Hulme Playhouse Theatre: Warwick Street: Manchester.
A.K.A...The Hippodrome: Grand Junction Theatre : Junction Picture: Theatre Playhouse: BBC Playhouse: Nia Centre.
The Hulme Playhouse was built as the Hippodrome in 1902 then renamed three years later as the Grand Junction Theatre whilst the Theatre next door, originally called the Grand Junction Theatre and Floral Hall, was renamed the Hulme Hippodrome. Both Theatres effectively swapping names. In 1929 the Theatre was converted for Cinema use and renamed the Junction Picture Theatre. In 1951 the Theatre was renamed again, this time to the Playhouse. Five years later it was renamed again to the BBC Playhouse and used from 1956 to 1987 by the BBC as a Radio and TV studio.
In 1991 the Theatre was renamed yet again, this time to the Nia Centre, and converted internally for mid size touring productions with an adjusted smaller stage depth. The likes of Nina Simone, PJ Harvey, Aphex Twin and Lamb all graced this Hulme gem until its closure in 2000.
The Hulme Playhouse is Grade II Listed and its current capacity is 700 but sadly it stands empty today. Doodlebug seeks to breathe life into this Hulme gem for at least one more time... support by sharing this info and stay tuned for... Bingo Jesus!
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