The Dundee Rep Theatre has been granted coveted A-Listed status leaving locals delighted.
The much loved establishment received the award for its ‘special architectural significance’.
And since last week’s announcement, locals have flooded the theatre’s Facebook page with good wishes and congratulations.
Ann Mckay wrote: “One of my favourite modern buildings. Built when things were pretty grim in Dundee. I always thought it was inspirational. A beacon of light. Well done Rick Russel Studio."
While Lynne Baxter added: “ Brilliant! A Nichol Russell design. Hope I have that spelling right. Scotland has a lot of their work to enjoy. What went on inside that building was pretty good too."
Julie Lamb Tod said: “We bought a brick as students to help build the Rep back when it was being funded; we also supported the company in the old draughty building."
And Amanda Mackie commented: “Brilliant well done love going to rep and my groups."
The theatre - which was built in 1982 - was listed in recognition of its exceptional design quality, as well as its contribution to civic life, society and culture in Scotland in the late 20th century.
It is a rare example of a modern purpose-built theatre in Scotland, one of only three major Scottish theatres built during the post-war theatre building boom that swept across Britain from the 1950s to the mid-1980s.
It is the only theatre in Scotland that is home to a permanent full-time company of actors.
The listing decision follows a six-week consultation that was launched in December to gather views from people with an interest in the building.
Dara Parsons, Head of Designations at Historic Environment Scotland, said: “We are delighted to add the Dundee Repertory Theatre to the list of Scotland’s most significant buildings. The building has long been recognised as an exceptional piece of architecture and an important cultural hub.
“The feedback we received emphasised the importance of Dundee Rep as a repertory theatre, and it was clear from the comments that Dundee Rep is widely appreciated as a unique and cleverly designed building that is striking both inside and outside”
Andrew Panton, Dundee Rep’s CEO, said: "We are thrilled to hear that our unique and much-loved building is being considered in this way for its special architectural and historical significance.
“We are very proud that over the course of eight decades, Dundee Rep Theatre has been at the heart of the community here in Dundee, and for the last forty years our building on Tay Square has been instrumental to that success; becoming an important hub for engagement in the city, welcoming audiences from all over the world and housing our two award-winning dance and theatre ensembles.”
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