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London Coliseum - auditorium
Promotional postcard showing the auditorium at The London Coliseum. The theatre was built by the theatrical architect Frank Matcham who intended it to be one of Londons largest and most luxurious " family" variety theatres. Construction started in 1903 and it opened on 24 December the following year as the London Coliseum Theatre of Varieties. It is located in St. Martins Lane, London Date: circa 1905
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Step into the magical world of London's grandest and most luxurious variety theatre, The London Coliseum, as depicted in this enchanting promotional postcard from circa 1905. Designed by the renowned theatrical architect Frank Matcham, this architectural marvel was intended to be one of London's premier destinations for popular entertainment. Construction on the London Coliseum began in 1903, and just a year later, on Christmas Eve 1904, the doors opened to the public as the London Coliseum Theatre of Varieties. Located in the heart of the city on St. Martin's Lane, this magnificent theatre played host to a dazzling array of productions, from plays and pantomimes to music hall performances and dance spectacles. As you gaze upon the stunning auditorium in this postcard, you can almost hear the laughter and applause of the packed house. The ornate seating, with its plush red velvet seats and intricately carved wooden rows, stretches up to the ornately decorated boxes, providing ample space for audiences to enjoy the show in comfort and style. The London Coliseum's stage was a hive of activity, with performers from around the world gracing its boards to showcase their talents. From the most popular music hall acts to the latest theatrical productions, there was truly something for everyone at this magnificent theatre. This postcard offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the theatre was the heart of popular entertainment in London. Whether you were a regular theatre-goer or a first-time visitor, a night at the London Coliseum was an experience not to be missed.
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