 They say changes to the Government’s furlough scheme, alongside social distancing restrictions, meant "difficult decisions and decisive action to reduce expenditure have been necessary."

Theatre by the Lake makes 38 employees redundant 

Around 70% of theatres were facing closure by Christmas.

Region's art venues welcome £1.57bn Govt support package

The current James Bond, Daniel Craig, 52, has just finished filming the latest instalment of the British franchise.

Galloway-born actor Sam Heughan tops poll to find next James Bond

Since the pandemic closed all theatres in the UK, the venue in Keswick has taken a massive financial hit.

Theatre by the Lake to make 'significant redundancies' to protect its future

Star-studded lineup for this year's Kendal Calling as Cumbria's biggest music festival celebrates its fifteenth anniversary.

Stereophonics, Supergrass and Primal Scream to headline Kendal Calling 2020

They're hoping to be the first band, to perform at the South by Southwest Festival, from Cumbria. 

Cumbria to Texas: Hardwicke Circus to play world-famous festival

A production of Aladdin is now entertaining audiences at the DG One Leisure Complex after being closed since 2014.


Pantomime returns to Dumfries after 5 years with Liberty X star Michelle Heaton

The Scottish actor is being recognised for his "artistic success and charity work". 

Kirkcudbright actor Sam Heughan receives second honorary degree in a week

Historic re-enactments and cosplay will form part of the entertainment at Traquair House, near Innerleithen in the Scottish Borders.

Jousters and jesters gather for annual Medieval Fayre

Dumfries and Galloway Formula One racing driver David Coulthard and wildlife presenter Kate Humble are just a couple of famous names.

Star-studded line-up for Borders Book Festival

Six-year-old Noah Wall took part in a charity concert alongside hundreds of musicians with learning disabilities.

Cumbrian boy takes to the stage at The Royal Albert Hall.

The judges of the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction have announced their 2019 shortlist. 

Shortlist announced for tenth Walter Scott Prize

More than 35,000 people attended the 31st Carlisle Fireshow.

WATCH: Carlisle Fireshow draws huge crowds

Preparations are underway for the 31st Carlisle City Council Firework show.

Carlisle Fireshow prepares to celebrate the People's Act 100th anniversary

Thousands of people have attended performances as part of the Lakes Alive Festival in venues across the Lake District this weekend.

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