Epstein Theatre Limited (07951086): administration
- Status
- Administration ended
- Administration began
- 2017-12-04
- Administrators
- Jason Daniel Baker, Lila Thomas
- Administrators' firm
- FRP Advisory
- Incorporated
- 2012-02-15
- Location
- Preston
- Industry
- 90010 Performing arts
Why it went into administration
- Sustained trading losses
- Creditor pressure / legal action
From the administrators' statement
Since 1913, the Hanover Street venue formally known as Cranes Music Hall, Cranes Theatre and The Neptune Theatre has provided a wide range of entertainment for over 100 years. The 380 capacity, grade II listed theatre underwent a well needed refurbishment in 2011. The theatre reopened its doors under the control of the Company in 2012, re-named in memory of Liverpool’s most successful music entrepreneur and Beatles manager Brian Epstein.
The Company was incorporated in February 2012 with David Pichilingi and Kevin McManus appointed to the board. Mr McManus resigned in late 2012 and Rebecca Pichilingi was appointed to the board in 2015. The Company operates from leasehold premises at Hanover House, 85 Hanover Street, Liverpool, L1 3DZ. Initial funding was secured from the key stakeholder and landiord, LCC by way of a working capital loan and an equipment loan.
Since operations commenced, the Theatre has hosted a variety of shows including Christmas and Easter Pantomime, Burlesque, Comedy, Concerts, Drama, Musicals and Dance offering a diverse programme to the local and wider community. The venue has become popular with touring comics, artists and bands and attracting a range of household names. The Company also offers private hire for weddings and school / youth theatre performers.
Administrators' statement of proposals (2018-01-31) · Companies House register