Theatregoers Collection

Metropolitan Music Hall, Edgware Road
The Metropolitan Music Hall, 207 Edgware Road London - a very fine Music Hall which was sadly demolished in 1963 to allow the building of a flyover for the A40

Drury Lane Theatre in London
Scene outside the Drury Lane Theatre in London. Designed by Benjamin Dean Wyatt, it opened on 10 October 1812. Artist signature is Shepherd. Date: 1900s ?

Duke of Yorks Theatre, London
Scene outside the Duke of Yorks Theatre, London. The theatre, designed by architect Walter Emden was opened on 10 September 1892 although it started life as the Trafalgar Square Theatre

The Globe Theatre, Bankside, Southwark, after a drawing from Pennants London
XJF396092 The Globe Theatre, Bankside, Southwark, after a drawing from Pennants London, first published 1793, engraved by James Stow (c.1770-p.1820), published 1812 (engraving) by English School

Theatre programme front cover for the London Palladium in 1952, with glamorous theatre goers arriving for its autumn variety show, Wonderful Time, starring, among others

ELECTRICAL CAB
Theatregoers leave after the show in a vehicle of the London Electrical Cab Company. Date: 1896

Olympia Music-Hall, Paris
Outside the Olympia Music-Hall (which still exists) Date: 1898

The Pit Queue (colour litho)
813623 The Pit Queue (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pit Queue.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

The Drury Lane Pantomime, in the Gallery (litho)
1627652 The Drury Lane Pantomime, in the Gallery (litho) by Russell, Walter Westley (1867-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Drury Lane Pantomime, in the Gallery)

Well-to-do theatregoers leave the London Lyceum after a performance, 1881 (engraving)
3245538 Well-to-do theatregoers leave the London Lyceum after a performance, 1881 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

After the Pantomime, "Exeunt Omnes"(engraving)
1626648 After the Pantomime, " Exeunt Omnes" (engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Pantomime, " Exeunt Omnes")

Outside the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, 1821 (w / c on paper)
660979 Outside the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, 1821 (w/c on paper) by Schnebbelie, Robert Blemell (fl.1803-d.1849); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Victorian theatregoers crowd into a box at a London theatre (engraving)
3245540 Victorian theatregoers crowd into a box at a London theatre (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; English, out of copyright

Trafalgar Square Theatre, London - by night, busy with theatregoers. (2 of 2) Date: late 19th century

Elliston (Manager of the Surrey Theatre) in the character of
2493450 Elliston (Manager of the Surrey Theatre) in the character of Sylvester Daggerwood singing the song Bonaparte, written by Mr Lawler, pub

Front cover of The Playgoer magazine, featuring an illustration of two female theatre goers by John Hassall. Date: 1902

How an actor sees his audience and the prompter, c. 1890 (litho)
KDC324185 How an actor sees his audience and the prompter, c.1890 (litho) by Kamak, A. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: view from the stage; ); German, out of copyright

Opera dresses from Nikolaus Heideloffs Gallery of Fashion Vol II
MJC67226 Opera dresses from Nikolaus Heideloffs Gallery of Fashion Vol II, June 1796 (print) by Heideloff, Nicolaus von (c.1761-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ladies at the Opera)

Gallery Boxes; Pit (engraving)
2785654 Gallery Boxes; Pit (engraving) by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallery Boxes; Pit)

In the foyer of the Apollo Theatre, Berlin. circa 1898

Going to the Morning Performance of the Pantomime (engraving)
1613491 Going to the Morning Performance of the Pantomime (engraving) by Friston, David Henry (fl.1853-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: Going to the Morning Performance of the Pantomime)

Outside the Theatre du Vaudeville, Paris, during the interval (b / w photo)
3101193 Outside the Theatre du Vaudeville, Paris, during the interval (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outside the Theatre du Vaudeville, Paris)

Saloon to the Private Boxes, Covent Garden Theatre, from Ackermanns
STC169775 Saloon to the Private Boxes, Covent Garden Theatre, from Ackermanns Microcosm of London, 1810 (aquatint) by English School

The Plays the Thing (Langham Sketch) (colour litho)
5997538 The Plays the Thing (Langham Sketch) (colour litho) by Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Plays the Thing (Langham Sketch)

