The Palace Theatre of Varieties [Leicester]
Leicester Palace Theatre
Theatre building in Leicester, United Kingdom
bioscoop in Leicester, Verenigd Koninkrijk
The Palace Theatre of Varieties
24 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GP, England
Built 1901 by Frank Matcham, replacing the Floral Hall. Opened 17 June 1901 as Leicester Palace Theatre of Varieties. 1931-1946 used as a full time cinema, 1937 also used for an ice skating show. From 1946, again used as a live theatre. 3000 seats. Closed 21 Feb 1959. Subsequently demolished in favour of retail buildings.