HERE'S a sneak peak inside the town's newest theatre which is opening in Reading in 2021.

Reading Rep Theatre has raised more than £500,000 for the company's first permanent home in Reading, meaning the new cultural arts hub in Kings Road will open next year.

A video, posted by Reading Rep Theatre, shows founder and artistic directer, Paul Stacey, standing outside the building which is to become the theatre.

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A picture shows the planned appearance of the theatre with the Reading Rep Theatre sign on the front of the building.

Mr Stacey then tours the inside of the venue standing inside what will be the main auditorium which he explains will seat up to 180 people.

Floor plans and sketches show how the rooms will be changed as the space is transformed into a theatre.

Viewers can also see where the cafe, bar and box office area will be situated as well as the backstage areas.

Mr Stacey also reveals where the studio, education and learning space will be.

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He said: "I'm particularly excited about it because it's the space we use to encourage and welcome everyone in Reading to experience high quality theatre and culture."

Reading Rep Theatre has raised the finance from a variety of trusts, foundations, businesses and individuals as well as Arts Council England (ACE) to open the theatre.

Hedley Swain, ACE area director of the South East said: “This is an exciting time for culture in Reading and Arts Council England is really pleased to be able to support this initiative, which will provide a much needed venue for some of the town’s excellent theatrical work."