Plans to transform theatre in honour of Lemmy move closer
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has issued an update on the project
Plans to turn Burslem’s historic Queen’s Theatre into a music and arts venue honouring Motörhead legend Lemmy have moved a step closer.
A new agreement has been signed between Stoke-on-Trent City Council and the IFK Legacy CIC to lead the project.
Officials say the plans build on the momentum from the unveiling of the Lemmy statue in Burslem’s Market Place in May 2025.
The statue - created by Andy Edwards, who also created the world famous Fab Four Beatles statue - has brought visitors from across the globe to the town.
Councillor Jane Ashworth, leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, said:
“The Lemmy statue has shown that our local culture isn’t about industrial history or traditional arts. Something as recent as Motörhead can bring visitors from all over the world to the heart of the Mother Town.
“The best way to protect our city’s heritage for future generations is to bring old buildings back to life with new uses.
“This agreement means we can explore ways to give Burslem a music and arts venue while breathing new life into one of the most important buildings in Burslem’s Conservation Area.”