Greenock Arts Guild Theatre (no sound)

Footage of the Arts Guild Theatre, Greenock being built in about 1954 + opening ceremony in 1955. Famous Scottish actor Duncan MacRae can be seen in the foyer. The old theatre has now been replaced by the Beacon Arts Centre http://beaconartscentre.co.uk/ Opening was performed by Mr James Stuart, Secy of State for Scotland. Platform party also includes John Porter, Provost of Greenock, Dickson Mabon MP and DG Mitchell, Chairman.