We are thrilled to reveal our brand new seating in Unity One thanks to Race Furniture’s and Theatres Trust Second Seating Act!

The seating revamp, courtesy of Race Furniture, transforms the space with new welcoming and comfy seats.

Watch the transformation:

Video by Alan Blundell

Seating’s Second Act was established as a gesture of gratitude to the theatre industry, which has played a vital role in Race Furniture’s success over the decades, Theatres Trust was chosen as the initiative’s natural partner given its role as the only organisation that supports the whole of the UK’s theatre ecosystem.

Unity’s application impressed Theatres Trust and Race Furniture by making a clear case for what a difference the seating refurbishment would make to the theatre and the communities it serves. The refurbishment will coincide with a major year-long heritage project, culminating in Unity presenting its first in-house production in more than a decade in spring 2026.

Actor and director David Morrissey, a Unity Theatre Patron and Theatres Trust Ambassador says, This is fantastic news. Unity Theatre is a theatre close to my heart, which does so much fantastic work in my hometown of Liverpool. It thoroughly deserves this reward. Well done to Race Furniture and Theatres Trust for making this happen.

Eleanor Manson-Sawko, Executive Director of Unity Theatre says, Winning this competition forms a key part of our heritage celebrations, breathing new life into our space while honouring our past. This isn’t a cosmetic change — it’s an essential step in our evolution as an inclusive, welcoming, and professionally managed theatre. Thank you to Race Furniture and Theatres Trust for giving us this transformative opportunity.

Photography by AB Photography

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