AM sure I speak for many of your readers when I say how devastated I am to hear of the possible demise of the Octagon for financial reasons. The Octagon Theatre is a flagship for Bolton, attracting tourism, commerce, industry and investment into our town. We have been season ticket holders for over 20 years and have enjoyed an excellent variety of plays in that time - there's always something for everyone. Not only does the Octagon excite, delight and inspire our local community, especially through the Activ8 programme, but also has a national reputation for artistic innovation and excellence.
Come on, fellow Boltonians! Don't let our theatre die the death - Fight for it! Make your voice heard. "SAVE OUR OCTAGON".
Mrs Laura A Barker
Broomfield Close, Ainsworth, Bolton
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