Takero Shimazaki Architects has submitted plans to redevelop an east London theatre, almost doubling its capacity.

The practice’s proposals for The Yard Theatre at Hackney Wick were lodged with the London Legacy Development Corporation last month and would create an expanded centre for the organisation and new community space.

The existing 110-seat theatre was built in former industrial premises at Queens Yard, off White Post Lane, in 2011 on a budget of just £9,000.

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