00:00A major new report says Shakespeare North Playhouse is bringing millions of pounds
00:05into the Liverpool city-region economy. The Prescott venue, which opened in 2022,
00:11attracts around 100,000 visitors each year and generates more than £12 million in annual
00:18spending. An independent evaluation found it supports 70 direct jobs and dozens more through
00:24local businesses. Leaders say the theatre is helping drive regeneration and boost footfall
00:29in the town. The report notes the project relied heavily on public funding, including support
00:35from Knollsley Council and the combined authority, with its long-term impact expected to develop
00:40further in the coming years.
