Despite the government allowing the theatre in Sheffield to re-open by 1940 , a binding contract had already been signed in Southport .
In order to resolve the financial crisis the Company arranged to reform in Southport , a de-restricted area , and carry on the business there .
Despite the government allowing the theatre in Sheffield to re-open by 1940 , a binding contract had already been signed in area .
In order to resolve the financial crisis the Company arranged to reform in Southport , a de-restricted area , and carry on the business there .