THE Duchess of Cornwall is to remain as Patron of Theatre Royal Bath for a further term, it was announced today.

Paul Heal, Chairman of the Theatre Royal Bath, said: “It is with great pride we can confirm that the Duchess of Cornwall has extended her Patronage of the Theatre Royal Bath.

“The Duchess is a keen supporter of the arts and we are thrilled to announce her continued support as the Theatre Royal’s team continue to work to build on the impressive achievements of Bath’s historic theatre.”

In October 2009, HRH The Duchess of Cornwall helped launch a Fundraising Appeal for the Theatre Royal’s 2010 Refurbishment Project; the first major refurbishment of the theatre’s main house for 30 years.

“The refurbishment undertaken and completed during the summer months in 2010, included a programme of essential work front-of-house and back-stage to conserve and update the historic main house; improving existing facilities and safeguarding the future of Bath’s renowned theatre."

In August 2016, the main house underwent a major seating refurbishment with brand new seats installed across three levels in the auditorium.

Built in 1805, the Theatre Royal Bath, which is a registered charity, has achieved much in recent years. The theatre continues to present many pre-London West End productions and is recognised locally, nationally and internationally.

It is a regular date for the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Almeida Theatre, Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures and Rambert Dance Company.

Theatre Royal Bath Productions (TRBP) - the Theatre Royal’s commercial production arm - is one of the most prolific British theatre producers in the West End, on UK tour and internationally.

TRBP has created over 200 plays and productions since its inception, including more than 40 West End transfers.

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