The funding, agreed by Worthing Borough Council, will ensure the continued operation of Worthing Theatres and Museum, which offers arts and entertainment at venues including the Connaught Theatre, Pavilion Theatre, Assembly Hall, and Worthing Museum and Art Gallery. Cllr Dom Ford, Worthing Borough Council’s cabinet member for communities, culture, and leisure, said: "Worthing Theatres and Museum are at the heart of our cultural community. Worthing Theatres and Museum operates as an independent charity and manages the venues on behalf of the council. James Turnbull, chair of Worthing Theatres and Museum, welcomed the agreement. He said: "We welcome Worthing Borough Council’s commitment to a new five-year partnership with Worthing Theatres and Museum.