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Leicester Arts Centre Secures £900k Boost
15 Apr
Summary
- Leicester's Attenborough Arts Centre receives nearly £900,000 in government funding.
- Funds will support new disabled facilities and building upgrades.
- The grant aims to secure the centre's future and enhance visitor experience.
Attenborough Arts Centre in Leicester is poised for a significant transformation following the award of nearly £900,000 in government funding. This substantial grant, allocated from the Creative Foundations Fund, will be instrumental in undertaking crucial improvements to the university-run venue.
The planned enhancements include the creation of new facilities catering to disabled users, alongside a comprehensive suite of upgrades. These renovations are designed to optimize the overall visitor experience, improve environmental sustainability, and foster greater income generation opportunities for the centre.
The development of the proposal involved extensive consultation with 288 individuals from various user groups and communities, ensuring their input directly shaped the refurbishment plans. The centre plans to collaborate with its communities and the University of Leicester's estates teams to deliver these improvements over the next 18 months.
Jennifer Francis, chair of the Attenborough Arts Centre advisory board, expressed deep gratitude for the investment, stating it "secures the future of our well-loved building." This funding ensures confidence as the centre approaches its 30th anniversary in 2027. Professor Sir Nishan Canagarajah, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leicester, hailed the grant as a "powerful endorsement" of the university's distinctive approach to cultural inclusivity.
