Sponsors have been announced for The Watermill Theatre's summer production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
Chester Rose Financial Planning joins as Young Performers Sponsor, while Horsey Lightly Solicitors returns as Production Sponsor for the theatre’s "most ambitious to date" show.
Chester Rose Financial Planning, which manages the Equity and Musicians’ Union pension schemes, brings experience in supporting professionals in theatre, film and music.
A spokesman for Chester Rose Financial Planning said: "We are thrilled to sponsor the Watermill’s summer production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
"As a financial planning firm with strong ties to the creative and performing arts, through our work with the Equity and Musicians’ Union pension schemes, supporting regional theatre and the people behind it is a natural fit for us.
"Building on a long-established relationship with these communities, we’re proud to help those working across theatre, film and music secure their financial futures.
"We’re excited to see this much-loved story brought to life and look forward to a truly magical show this summer."
As part of their sponsorship, Chester Rose will host a series of inheritance tax seminars at the Watermill Theatre throughout the year, offering practical advice on estate planning and wealth preservation.
The sessions will be held in partnership with Gardner Leader at 6pm on June 15, 2pm on July 22, 6pm on September 16, and 2pm on October 13.
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Horsey Lightly Solicitors, based in Newbury, is once again supporting the theatre as Production Sponsor.
The firm described the partnership as an investment in the community.
A spokesman for Horsey Lightly Solicitors said: "Horsey Lightly believe in the power of the arts to bring people together.
"Sponsoring Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Watermill Theatre is our way of investing in the cultural heart of our community and ensuring that local talent has a stage to shine on.
"Sponsorship is a partnership that places our brand in the spotlight while supporting the arts in our community."
The Watermill Theatre has welcomed the renewed support.
Claire Murray, joint-CEO and executive director at the Watermill Theatre, said: "We are thrilled to have the support of Horsey Lightly Solicitors and Chester Rose Financial Planning as sponsors of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
"This show, with its cast of 16, young company of 26, pack of puppet dogs and one magnificent flying car, promises to be our most ambitious to date.
"We’re grateful to these two companies for partnering with the Watermill and look forward to working together to deliver on our shared commitment to our local communities."
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