Embassy Theatre, Art Deco theatre in Peterborough, United Kingdom.
Description
The Embassy Theatre is an Art Deco building at the intersection of Broadway and Cattle Market Road in Peterborough. The striking structure features distinctive 1930s architecture with locally produced red bricks that give it a recognizable appearance.
History
The building was designed by architect David Evelyn Nye in 1937 and originally functioned as a theatre space. It was later converted into a cinema in 1953 and subsequently served other entertainment purposes.
Culture
The venue was an important gathering place for music fans in the 1960s, drawing notable performers who played here regularly. The building remains part of the city's cultural memory as a space where people came together to experience live entertainment.
Practical
The location sits at a central junction in the city and is easily reached on foot. The building is well-signposted and accessible from multiple directions.
Did you know?
The building was the only theatre project in architect David Evelyn Nye's entire body of work, as he specialized mainly in cinema design. This exception makes it a special case in the architect's portfolio.
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