BIG screen movies are set to restart at The Brunton in Musselburgh after six months of closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

In line with official guidance and financial support from Creative Scotland, The Brunton will reopen its Big Screen in Venue 1, much loved by regular customers as a local cinema venue.

A range of modifications will be in place include new signage, floor markings, sanitiser stations, enhanced cleaning schedules as well as reduced capacity in the auditorium with advance booking only - either online or by phone.

Face coverings will be worn when not eating and drinking.

To enable social distancing, bespoke seat back covers with The Brunton logo have been created by Musselburgh-based Image Scotland.

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Michael Stitt, chairman of The Brunton Theatre Trust, said: “We thank all our audiences, visitors and local community, for their patience and support for The Brunton during this challenging time.

“We are delighted to be opening our doors again. Whilst The Brunton always takes measures to ensure the health and safety of our staff and visitors, we have now introduced additional hygiene and social distancing measures that guests will notice from the moment they walk back through our doors.”

Full details of the autumn cinema programme can be found on The Brunton’s website (www.thebrunton.co.uk).

Highlights include: A Beautiful Day In The Neighbourhood (PG), October 14 & 15; Emma (U), October 21 & 22; Dark Waters (12A), October 28; Military Wives (12A), November 4 & 5; and Misbehaviour (12A), November 11 & 12.

Donations of any size are invaluable to enable The Brunton to survive, thrive and continue to bring a programme of arts and entertainment to East Lothian and beyond.

Donations can be made via The Brunton’s website.