Soho Theatre Walthamstow
Soho Theatre
JaneJaney were asked to sensitively and thoughtfully blend a unique personality — the old Granada Cinema in Walthamstow, with another unique character — it’s new guardians Soho Theatre.
Through careful design, they transformed the interiors of this derelict venue, one which had been a cine-variety, a live music venue, a bollywood cinema and a pub, into a comfortable 1000-seater comedy theatre, complete with 3 bars, a cafe and studio spaces.
They created a design concept, liaised with all parties and stake holders, including Historic England, kept everyone on track with the design vision, and delivered a venue that honoured the past, but works for today.
Photography © David Levene and Philip Vile
Press
The Observer
Architecture: return to the pleasure palace
Design Week
Soho Theatre’s new venue blends heritage and personality
Architecture Today
A sensitive refurbishment breathes new life into The Grade II listed Granada Cinema Walthamstow, opening it’s doors as Soho Theatre’s latest incarnation
The Guardian
Eyewitness: The comedian Alex Horne on stage at Soho Theatre Walthamstow which has reopened after 22 years following a grass roots campaign by residents
The Standard
Soho Theatre Opens. ‘You will be taken aback by the aesthetic gorgeousness!’
Time Out
First look inside London’s jaw-dropping 10000 seat new theatre – and it’s not in the West End.
The Guardian
‘A Sight to Behold!’ Soho Theatre Walthamstow brings live performance back to historic venue