Prince of Wales Theatre
London

This prominent Art Deco theatre, designed by architect Robert Cromie in 1937 was refurbished in 2004 by Arts Team. The works involved substantial internal and external modifications.

Externally a new cantilevered window provides good visual links between the enlarged foyers and the street below. An extension to the existing tower, new show signage, a new raised canopy and feature window projecting over the entrance, combine to give the theatre its renewed presence in the heart of London's theatre-land.

Internally, the foyer and the toilet spaces were refurbished and doubled in size and capacity. A material pallet of zinc, copper, bronze, and mirror help to accentuate and reinforce the Art Deco spirit.

The auditorium space was totally refurbished creating new side balcony positions, improved sight lines, and improved acoustics.

Red Squirrel directors Carl Ward and Miles Griffies both had a major involvement through the design development, tender, and construction stages of this refurbishment acting as project architect and contract administrator, and carrying out site supervision.

Status: Completed 2005.