The Hackney-based Yard Theatre, which has seen unprecedented success with its production of Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie, is extending its run until May 10, before the venue is demolished to create a new 200-seat theatre. Founded by Jay Miller 13 years ago, The Yard has raised £6.4 million and is hosting a farewell fundraiser to celebrate its legacy in nurturing talent. The venue, built by volunteers from reclaimed materials, has been instrumental in launching the careers of notable artists like Michaela Coel and Ncuti Gatwa.
I founded The Yard because I needed to make theatre and couldn't afford to do it. I took a punt that there would be other people like me.
I spent days walking around looking at vacant spaces - I put on a tie and bought myself a leather briefcase to look the part of a property developer.
It’s been an amazing journey. The Yard has played a significant role in the community, helping to launch careers and showcase new talent.
The Yard was built out of reclaimed materials over a few weeks by a team of volunteers but is now set to become a 200-seat purpose built venue for East London.
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