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Granada Theatre NWC01_01_2255
GALA BINGO HALL, MITCHAM ROAD, TOOTING GRAVENEY, WANDSWORTH, GREATER LONDON. Two ante-proscenium bays in the auditorium of the Gala Bingo Hall, showing the decorated tympanum and painted panels of the central bay.
The Granada Theatre opened in 1931. It closed in 1973 and reopened in 1976 as the Granada Bingo Club, later the Gala Bingo Club. The Granada Theatre is considered to be the most lavishly decorated cinema interior in Britain
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Media ID 24857232
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This print captures the exquisite beauty and grandeur of the Granada Theatre, now known as Gala Bingo Hall, located in Tooting Graveney, Wandsworth, Greater London. The image showcases two stunning ante-proscenium bays within the auditorium, adorned with ornate decorations and painted panels that grace the central bay's tympanum. Originally opened in 1931 as a cinema, the Granada Theatre quickly became renowned for its opulent interior design. Considered to be one of Britain's most lavishly decorated cinema interiors, it exudes an air of Gothic revival elegance that transports visitors to a bygone era of glamour and sophistication. After closing its doors as a cinema in 1973, this architectural gem was reborn in 1976 as the Granada Bingo Club before being renamed Gala Bingo Club. Despite its transformation into a bingo hall, the venue managed to retain much of its original charm and allure. Norman Walley skillfully captures every intricate detail through his lens - from the meticulously crafted decorative elements to the richly painted panels that adorn this majestic space. This print serves as a testament to both his talent as a photographer and Historic England's commitment to preserving our cultural heritage. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are reminded of how architecture can transcend time and transport us into another world – one where movie magic once reigned supreme within these hallowed walls.
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