The arts venue replaces Ferneham Hall after a build which was delayed by the impact of the pandemic but has been progressing steadily over the past two years. It boasts an 800-seat main auditorium as well as two smaller studios which will allow it to host shows and events, as well as film screenings.
The ground floor also has a cafe which will be open during the day for passing visitors, and upstairs there is a bar area for the venue’s patrons.
For details of shows and events visit https://trafalgartickets.com/fareham-live-fareham/en-GB
We took a tour of Fareham Live ahead of its official opening – see our picture gallery for a revealing look at what facilities the venue has to offer:
5. Fareham Live
Inside Fareham Live on the first level looking down to the welcome desk and grand floor cafe Picture: Sarah Standing (240924-1869) Photo: Sarah Standing
6. Fareham Live
Pictured is: (l-r) Rosemary Squire, joint CEO Trafalgar Entertainment, Simon Martin, leader of Fareham Borough Council, Howard Panter, joint CEO and creative director Trafalgar Entertainment, cllr. Connie Hockley, Chris McGuigan, group commercial director Trafalgar Theatres, Helen Enright, CEO Trafalgar Theatres and Gavin Shuman, venue director Fareham Live Trafalgar Theatres. Picture: Sarah Standing (240924-2004) Photo: Sarah Standing
7. Fareham Live
The welcome desk at Fareham Live Picture: Sarah Standing (240924-1932) Photo: Sarah Standing
8. Fareham Live
One of the dressing rooms Picture: Sarah Standing (240924-1908) Photo: Sarah Standing