The newly redeveloped theatre, which can accommodate up to 8,000 in its largest format, was opened by The Queen in May 2010 and held its first season between June and August 2010 with capacity audiences to see shows such as a Gala Evening with Jose Carreras, Dame Kiri te Kanawa and '80s rewind.
For 2011, the arena seating has been extended from 6,500 to 8,000 using temporary decking to bridge the lake that sits in front of the stage and the season opens on 5th June with Sir Elton John in concert.
Pete Allison, MD of Event & Management Services said: "This is a great piece of work for us, we're well used to consulting on and managing the production and site issues around large public venues, there have been some licensing and noise issues to address for the 2011 season, but things are on track and we're looking forward to a busy and successful summer"
The opening show from Elton John sold out its s 8,000 tickets within hours of being on sale and the rest of the season with a weekend of Scarborough Fair on 13th - 14th August and The Last Night of the Proms on 28th August, featuring a return visit from Dame Kiri te Kanawa look equally as exciting.
Event & Management Services are looking after all aspects of technical production and operations for the venue which include the Total Fabrications stage structure in place for the season; staging, sound, lighting, visuals, production scheduling and licensing.
(Claire Beeson)
