Construction work on the £35m Aylesbury Waterside Theatre has reached topping out stage.

The concept for the theatre, scheduled to open next year, was developed by Aylesbury Vale District Council and theatre designers RHWL Arts Team.

The venue will have a 1,200-seat auditorium that can be converted into a 1,800-capacity hall for standing events, and a 225-seat suite for smaller events including dance, drama, meetings and conferences.

The new theatre, which will replace Aylesbury Civic Centre, has been funded by the district council.

Construction work of the theatre is being undertaken by Hertfordshire-based Willmott Dixon.