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Mark Shenton

Mark Shenton is a theatre critic. He was a regular columnist and associate editor of The Stage until 2019.

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Former Pembrokeshire courtroom in line to become theatre

A derelict former courtroom in Haverfordwest could be converted into a theatre if the project receives planning permission from Pembrokeshire County Council

Former Pembrokeshire courtroom in line to become theatre

A derelict former courtroom in Haverfordwest could be converted into a theatre if the project receives planning permission from Pembrokeshire County Council

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