ARTS Minister Estelle Morris will tomorrow have a tour of the Palace Theatre ahead of a multi-million pound refurbishment of the Alcester Street venue.

Ms Morris will see for herself the historic theatre's auditorium and its out-dated reception and bar areas.

Work to improve accessibility and facilities for visitors is due to start soon.

Theatre and development manager Jonathon Cochrane will be at the theatre from 7.15-8pm showing Ms Morris the plans for the refurbishment.

Jacqui Smith MP said: "The theatre is doing very well at the moment and will be much improved once the new foyer, bar areas and other works are completed.''