ARMAGH THEATRE GROUP - COMMUNITY SURVEY 2021

Armagh Theatre Group - community survey

Armagh Theatre Group is seeking to refurbish Abbey Lane Theatre and we are seeking the views of the local and wider community in this community survey. We would greatly appreciate your participation.

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* 1. Please tell us about yourself and your links with ATG- tick whichever of below applies

I know where Abbey Lane Theatre is

I do not know where Abbey lane Theatre is

I have been to Abbey Lane Theatre before

I have never been to Abbey Lane Theatre before

I am male

I am female

I prefer not to say if male / female

I am employed (ft or pt) or Self Employed

I am unemployed

I am a full-time carer (unpaid)

I am unable to work due to ill-health or disability

I am retired

I am in full-time education or college

I am in part-time education or college

I am aged under 24

I am aged 25-40

I am aged 41-65

I am aged 66+

I am a member of the Catholic community (whether practising or not)

I am a member of the Protestant community (whether practising or not)

I am from a non-Christian community

I prefer not to say what community background I am from

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* 2. If you have been to Abbey Lane Theatre before, what was the reason (select all that apply)

To see or take part in a production by Armagh Theatre Group

To attend a Film Night

To attend or take part in an Open Mic Evening

To attend an associated arts event(s) using Armagh Lane Theatre as the venue

I have never been to Abbey Lane Theatre

Something else (comment below)

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Do you agree Armagh Theatre Group is an integral part of the greater Armagh art scene

Firmly Agree

Agree

Neither agree or disagree

Disagree

Firmly Disagree

Other (please specify)

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* 4. We are planning to extend Abbey Lane Theatre with a new reception area, widened entrances throughout, accessible toilets and increased seating. Please select whichever boxes you feel apply

These developments are needed and will improve the building

These developments will help me personally to access/use the building

These developments are not needed - the building is fine

These developments do not go far enough, more is needed

The current building is not accessible for wheel chair users or low mobility users, this needs addressed

I don't know if this will add to the building as I have never been there

Comment

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* 5. Do you feel there is a need / support for a Youth Section of Armagh Theatre Group?

Yes

Don't Know

Other (please specify)

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* 6. What other ways would enhance the usage of Abbey Lane Theatre as a venue? (arts or non-arts fields). Please select whichever boxes you feel apply

use the venue as a place for business or local clubs' meetings

use the the venue for mini-conferences

use the venue for local school events / activities

use the venue as a place for other local drama groups to rehearse / perform

use the venue for other arts and community groups

use the venue as a place for local musicians to rehearse / perform

use the venue for art / craft exhibitions

Other uses you would suggest?

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* 7. How do you believe Abbey Lane Theatre contributes to Armagh City and its environs? Please select whichever boxes you feel apply

it offers a place for people to meet and socialise

it offers a centre to enhance mental health well-being

it offers a centre to develop self esteem / confidence

it offers a place to develop and nurture acting talent and performance arts creativity

It offers a venue for cross-community participation and inclusiveness

It will help local people feel pride in their community

Other (please specify)

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* 8. If you have attended productions by Armagh Theatre Group how highly would you rate their performances?

Very highly

Highly

Fair

Lowly

Very lowly

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* 9. Armagh City also has the Market Place Theatre, what benefits do you feel Abbey Lane Theatre offers? Please select whichever boxes you feel apply

it is smaller and so better promotes amateur drama

it complements the Market Place Theatre

it does not complement the Market Place Theatre

it is a unique piece of Armagh's 'cultural and place' heritage so should be protected

I don't know what benefits it brings

Other (please specify)

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* 10. Armagh Theatre Group (ATG) is an amateur drama group and is a registered charity. Would you be willing to support the group financially and if so please indicate your preference

I would like to offer ATG an annual subscription

I would like to offer ATG a one-off donation

I would like to become a member of Friends of Armagh Theatre Group

No I am not able to support ATG financially

Other (please specify)
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