The Gate in Newcastle city centre was forced to close on Thursday night over health and safety concerns - and remained shut on Friday morning. The popular leisure complex on Newgate Street was evacuated due to a "safety concern with the building".
People watching films in Cineworld reported being told to leave with the firm confirming that all bookings will be refunded automatically. As a result, all screenings at The Gate's Cineworld were cancelled for the rest of the day.
Photos and videos from the scene showed people piling out of the building while staff prevented people from entering. The Hustle, The Mayfair and Turtle Bay remained open.