Engaging Children for the Christmas Pantomime at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving)
1620732 Engaging Children for the Christmas Pantomime at Drury Lane Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pantomime, from the Clowns Point of View (engraving)
2771338 The Pantomime, from the Clowns Point of View (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pantomime, from the Clowns Point of View)

Returning from the Pantomime, the Last Train (engraving)
1104833 Returning from the Pantomime, the Last Train (engraving) by Ralston, J.M.L. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Returning from the Pantomime, the Last Train)

General view of one of the streets in the Theatre district of Londons West End taken at night, 10th July 1967

General view of one of the streets in the Theatre district of Londons West End taken at night, 10th July 1967

FRENCH THEATREGOERS
La Loge: a colourful group of French theatregoers lounge in a box to watch the play Date: 1850

THEATRE BOX, LONDON
Some very stiff-necked theatregoers in the box at a London theatre Date: 1890

THEATRE GOING / MET OPERA
a crowd of operagoers in the lobby of the Metropolitan Opera House, New York, waiting for their carriages and motors Date: January 1913

USA / MET OPERA / LOBBY
NEW YORK the lobby after the opera - waiting for carriages and motors Date: January 1913

Elliston (Manager of the Surrey Theatre) in the character of Sylvester Daggerwood, 1811
Elliston (Manager of the Surrey Theatre) in the character of Sylvester Daggerwood singing the song Bonaparte, written by Mr Lawler, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving)

St James Theatre 1900
Theatregoers, mostly women, leaving the theatre after a matinee. A couple of policemen are on the beat. Date: 1900

Masquerades and Operas, Burlington Gate, from The Works of Hogarth, published 1833
KW281846 Masquerades and Operas, Burlington Gate, from The Works of Hogarth, published 1833 (litho) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Uruguay - Montevideo - The Victoria Theatre Date: circa 1909

Theatre from a Box 1916
A group of four theatre goers, three women and one man, in a box watching showgirls Date: 1916

Theatregoers - a girl likes to be seen in the company of a hero of the revolution

Social / Gala Opera 1913
People travelling home after a gala performance at the Imperial Opera House, Moscow

Theatregoers 1929
Fashionable theatregoers out for the evening

Theatregoers Arriving
Playgoers arriving in carriages at the entrance to Dalys Theatre, London

Theatregoers in Gallery
Boxing-Night ( A picture in the National Gallery )

Social / Theatregoers 1890
Some very stiff-necked theatregoers in the box at a London theatre

Dinner Jacket Suit 1938
A Dinner Jacket suit - a more casual version of dress suit consisting of a short jacket fastening edge to edge with a single button. Worn with wing collar & black tie

Covent Garden Theatre
Theatregoers at Covent Garden Theatre

Fashionable theatregoers in a loggia box at a French theatre
A group of four fashionable theatregoers, two men and two women, in a loggia box at a French theatre

Last train from Charing Cross, Central London
Passengers - many of them evidently theatregoers - await the last train of the day out of Charing Cross, Central London

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"Theatregoers: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the enchanting world as we explore their vibrant presence in various iconic venues. From the lively Metropolitan Music Hall on Edgware Road to the illustrious Duke of Yorks Theatre in London, these spaces have witnessed countless tales unfold. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Drury Lane Theatre, a historical gem that has captivated audiences for centuries. The Globe Theatre, situated in Bankside, Southwark, comes alive through a mesmerizing drawing from Pennants London - transporting us back to Shakespearean times. As night falls, an electrical cab transports eager patrons to Olympia Music-Hall in Paris. The air is filled with anticipation as they await unforgettable performances that will leave them spellbound. Delve into nostalgia with a glimpse at theatre programme front covers from 1952's London Palladium - a testament to the enduring allure of live entertainment. Join us at The Pit Queue where vibrant colors come alive through lithography, capturing the excitement and camaraderie among those eagerly awaiting entrance. Experience the magic from above as well-to-do theatregoers exit London Lyceum after an enthralling performance; an engraving frozen in time since 1881. Witness joyous scenes unfold after a pantomime concludes with "Exeunt Omnes, " leaving hearts brimming with delight. Finally, step outside the majestic Theatre Royal on Drury Lane circa 1821 and feel transported by watercolor on paper. This snapshot showcases not only architectural beauty but also hints at bustling streets teeming with life and energy. Theatregoers throughout history have been united by their shared love for storytelling and spectacle, and are more than mere spectators; they are custodians of culture who breathe life into every production they attend – creating memories that endure long after curtains fall.