When did the Theatre Royal in Newcastle open? The Theatre Royal is a historic theatre, a Grade I listed building situated on Grey Street in Newcastle upon Tyne . The theatre was designed by local
When did the Theatre Royal in Newcastle open?
The Theatre Royal is a historic theatre, a Grade I listed building situated on Grey Street in Newcastle upon Tyne . The theatre was designed by local architects John and Benjamin Green as part of Richard Grainger ‘s grand design for the centre of Newcastle, and was opened on 20 February 1837 with a performance of The Merchant of Venice.
Who was the longest running lessee of the Newcastle Theatre Royal?
The longest running individual lessee, before Ltd companies, was Edward D Davis from 1845 to 1870 during which in 1867 the interior was redesigned by architect Charles J. Phipps.
Is the Theatre Royal in Newcastle UK safe?
With a terrific programme of shows coming up, we’re looking forward to welcoming you back to Newcastle Theatre Royal. You’ll be in safe hands; we have been granted the use of Society Of London Theatre & UK Theatre’s ‘See it Safely’ mark.
Who are the lessees of the Theatre Royal?
James Howard and Fred Wyndham of Edinburgh and Glasgow became lessees from 1883 to 1887. Due to their intention, carried out, of also leasing the Tyne Theatre and Opera House, the shareholder committee did not renew their lease of the Royal. Instead, Robert Arthur of Glasgow and now lessee of Her Majesty`s Theatre, Dundee took over in 1888.
Theatre Royal Newcastle. The Theatre Royal is a Grade I listed building situated on Grey Street in Newcastle upon Tyne. It was designed by local architects John and Benjamin Green as part of Richard Grainger’s grand design for the centre of Newcastle, and was opened on 20 February 1837 with a performance of The Merchant of Venice.
Who are the Mormons playing at Newcastle Theatre Royal?
The Strictly favourite comes to Newcastle. The Mormons are coming! It’s magnifico! Working its way back to Newcastle! The nation’s favourite dark manipulator of magic and mind control returns! Sing hallelujah, it’s back!
Who is in Humpty Dumpty at Theatre Royal Newcastle?
A brand-new pantomime packed with yokes comes to Newcastle!The masters of mayhem Danny Adams and Clive Webb and the Grande Dame of Grey Street Chris Hayward are back in a brand new family panto, Humpty Dumpty, and this time they are joined by X Factor winner Joe McElderry.When the Wicked…