Birmingham’s Old Rep and the city’s Electric Cinema which are based on the same street are to join forces for a day during Birmingham Heritage Week.
The Old Rep was the UK’s first purpose-built repertory theatre, while the Electric Cinema is the UK’s oldest working picture house. The Station Street, Digbeth venues will host a joint tour on Thursday 14 September.
The Old Rep, previously known as Birmingham Repertory Theatre, opened in 1913. It produced a rolling bill of plays, both classic texts and new writing. Guides will lead behind-the-scenes tours for those aged 15 and above. Visitors will have to climb numerous stairs so the tour is not suitable for anyone with impaired mobility.
The Old Rep will also host its own Heritage Week tours on Wednesday 13, Friday 15 and Saturday 16 September. Tickets can be booked at the Old Rep Theatre web site.
Reporter: Steve Orme