B11

For years the old town theatre was a failure. It was very expensive but not comfortable, and most of the plays performed were ________________.

POPULAR

B12

In an attempt to make it more ________________, they began putting on more comedies and well known, successful dramas.

COMMERCE

B13

Because the audiences were made up of ________________ young people with low incomes and students, discounted tickets were introduced.

MAIN

B14

In ________________, there was the issue of the uncomfortable seating. Despite the huge cost, the old seats were ripped out and new ones installed.

ADD

B15

All of these measures made the theatre’s new owner rather ________________. Would there be enough new customers to make up for all the money invested?

ANXIETY

B16

But in ________________ everything has worked out pretty well. Audiences are on average three times larger than before. The theatre is now an outstanding success.

REAL