Canterbury Music Hall, Music hall theatre in Lambeth, England
The Canterbury Music Hall stood at 143 Westminster Bridge Road, featuring a grand entrance, three-tiered balconies, and a large stage for performances.
Charles Morton established the theatre in 1852 on a former skittle alley site, creating one of London's first purpose-built entertainment venues for musical performances.
The venue introduced regular theatrical shows, ballets, and musical acts to mixed audiences, making entertainment accessible to different social classes in Victorian London.
The theatre underwent multiple expansions, growing from an initial capacity of 700 to accommodate 1,500 spectators, with the addition of dining areas and art galleries.
In 1861, acrobat Blondin performed a daring tightrope walk between the theatre's balconies, demonstrating the venue's diverse entertainment programming.
Location: London Borough of Lambeth
Inception: May 17, 1852
Official opening: May 17, 1852
Address: 143 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7HR, England
GPS coordinates: 51.49910,-0.11340
Latest update: March 9, 2025 08:38
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