We are very pleased to announce that Keith Williams Architects has been appointed to undertake the renovation and expansion of the Hinckley Concordia Theatre, Hinckley, Leicestershire UK.

The Concordia Theatre first opened its doors in 1972 as a volunteer run community theatre organisation and is now home to no less than 9 different performing arts groups. Set within a cluster of three 19^th century red brick former factory buildings, originally built for hosiery manufacturers Murcutt, Goode & Eady, the Concordia comprises the current 398 seat theatre, its stage house and flytower, a scenic workshop, rehearsal spaces, costume and props stores, green room, bars and foyers.

Under the title Project 2030, our work will initially focus on the transformation of the auditorium, stage house, backstage and the foyer areas as well as greatly improving audience comfort, accessibility, sustainability and the energy profile of the building.

Andy Chamberlain Trustee for the Hinckley Concordia Association commented

”This is a really thrilling start to the next chapter of the Concordia Theatre, that started with a derelict Victorian Hosiery factory and a vision to provide a permanent dedicated theatre for the town of Hinckley. We are excited to have Keith Williams Architects on board for this journey that will ensure the Concordia will continue to entertain the local community for many years to come.”

Keith Williams commented…..

”This is really intriguing project continuing our work on performing arts buildings allowing us in this instance to explore deep retrofit and renovation options as a part of our transformation of this raw, robust cluster of former industrial buildings, updating and modernising the home of the Concordia Theatre”

A planning application to Hinckley & Bosworth District Council is programmed for May 2026.

Consultants working with KWA on the project include:

Structural Engineer : Webb Yates

MEP & Sustainability : Webb Yates

Principal Designer : Ark H&S Consultants

QS : PMP Consultants

The images show the Concordia in its current condition (early 2026). Stay tuned to see our proposed transformation and for more updates on this project.

About the Hinckley Concordia Theatre

Hinckley Concordia Association is the charity that owns, runs and manages the Concordia Theatre, Hinckley, Leics. It is a wholly volunteer led organisation, independent from Local Authorities, providing a venue for local groups to perform musicals, plays and operas alongside a varied programme of tribute acts, local dance schools, ballet and more. With over 120 performances per season, the Concordia offers Hinckley and surrounding areas the opportunity for live performances that would otherwise be out of their reach.

Project 2030 is a five year plan to improve the core facilities focusing on the auditorium area, that have seen little change in the 50+ years since the theatre opened. It is hoped that through the project not only we will enhance the comfort of patrons but also restore some of the original features of the wonderful Victorian buildings the theatre inhabits.