Historic Glasgow cinema could be set for revamp with concerts, events, cinema and cafe

dailyrecord.co.uk:

The historic Lyceum cinema in Glasgow, which has been lying empty for over a decade, could re-open as early as next year under 'positive' plans.

The owners, Mohammad Choudhry, bought the building a decade ago, and has now announced that the cinema could again to movie-goers in mid 2025 as a website detailing plans was launched.

According to the site, the rebranded Lyceum Hub could be turned into a multi-functional facility featuring concerts, events, cinema and a cafe.

It was previously revealed that an alcohol licence for the B listed building was granted in March. At the time an agent for the owner said that Mr Choudhry had invested "substantial" money into the Govan Road premises, reports Glasgow Live.A previous application in 2021, which included for external alterations, was rejected after Glasgow City Council planners ruled that the revamp would “detrimentally impact” the B-listed building.