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Jenna Campbell

Oldham Coliseum pays tribute to general manager and "backbone" of the theatre who has died aged 58

Oldham Coliseum has paid tribute to its general manager Lesley Chenery who died at the weekend aged 58

Lesley was head of production at the theatre for several years, and returned this January as general manager to guide the company in the aftermath of losing its Arts Council National Portfolio Funding. Last week, the historic theatre announced it would be cancelling all upcoming shows after losing its funding bid back in November.

Issuing a heartfelt statement on social media, the announcement from Oldham Coliseum on Lesley's death read: "We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Coliseum General Manager Lesley Chenery this weekend.

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