Theatre: Difficult years ahead, according to director Peter Doran
Theatre: Difficult years ahead, according to director Peter Doran
Image source, The Torch Theatre
One of the main personalities has rtistics of Wales has warned of a "very difficult" few years ahead for theatres. , Pembrokeshire, is preparing to direct its last production after 25 years.
He said "it will take a lot of work" to restore the lost audiences that have drifted away from theaters during the pandemic.
The Welsh Government has said it is looking at arts sector skills as part of its new culture strategy.
It has provided £108million in funding during the pandemic.
As he prepares to retire, Mr Doran said he was happy not to start his career now.
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He said: "I think it difficult over the next few years, the pandemic has been very difficult for us.
"Theatre is habit forming, you want people to come here once a month. Twice a year is not good for us.
One of the main personalities has rtistics of Wales has warned of a "very difficult" few years ahead for theatres. , Pembrokeshire, is preparing to direct its last production after 25 years.
He said "it will take a lot of work" to restore the lost audiences that have drifted away from theaters during the pandemic.
The Welsh Government has said it is looking at arts sector skills as part of its new culture strategy.
It has provided £108million in funding during the pandemic.
As he prepares to retire, Mr Doran said he was happy not to start his career now.
Theaters offer spark of hope after Covid challengeTop theaters cancel shows after Covid outbreaksHow Covid has brought new roles for theater actors
He said: "I think it difficult over the next few years, the pandemic has been very difficult for us.
"Theatre is habit forming, you want people to come here once a month. Twice a year is not good for us.
Image source, The Torch Theatre
