The Lubetkin Theatre

The Lubetkin Theatre can accommodate up to 220 people and boasts modern equipment, making it a great venue for any type of production.

Whether it's a corporate event, play or pantomime, The Lubetkin Theatre is the perfect place.

The theatre is highly customizable, with various seating and stage options, and our expert technicians are always available to assist with lighting and stage design.

Sasha Lubetkin, daughter of Berthold Romanovich Lubetkin, a renowned architect who revolutionised modernist design in Britain during the 1930s, officially opened The Lubetkin Theatre in October 2009. Despite encountering bureaucratic obstacles in his efforts to become master planner and chief architect for Peterlee new town, Berthold Romanovich Lubetkin remained committed to his vision.

Bookings for External Productions

EDC collaborates with a number of external organisations who book our exceptional theatre facilities for their productions. If you're organizing a local production, EDC is the ideal location for you. Our theatre offers ample parking for your guests, a superb space for your performance, and our technicians are available to assist you every step of the way to make your dream performance a reality.

The room's "wow" factor adds to the success of your event. Whether your guests are seated comfortably on the tiered seating to watch a presentation or video projected onto the large screen, or a cabaret layout is in place to facilitate networking, the room's versatility provides a professional environment for your event.

Please contact our Events Coordinator by email at dianne.howe@eastdurham.ac.uk if you are interested in booking the Lubetkin Theatre for your next event or production.

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