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Heavy Rainfall Floods Norwich Puppet Theatre, Forcing Closure
15 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Norwich Puppet Theatre closed due to heavy rain leaking through ceilings
- Production of Oliver Twist cancelled on Friday for safety reasons
- Theatre director working to fix the leak and reopen as soon as possible
On November 15th, 2025, the Norwich Puppet Theatre was forced to close its doors after heavy rain caused significant leaks through the building's ceilings, affecting the electrical systems. The theatre had to cancel a scheduled production of Oliver Twist on the previous Friday due to safety concerns arising from the water damage.
The closure comes after the Met Office issued a yellow and amber weather warning for parts of the region, citing "heavy and prolonged" rainfall. Theatre director Peter Beck, 51, stated that the team is working "around the clock" to address the situation and repair the leak, with the goal of reopening the venue as soon as possible.
The unexpected closure of the Norwich Puppet Theatre has disrupted the local arts and entertainment scene, leaving many disappointed patrons and performers. However, the theatre's management is committed to resolving the issue and restoring normal operations in the near future.
