Scarborough’s unique Shop at the Stephen Joseph Theatre is eagerly anticipating its grand re-opening on Monday 12th March 2018.
Shop at the SJT, which includes creations from 14 talented Makers, is set to reveal its ‘new look’ premises, part of the Stephen Joseph Theatre’s Transform project.
The new look premises will include a bespoke Art Deco window that will have pride of place as part of the shop’s retail space in the theatre’s foyer area.
Shop at the SJT features some of the local area’s most eclectic talents, showcasing their creations in this iconic listed building.
Lynne Arnison, chairperson of the collective, said:
“All our 14 Makers are delighted to be part of the theatre’s exciting new developments.
“Our collective creates gifts that match their beautiful surroundings.
“The ‘window on the world’ will make a huge difference to Shop at the SJT, as our creations can be seen from the outside for the first time!”
The Shop at the SJT is open during evening performances.
The work at the theatre is part of its Transform project, costing over £500,000 of Arts Council funding and public donations.
The 14 talented Makers include:
- Amelia’s Chocolate
- Bijou Creations by Julie Henderson
- Ceramicists from Blands Cliff Gallery
- Dove Glass by June Doveton
- Felix Hodcroft, Author
- Gabrielle Naptali Ceramic Artist
- House of Gaia by Charlotte Hill
- Luckenbooth Jewellery by Sue Bell
- Lynne Arnison, Artist and Chairperson of Shop at SJT
- Odette Illingworth Photography
- Sandy May Crafts by Sandy Protheroe
- Shirley Shepherd
- Tavibags by Caroline Leeson
- Vince Lees, Wood Turner
