AS The David Hall performing arts centre in South Petherton opens its doors for the start of the autumn programme, visitors are being greeted by a striking new look in the foyer and bar.

During August, a team of volunteers and several Board Members of Petherton Arts Trust (PAT), who own and run The David Hall, have completely refurbished these areas, which now reflect the venue’s corporate colour of maroon plus apple green.

The work has involved not just repainting but also modernising the bar facilities, redesigning the information area in the foyer and renewing the lighting throughout.

This means that The David Hall has a bright new entrance in time for its 30th Anniversary, next year.