Introducing Alan Pollock
The Albany Theatre Trust has welcomed a new Theatre Director to lead the next stage in its development. Alan Pollock, a nationally renowned playwright and television writer (who wrote regular episodes of the long-running police drama, “The Bill” amongst others), has stepped in at short notice to replace CEO and Artistic Director, Kevin Shaw, who […]
Congratulations to our amazing volunteer, Paul Wilsher, on receiving an MBE!
We’re incredibly proud to share that one of our amazing volunteers, Paul Wilsher, has been awarded an MBE for his services to education in the West Midlands! 👏👏👏 “It is humbling to be recognised in such a way. I would like to thank those who have provided help and encouragement to me in my role. I […]
Albany Theatre Celebrates King’s Birthday Honours Recognition
A community theatre in Coventry is celebrating an award in the King’s Birthday Honours for David Meredith, who has chaired the Albany Theatre Trust since its inception in 2012. David has been given a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to theatre and to the community in Coventry. Professor Andy Hardy, joint Vice Chair, said: […]
Engage – Inspire – Create 2025: A Celebration of Community and Creativity
The Albany Theatre, Coventry is deepening its pool of Creative Facilitators and Workshop Leaders Thanks to funding from Coventry City Council, The Albany has completed a major capital programme, creating two new Studio Theatres and three multi-use spaces as well as our historic main auditorium. Now we have got the spaces, we want people to […]
Coventry LIVE: Coventry’s newest wedding venue gets a very special debut
By Conor Knell A theatrical wedding is hoped to be the first of many in the coming years The newest wedding venue in Coventry isn’t a renovated stately home or a posh new events centre – but it could just be the perfect place to host that special day. Located near the city centre, the […]
Coventry LIVE: Albany Theatre to unveil £3 million redevelopment with launch event this week
The Albany Theatre has new studios, improved toilet facilities and new community spaces By Priyanka Patel The Albany Theatre in Earlsdon is set to host a launch event to showcase its £3 million redevelopment. The theatre has recently been refurbished with new facilities from three new studios, and improved audience and community spaces. Lord Mayor, Councillor […]