The third phase of the REES Theater project in Plymouth continues.
The third phase of the project includes rebuilding the entire east outer wall, stabilizing the foundation, a new roof, concrete work, and the installation of steel inside the building.
Plymouth City Attorney Sean Surrisi told the Plymouth Redevelopment Commission members Tuesday night that the masonry work was a little delayed as more work was needed that wasn’t anticipated, but it is slowly getting done. Once the back wall masonry work is complete, the roofing project can get started. The timeline for the initiation of the roofing project is around Thanksgiving.
Volunteers are working weekends to remove the walls in the basement.
The fourth phase includes the renovation of the basement which will contain a dressing room and greenroom for performers. The main theatre will be reconfigured to host four-tiered seating that can accommodate auditorium-like seating or seating for a banquet or conference. The lobby will be upgraded with ADA-accessible restrooms. An upper balcony will be remodeled for seating, or a small meeting room, and additional restrooms. The third story will turn into a meeting space, a restroom and office for the future director.
The fourth phase is anticipated to be funded if Marshall County is designated as a Regional Stellar Community.
