Crucible Theatre Crucible Theatre The Crucible Theatre (often referred to simply as "The Crucible") is a theatre in the city centre of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England which opened in 1971, As well as theatrical performances, it hosts the most prestigious event in professional snooker, the World Championship. The theatre was refurbished between 2007 and late 2009 and officially reopened 18 February 2010. The Crucible Theatre was built by M J Gleeson and opened in 1971, replacing the Playhouse Repertory theatre in Townhead Street. In 1967 Colin George, the founding Artistic Director of the Crucible, recommended a thrust stage for Sheffield, inspired by
Lyceum Theatre (Sheffield) final pantomime performance in March 1969, Sheffield's pantomimes took place in the neighbouring Crucible. The pantomime returned to the Lyceum in 1990s, as touring production companies were now using the venue. In 2007, Sheffield Theatres replaced the touring companies by starting co-production with Evolution Pantomimes. Their first show "Cinderella" was followed by "Aladdin" in 2008 and "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" in 2009. Lyceum Theatre (Sheffield) The Lyceum is a 1068-seat theatre in the City of Sheffield, England. There has been a theatre on the site since 1879 when the Grand Varieties Theatre was built. Made of wood and