Proposals to carry out significant upgrades to a live events venue in Cambridge look set to go ahead, with the news that the council has approved them.
Cambridge Corn Exchange is the single biggest venue for live performances in this part of the country, and these proposals will see it undergo major improvements. The primary auditorium, bars and foyers will all be upgraded, with better lighting, acoustics and seating. There will also be alterations to the public spaces around the building. The project was approved by Cambridge City Council at a meeting held recently.
In addition to making the venue suitable for the modern age, the proposals are also about making it more energy efficient. This will mean adding new energy systems and solar panels.
It is all part of a wider regeneration scheme for Cambridge’s Civic Quarter, which will cost £19.2 million in total. The Corn Exchange could be shut down for as long as 18 months while work is carried out.
Local venues often use poster printing provided by Cambridge shops when they need to promote upcoming shows.
Dr Antoinette Nestor from the council said that this venue was at the heart of the cultural scene in the city and that these Plans were all about ensuring its future.
She added that the council would weigh up the possibility of opening a temporary replacement venue while it is closed.Get a Free Quote for Plans
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