The Acorn Arts Centre is a small, independently run arts venue with charitable status, in the heart of Penzance, Cornwall.
The Acorn Arts Centre was founded in 1987 when a small scale touring arts company took over the near defunct Penzance Arts Centre. The aim of this was to spread art into the local community and create an enthusiastic vibe for art in and around Penzance.
In June 1996 the Acorn Arts Centre received a significant grant from the National Lottery to undertake essential refurbishment and re-design the interior layout. The Arts Centre re-opened in 1998 when building works were completed.
The Acorn Arts Centre receives ongoing funding from Penwith District Council and Cornwall County Council. This funding equates to just under 20% of the cost to run the organization. Penzance Town Council supports their Penlee Park outdoor season with an annual project grant. The balance required is raised through ticket sales, hiring, bar sales and fund-raising activities. The Acorn Arts Centre also receives financial support from the Arts Council, England, South West through their grants for the arts programme.
In 2006, the Acorn Arts Centre presented over 200 opportunities for people to come and see a theatre performance, dance, music, comedy, plays for children, talks, literature and poetry events, films and workshops.
Being a friendly and welcoming venue, the Acorn Arts Centre is highly regarded by visiting artists and audiences. Presenting the best of small scale arts and entertainment has made the Acorn Arts Centre one of the longest running venues in Cornwall.
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