Theatre Royal, Birmingham, Historical theatre in New Street, Birmingham, England
The Theatre Royal featured an auditorium across four levels with a seating capacity of 2,200 people and contained a substantial stage for performances.
The first Theatre Royal opened in 1774, designed by architect Saul, and underwent multiple reconstructions due to fires in 1792 and 1820.
The venue presented numerous theatrical performances, including the premiere of W. S. Gilbert's The Fortune Hunter in 1897 and Charles Dickens' Amateur Theatrical Company in 1848.
Two coade stone medallions depicting David Garrick and William Shakespeare from the original theatre are now displayed at the Library of Birmingham.
During World War I, the Theatre Royal provided free performances to wounded soldiers, entertaining approximately 30,000 military personnel throughout the conflict.
Location: Birmingham
Inception: 1774
Address: New Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, England
GPS coordinates: 52.47910,-1.90030
Latest update: March 14, 2025 15:11
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