Description
Red Velvet Theatre Seat – Restored Vintage Cinema Seating from Sheringham Little Theatre
This Red Velvet Theatre Seat has been beautifully hand-restored in our London-based workshop, featuring new upholstery in luxurious red cotton velvet, a hand-painted black base and frame, and conditioned original wood panelling. By choosing sustainable furniture like this Red Velvet Theatre Seat, you’re not only minimising waste, you’re also supporting our traineeship programmes, helping individuals build skills and futures.
This exceptional Red Velvet Theatre Seat features flip-up seating, individually numbered frames, and original vintage charm paired with contemporary comfort. Fully reupholstered and refinished, this iconic theatre seat merges classic cinematic heritage with modern craftsmanship.
• Dimensions: Height: 85cm, Width: 56cm, Depth with Seat Down: 63cm, Depth with Seat Up: 56cm
• Condition: Good, with some true vintage signs of age and use. Upholstery and base have been fully renewed.
• Delivery: 1–2 weeks (Express delivery available – email sales@petitmiracles.org.uk)
More details below…
This stunning Red Velvet Theatre Seat has been rescued from the historic Sheringham Little Theatre and thoughtfully upcycled by our skilled team. Its rich red velvet upholstery, hand-finished black base, and conditioned original wood make it a standout piece for home cinemas, lounges, creative studios, or unique interiors.
• Material: Plywood, foam, cotton velvet, calico paint, metal and wood
• Design: Classic vintage theatre seating with individually numbered frames
Condition:
This Red Velvet Theatre Seat is in good restored condition, retaining authentic vintage character. Please examine the photos carefully, as they form part of the product description.
Sustainability and Social Impact:
Why buy new when you can own a Red Velvet Theatre Seat that is better for the planet and the community?
A new theatre seat typically starts from about £3000*, but our upcycled versions offer the same charm and functionality at a fraction of the cost while promoting sustainability. Every purchase helps reduce waste, preserve historic theatre seating, and conserve resources while supporting trainees in our community programmes. Each item provides valuable work experience, increasing employability and reducing social isolation.
Through our traineeship programme this item has provided our beneficiaries with 8 hours of valuable work experience and skills, increasing employability and reducing social isolation. Your purchase will provide a further 4 hours for our trainees.
Environmental Benefits:
• Diverts 30kg from landfill
• Reduces water use and carbon emissions compared to new items.
Delivery & Collection:
Delivery typically takes 1–2 weeks, with premium and express options available. Contact us via email at sales@petitmiracles.org.uk or call/WhatsApp 07557672911 to discuss. Local collection is also available from our West London location.
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ABOUT US
Petit Miracles has been based in Shepherd’s Bush in the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham since 2009. If you’d like to see our pieces in person, you can find our shop in the W12 Shopping Centre, where we also have our maker-space.
Through our programmes, we teach disadvantaged and vulnerable adults in the community, including people with disabilities. Every hour spent improves their confidence and helps each individual reach their potential.
We nurture creativity in a supportive environment while providing valuable training, guidance, and experience in a work setting from master upholsterers, professional interior designers, and restoration experts. Participants learn important skills in traditional crafts, restoration, DIY basics, painting and decorating, retail business, and entrepreneurship. Beneficiaries can choose how much time to commit – as a volunteer, through work experience, or a traineeship.
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