Theateradvies selected as theatre consultant for Manchester arts and cultural centre

July 4th 2011

Theateradvies has been selected as a theater consultant for the new, prestigious art and cultural center of Manchester.

The design is from Mecanoo architecten from Delft, who won the first prize in the international architecture competition.

The project brings together two existing cultural institutions, the renowned Manchester Library Theatre Company and art house cinema Cornerhouse. The center will also accommodate large cultural festivals and international events including the Manchester International Festival.

Besides two theaters with 500 and 150 seats, there are five cinemas, a café and a lobby an art gallery, studio and teaching spaces and a square for outdoor performances.

Construction will start in the summer of 2012. The opening is planned for 2014.