After a £15.5 million makeover and just over seventeen months of disruption Leicester Square reopened today with a free celebration.
Fittingly, the area described by Boris Johnson as a "beacon for world
premieres and stars of the silver screen", is throwing a film and theatre
themed opening weekend.
Running from 24th to 27th May 2012, the Film Distribution Association is providing film based activities
and 'meet and greet' opportunities, while the Society of London Theatre TKTS booth will be offering a range of
competitions. There will also be performances from Mamma Mia! and Chicago on
stage.
The new-look Leicester Square has 12,000 square
metres of granite paving, stainless steel railings and a water feature that
sends jets of recycled water two metres into the air around the Shakespeare
statue. The square's trees have been fitted with uplighters to make visitors
feel safe at night. A new white granite ribbon
sits on the perimeter of the square and creates an extra tier of seating for
visitors to stop and enjoy the setting. There will also be refurbished
below-ground toilets.
After a fun
filled day in Leicester Square, you can hit the bars and restaurants nearby, or
head over to the Soutbank and enjoy more free fun at the Hide and Seek MaySandpit.
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