Wolverhampton Arts Centre has unveiled a new initiative designed to make live entertainment more accessible for local people, offering Whitmore Reans residents 66% off selected performances.

The new scheme, called Reans 66, gives eligible residents the opportunity to pay just one-third of the standard ticket price for a range of theatre, folk and jazz events taking place at the venue throughout its autumn season. The offer is available to people living within approximately a 15-minute walk of the arts centre, with a limited number of discounted tickets available for each participating show.

The programme has been created to strengthen the venue’s connection with its local community and encourage more residents to experience the diverse programme of performances taking place on their doorstep.

Trevelyan Wright, Chief Executive of Wolverhampton Arts Centre, said: “Wolverhampton Arts Centre has been part of Whitmore Reans for over 25 years, so it felt important that our closest neighbours should be at the heart of what we do.”

The discount scheme launches alongside a packed autumn programme featuring live music, theatre and family entertainment. Eligible events include performances by jazz pianist Zoe Rahman, folk artist Sam Carter, theatre productions such as A Brief Case of Crazy and Another Goodbye, and festive family show Jack & The Beanstalk (Sort Of!).

Based in Whitmore Reans, Wolverhampton Arts Centre has served the local community for more than two decades and recently secured a long-term lease that will support ambitious plans to improve and expand its facilities in the years ahead.

Residents can check whether their home falls within the Reans 66 area and view eligible performances at wolverhamptonartscentre.co.uk.