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Shakespeare Theatre, Clapham Junction
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Shakespeare Theatre, Clapham Junction
Promotional postcard of The Shakespeare Theatre, Clapham Junction. The theatre was built by Charles Gray Hill to the designs of the prolific theatre Architect W. G. Sprague on a site next to the Battersea Town Hall (which is still standing today) on Lavender Hill, and was separated from it by Theatre Street. The Theatre opened under the management of William Bennett on the 16th of November 1896 and was mainly used as a legitimate theatre showing drama and plays, but was also put into use as a pantomime house at Christmas time. Date: circa 1896
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Step back in time with this promotional postcard of the Shakespeare Theatre in Clapham Junction, London. Built in 1896, this stunning Victorian theatre was the brainchild of Charles Gray Hill and the renowned theatre architect W.G. Sprague. Situated next to the Battersea Town Hall on Lavender Hill, the theatre was separated from it by Theatre Street. Upon its grand opening on the 16th of November 1896, under the management of William Bennett, the Shakespeare Theatre became a popular destination for theatre-goers seeking high-quality entertainment. The theatre primarily showcased legitimate plays and dramas, but came alive during the Christmas season when it transformed into a pantomime house. This postcard captures the essence of the theatre's grandeur, with its intricate architectural details and ornate facade. The Shakespeare Theatre was a testament to the popularity of theatrical entertainment during the Victorian era, and remains an important piece of London's theatrical history. Join us on a journey back to the late 1890s and experience the magic of live theatre as it was meant to be enjoyed at the Shakespeare Theatre in Clapham Junction.
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