This was the first phase of the redevelopment and refurbishment of the Live Theatre. The work included the removal of the existing roof to the rear yard and the creation of a new four storey glazed stair and lift tower.

The site is just off the busy Quayside and the existing buildings are all listed. The excavation works and foundations were subject to Archaeological inspections. Great care had to be taken during the construction of the structure not to cause damage to the several adjacent listed buildings.

Stephen Easten Building Ltd is now working on the second and third phases of the project and the theatre is scheduled to re-open in June 2007. The total value of the Live Theatre redevelopment for all phases is (circa £3.6m).