argumentative - but how many people are in a similar situation to me.

and no one speaks more crap than those with nothing to say.
Having to use bad language means you have lost the argument.

Having to use bad language means you have lost the argument.

i never enter into arguments -this is a forum for debating.
let those who are without sin cast the first stone.

that includes people posting sarcastic ramblings.

(i could have put sxxt but the bot deletes it so i didn't bother.)

i never enter into arguments -this is a forum for debating.
let those who are without sin cast the first stone.

that includes people posting sarcastic ramblings.

(i could have put sxxt but the bot deletes it so i didn't bother.)

BYE!!! BYE!!!

no, but you have to see the advertisement which is obviously on city tp meadowhall trams.

I wasn't aware they kept certain trams for certain routes? I always see them on the town to Herdings tram. I very rarely go to Meadowhall, so I wouldn't know if they're on the yellow trams or not.

I wasn't aware they kept certain trams for certain routes? I always see them on the town to Herdings tram. I very rarely go to Meadowhall, so I wouldn't know if they're on the yellow trams or not.

i couldn't tell you TBH,the only time i see a tram is @ halfway terminus, or occasionally en route to meadowhead of an evening.

it could just be my bad luck, and with all this summery weather i'll have even more to lech @ ,sorry be wary of , so i'll still miss any adverts.:hihi: