Bolton Council · Awarded contract

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Provision of Albert Halls Pantomime for 2026-2029 with Extension Options

Awarded 30 Jun 2025

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Awarded30 Jun 2025

Value£1,090,716.00

SupplierSHONE PRODUCTIONS LIMITED

AgencyBolton Council

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryArts & Culture

Expires in 3y 2mo4y 6mo term, 30% elapsed

Awarded 30 June 2025Expires 31 Dec 2029

About

Bolton Council awarded a contract to Shone Productions Limited for the provision of The Albert Halls Pantomime for 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029, with options to extend for two additional twelve-month periods for the 2030 and 2031 pantomimes.

The contract value is AUD 1,090,716.

The agreement is set to commence on 1 July 2025 and continue until the close of the 2029 pantomime, with extension options exercisable by written agreement.

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