Architect's design images
What will it look like? Take a look at the latest architect’s impressions of some of the new spaces.
Phoenix 2020 expansion: construction is underway
Despite all the challenges caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, construction work is well underway on our exciting multi-million pound expansion project to become a four screen cinema, complete with a new art gallery, a fabulous roof terrace, and more spaces for making and learning. It’s all part of our ambition to make inspiring film and art available to all.
Construction started in September 2021 and will last for around 12-15 months, with the venue remaining open to the public for much of the build.
Phase 1 saw the creation of a dedicated digital learning suite, which was completed in February 2022; the new cinema screens, art gallery, Café Bar and roof terrace will be unveiled in early 2023.
Though building work is under way, we still have a remaining fundraising target of £210k to support the fit-out and user experience aspects of the project. So far over 300 individuals and small businesses in Leicester and Leicestershire have generously donated to the Phoenix 2020: Be Part of It campaign, but we’re still actively seeking donations and sponsorship to reach this target.
Find out more about Phoenix 2020 below and how you can help.
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Supplier opportunities: signage, equipment & furniture fit-out
Construction work on our extension is underway. The expansion project includes new and refurbished spaces, all of which require fitting out, and there are signficant opportunities for suppliers.
Supplier Opportunities: Real Initiative
Phoenix is seeking a training and exhibition partner for REAL Acceleration for Digital Art, and we would like to engage a supplier with specific expertise in immersive digital
technology. Full information and details of how to apply are in the supplier brief; applications must be accompanied by a completed equal opportunities monitoring form.
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Donate now
Help us reach our fundraising target. Donate today and we’ll put your name on the new building – on screen, the front doors, a seat or even a whole cinema.
Join our Supporters
These are the people and organisations who have already donated to our 2020 BE PART OF IT campaign, helping us to make Phoenix 2020 happen.
Sponsor 2020
Can you help us financially – either as an individual or through a company or organisation? If so, we’d love to talk to you.
Phoenix 2020 News
Arts Council reaffirms commitment to Phoenix 2020 with £645,000 award
Dec 2020 – Arts Council awards a ‘Capital Kickstart’ grant of £645,586 in support of our Phoenix 2020 expansion plans.
Further £570,000 support announced for Phoenix 2020
Jun 2019 – Garfield Weston Foundation, Foyle Foundation and BFI all pledge their support to Phoenix expansion plans.
£4 million towards expansion confirmed by Arts Council
Apr 2019 – Arts Council England has confirmed it will invest £4 million of National Lottery money towards Phoenix 2020.
City Council invests £1 million
Oct 2018 – Leicester city council has committed £1 million towards Phoenix 2020.
Phoenix 2020 designs revealed
Oct 2018 – Detailed architectural designs revealed for Phoenix 2020.
Article – Join us for the journey
Learn about our work as a charity, the difference we make to people’s lives and how Phoenix 2020 will enable us to do much more.