Box office opens at PLAYHOUSE

22-JUL-09

Issued by: Duncan Bennett

The £8million PLAYHOUSE in Whitley Bay opened its box office this morning allowing the public to book in person.

The venue, situated in Marine Avenue, is owned by North Tyneside Council but is managed by SMG Europe, who locally own and manage Newcastle's 11,000+ seater Metro Radio Arena and 1,100 seater The Journal Tyne Theatre.

It boasts a brand new seating area and SMG are encouraging patrons to view their seats before they purchase their tickets. The initial opening hours will be Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm and Saturday 9.30am - 1.30pm.

Ailsa Oliver, PLAYHOUSE Director, said: "The box office offers a direct route to patrons to purchase tickets in person.

"Over the forthcoming weeks we will have a member of staff on hand to show those who would like to, an opportunity to view their seats when they come to the venue to purchase their tickets."

The redevelopment of the PLAYHOUSE has been funded by the council and a contribution of up to £700,000 from the European Regional Development Fund

Further details on all aspects of the PLAYHOUSE can be found on the website www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk, or by phoning the booking hotline 0844 277 2771.