The Citizens Theatre in Glasgow has been named Britain’s top theatre in a new nationwide award by The Theatres Trust, receiving the title of Great British Theatre 2026 alongside the Great Renovation Award.
The transformation of the Citizens Theatre was designed by Bennetts Associates and completed in 2025, carefully retaining the heritage of the Victorian theatre while opening up the building to the wider community.
The judges were particularly impressed by the way the redevelopment brings together the building’s past, present and future, with people and creativity at its heart.
James Nelmes, Director at Bennetts Associates, commented:
“We are incredibly proud to have helped shape a new chapter for the Citizens Theatre, using design to reveal, celebrate and enhance the historic character that was always there. It is hugely rewarding to see this recognised through these awards, which also celebrates the deep connection to place and community that sits at the heart of our design approach.”