Orchard Theatre reopening date delayed
The Dartford theatre is having RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) work done to its roof.
The Orchard Theatre in Dartford won't reopen before May 2025 as building work continues on the roof of the building.
The theatre closed in September 2023 to allow for RAAC roof replacement works, the sequencing of the roof replacement, reinstatement of the venue’s technical equipment and the completion of wider works to improve the audience experience.
A temporary venue, Orchard West, has been in place following the theatre's forced closure in 2023.
In a statement the Orchard Theatre said:
"Works are progressing at pace at the Orchard Theatre, although contractors have confirmed they need more time to complete the building work required. Therefore, it will not be possible for shows to take place before the end of May 2025.
"Some shows will be rescheduled and others possibly cancelled. All ticket holders should wait to be contacted by the venue or by their original point of purchase, once decisions have been made.
"There is no need for customers to make contact with the box office at this stage and we will be in touch. We aim to provide a further update in the coming weeks. We thank you for your continued support."