Give Pounds to Spend a Penny
by The Kings Theatre, Portsmouth in Portsmouth
On 18th July 2016 we successfully raised £4,320 with 160 supporters in 42 days
Give Pounds to Spend a Penny! Help us raise the money we need to renovate the Dress Circle toilets - the first phase of our Big Project!
@KingsSouthsea
Give Pounds to Spend a Penny!
TOILETS! Great topic for a crowdfunding campaign, eh? But here is the situation……
In Edwardian times, toilets weren't important. Not at all. They were small, cramped and didn't even have any plumbing! Though our facilities have moved with the times, (running water, flushing, all the mod cons!) the space hasn't changed and our audiences are crying out for more loos!
The Kings is an iconic theatre – The Theatres Trust consider it "a theatre of national architectural importance", – but while retaining the charm and elegance of the original Edwardian style, our toilets desperately need to be brought into the 21st century, and that is where we need your help.
We've had the architects and the builders in, and we know what we need to do. We are going to swap the ladies and gents around, create more cubicles in the ladies and choose Edwardian style features and finishes. However, we can't do it alone. We have been able to secure half the cost of this renovation, but we now need your help raise the other half through Crowdfunding.
To say thank you we have put together a number of exclusive, one-off opportunities for you to connect with the Kings, only available through this crowdfunding site.
So please, help us and Give Pounds to Spend a Penny! We can't do it without you.
(It will be a great relief for all!)
The Kings Theatre is a 1600 seat, Edwardian venue in Portsmouth, built by renowned theatre architect Frank Matcham in 1907. Full of original features and charm the theatre was recently named as 'A theatre of national architectural importance' by the Theatres Trust.
With over 140,000 patrons each year The Kings Theatre is a popular and iconic part of the city of Portsmouth. It offers something for everyone from musical theatre, music and dance to drama, family shows, opera, ballet, comedy, film, live screenings and Pantomime. After a long period of uncertainty at the end of last century she has undergone restoration and now operates on a self sustaining basis and with a vibrant community engagement programme.
We are now at the start of a new chapter for The Kings Theatre, and the possibilities and opportunities are endless...
The Big Project
To build a sustainable future for all who use the theatre, the Big Project is a programme of restoration and development of both the buildings and programme including:
Physical Improvements – modern toilets, better seating, new foyers, bigger bars and lift access
Restoration – renovating the building in keeping with its heritage
Education – opportunities for apprenticeships, schools, workshops, placements and a home for our Youth Theatre
Community – space for artists in residence, exhibition programmes and community event
Business – draw in visitors from across the region to improve and regenerate the local economy It's a big programme of work, and will take a number of years. But every long journey begins with a single step (and a trip to the loos) so, please ...help us and Give Pounds to Spend a Penny! We can't do it without you.
Thank you email and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
Thank you email, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
Thank you email, a voucher for x2 free large glasses of wine at the bar or x2 ice creams, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
Estimated delivery: 25th Jul 2016
Thank you email, x2 tickets to an exclusive party to meet and have photos with our Panto cast, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. Meet and Greet Date: 1st December 2016. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
Thank you email, x2 tickets for a historic theatre tour and talk, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. You will be notified with a selection of dates for the tour. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
£100 Reward
Thank you email, x2 tickets to an exclusive party to meet and have photos with our Panto cast, x2 free Kings Cards for 1 year offering discounts for the theatre and many businesses on Albert Road, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. Meet and Greet Date: 1st December 2016. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
Thank you email, x2 tickets for a historic theatre tour and talk, x2 free Kings Cards for 1 year offering discounts for the theatre and many businesses on Albert Road, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. You will be notified with a selection of dates for the tour. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
Thank you email, a Family Ticket (2ad + 2ch) to an exclusive party to meet and have photos with our Panto cast, a 'sponsored seat' in the refurbished auditorium when completed, x2 free Kings Cards for 1 year offering discounts for the theatre and many businesses on Albert Road, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. Meet and Greet Date: 1st December 2016. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)
Thank you email, x4 tickets for a historic theatre tour and talk, a 'sponsored seat' in the refurbished auditorium when completed, x4 free Kings Cards for 1 year offering discounts for the theatre and many businesses on Albert Road, exclusive video content and entry to the Golden Ticket Draw. You will be notified with a selection of dates for the tour. GOLDEN TICKET DRAW – one lucky person will win a free ticket for as many shows as they would like for 1 YEAR! (Stand up comedy shows excluded. Subject to availability)