The Lyric Theatre’s historical building is in need of some immediate work related to fire and safety according to a notice from the City of Swift Current and the Swift Current Fire Department. 

As a result of the immediate upgrades, the Lyric Theatre will be closing its doors to the public, performers, and staff until renovations are completed. 

With contracts, permits, fundraising, and other factors, it is anticipated that the construction could take up until the fall of 2023. 

The Lyric Board of Directors has decided not to proceed with this summer’s Great Southwest Shakespeare Festival due to recent developments although they are still hopeful that the Shakespeare Summer Day Camp for Youth will take place as planned. 

Tonight’s Write Out Loud event which was initially scheduled to take place at the Lyric, has been moved to the Swift Current Museum. 

Check-in with Swift Current Online next week for more details.