SUPPORTERS of one of County Durham's oldest theatre celebrated the venue's new look.
The Empire Theatre in Consett, re-opened in March after a nine-month closure and a major £700,000 refurbishment.
Last weekend, groups who had raised funds for the revamp or supported the venue gathered for a party and concert with Consett-born singer Susan Maughan, Pop Idol contestant Aaron Bayley and comedian Stu Francis.
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