Grand Theatre [Blackpool] (Q8234)
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Theatre building in Blackpool, United Kingdom, opened in 1894
- Grand Theatre
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| English | Grand Theatre [Blackpool] | Theatre building in Blackpool, United Kingdom, opened in 1894 |
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53°49'1.920"N, 3°3'11.988"W
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Built 1894 by Frank Matcham for the theatre director Thomas Sergenson. Opened 23 Jul 1894 with Shakespeare's Hamlet. 1910 auditorium extension and alterations. Since the 1920s, used as a premiere theatre by London West End producers. Since the 1930s, used as a cinema during winter seasons. Later used as a bingo house. Demolition plans in 1972. Saved by a citizens' initiative. 1977 interior refurbishment by John Wyckham (while still used as a bingo house). 1980-1998 major restoration, addition of a studio stage. Re-opened as a theatre in March 1981. Currently run by a Trust, used as a theatre for touring productions. 1215 seats (English)
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23 July 1894Gregorian
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1894
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1910
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1,100
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33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 1HT, England
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