A theatre has confirmed it will not reopen for another nine months as contractors need more time to complete building works. The Orchard Theatre in Home Gardens, Dartford, was aiming to welcome back show-goers this month after the council discovered RAAC in the roof last year. However, plans were delayed in June due to problems reinstating the technical equipment and wider works to improve the audience experience. This meant the popular venue would not be able to reopen for shows until early 2025. Today (September 13), the theatre has released a statement confirming performances will now not b…