In 1979 a small studio theatre opened on the pub's first floor.
One of the reasons why to save money is because the studio theatre has a limited capacity.
The stage area can be converted into a separate 93-seat studio theatre.
The Courtyard operates both a 150-seat main house and an 80-seat studio theatre.
A 100-seat "flexible studio theater" was also added in the downstairs.
During the initial construction phase, two more studio theaters were added to the plans.
There's been some concern about the complete show of publicity particularly for studio theatre show's the amateur ones.
The Alhambra also has a smaller studio theatre in the same complex.
The Studio Theatre is the second performing space inside the building.
The new complex, which will open next fall, will have a 550-seat main auditorium and a 350-seat studio theater.
