Leith Theatre Off Risk List | Edinburgh News

Leith Theatre is off the UK’s Theatres at Risk Register — a major win after years of struggle. With a 50-year council lease secured, new funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Visitor Levy in the works, and architects already designing for modern standards, the venue is poised for a full restoration. Despite still needing clean water infrastructure and hosting only limited events, it’s already drawing big names like Irvine Welsh for upcoming shows. This success spotlights a growing crisis: 70s-era theatres across the UK face severe risks from RAAC and asbestos, many owned by councils with little funding — putting vital cultural spaces in jeopardy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2c8f695b69d9850f