The Royal Spa Centre is a theatre in Leamington Spa, United Kingdom. The centre was officially opened on 15 June 1972 by Anthony Eden, one time MP for Leamington and Warwick and Prime Minister of the UK. It has two auditoria, the first of which is a traditional theatre which can hold 660 people. The second is a studio theatre which hold 184 and also acts as a cinema.
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As well as hosting productions by local theatre, music and arts groups (the local Gang Show being popular) the centre also welcomes national and even international acts. Concerts, dance, ice shows, wrestling, snooker, variety shows, cinema and ballet can all be accommodated. The National Blood Service hold drop in donation sessions and there are numerous fairs and exhibitions held there too. In 2008 the World Powerlifting Championships were held there.
The cinema screen films that wouldn't normally be seen at a mulutiplex such as arthouse, sub-titled or just re-runs of popular films. Entry is slightly cheaper than at most other cinemas especially on Monday night. Other facilities in the Centre include two bars licensed to sell alcohol, a coffee bar and several smaller rooms for group bookings.
Some of the most famous people to have performed at the venue are Hank Marvin, Barbara Dickson, Ken Dodd, Bob Dylan, Ray Mears and Jimmy Carr.
Friends of The Royal Spa Centre is a group for those who love the theatre and the Spa Centre in particular. There is an annual subscription but members can enjoy benefits such as priority bookings, ticket discounts and meet and greet sessions with performers.
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