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Theatre Royal, Haymarket
Promotional postcard for the Theatre Royal, Haymarket, London. The first theatre to defy the monopoly of the patent houses, the Little Theatre in the Hay (adjoining the present site) was built in 1720. It gained a limited patent in 1766-77 and was afterwards granted a special licence. The theatre was rebuilt on the present site by John Nash in 1821, closing the view from St Jamess Square. Date: circa 1900s
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Step into the magical world of Theatre Royal, Haymarket, a historic London landmark that has been enchanting audiences for centuries. This stunning promotional postcard from the early 1900s transports us back in time to an era of grand theatrical productions and popular entertainment. The Theatre Royal, Haymarket, located in the heart of London, was the first theatre to defy the monopoly of the patent houses. Its rich history began with the building of the Little Theatre in the Hay, on the present site, in 1720. This theatre gained a limited patent in 1766-77 and was later granted a special licence. In 1821, the theatre was rebuilt on its current site by the renowned architect John Nash. The new design closed the view from St James Square, but it only added to the theatre's allure. The Theatre Royal, Haymarket, was known for its diverse range of productions, from plays to pantomimes, and was a hub of theatrical innovation and creativity. This postcard captures the essence of the theatre's grandeur and popularity, inviting us to imagine the excitement and wonder that once filled its halls. Whether you were a nobleman or a commoner, a playgoer in the 1900s would have been drawn to the Theatre Royal, Haymarket, for an unforgettable night of entertainment. This postcard is a testament to the enduring power of the stage and the magic it holds for generations to come.
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