Granville

Built 1947, a typical seaside seasonal theatre of the time, with an adequate stage. Narrow balconies on three sides (three rows facing stage). Auditorium has been reduced in size, the rear portion being a cinema. The Channel Theatre Company is based here.

Built / Converted
1947
Dates of use
Current state
Extant
Current use
Theatre (Theatre with cinema added)
Address
Victoria Parade, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 8DE, England
Website-
Further details
Other names
-
Events
  • 1947 Design/Construction:
    Unknown
    - Architect
  • 1972 Owner/Management: Ramsgate Corporation
  • 1975 Owner/Management: Thanet Distrct Council
  • 1997 Owner/Management: Brian Stout, lessee?
Capacities
  • Later
    1972: 900
    1991: 861
    1997: 837
  • Current
    587
Listings
  • Not listed
Stage type
Proscenium rake
Building dimensions: -
Stage dimensions: Depth: 6.1m (20ft)
Proscenium width: 6.7m (22ft)
Height to grid: 9.14m (30ft)
Inside proscenium: -
Orchestra pit: 20

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