Really Local Group has signed a deal with British Land to transform the 15,000sq ft Karma Club into a new independent three-screen cinema and mixed-use community arts venue.
The Karma Club is situated on the ground floor and basement of The Broadway in Ealing, West London and Really Local Group, who have localism at the heart of everything they do, will work closely with British Land to create an inclusive community-led hub with affordable entertainment at its core. The venue has received planning approval and is set to open in early 2022.
Designed by Wren Architects and Utility Projects, the ground floor will be home to Compound Coffee café and the main entrance down to the venue at basement level. In response to the locals’ needs and changes in working patterns as a result of the pandemic, the space will be flexible to accommodate activities ranging from co-working during the day to community events and performances in the evening.
Preston Benson, Founder of Really Local Group, commented: “In our post-pandemic world, celebrating our local culture and communities matters more than ever before. We are very excited to be launching our latest independent cinema-led community hub within Ealing Broadway. Working with British Land, we look forward to further enhancing the cultural offering in a borough with an established arts and film heritage, while also providing an adaptable, collaborative venue for locals to enjoy.”
Tim Haddon, Head of Asset Management (Ealing Broadway and Standalone Portfolio) at British Land, said: “We are really excited to welcome the Really Local Group to Ealing, another important milestone as we continue the evolvement of Ealing Broadway shopping centre. Ealing has a rich film heritage, having been home to Ealing Studios, the oldest working studio facility for film production in the world. This cultural hub will enhance the amenities in the area and bring a range of benefits to the local community as well as attracting people from the wider area.”
