💷 Public investment in arts and culture has fallen by 18% per person since 2010. Yet for every £1 invested, theatre returns £11 to the Treasury. A smart investment – not a subsidy.

🛠️ Many theatres are crumbling. 1 in 5 venues needs £5m+ in the next decade just to stay open. Without investment, 80% could close or become unsafe. A national strategy for theatre infrastructure is essential.

📉 Despite strong demand, 32% of theatres expect a deficit this year, and nearly 40% of venues could close without urgent capital investment. Success at the box office is no guarantee of survival.

🎟️ Theatre isn't just culture – it's economic power. For every £1 spent on a ticket, an extra £1.40 is spent in local shops, restaurants, and hotels. That’s £1.94 billion in added value each year!

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