Antique Framed Print : Stoll Theatre on Portugal Street, near Aldwych, London
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Stoll Theatre on Portugal Street, near Aldwych, London
The Stoll Theatre on Portugal Street, near Aldwych, London, showing Stars on Ice. It was built in 1911 in the Beaux-Arts style and opened as the London Opera House. From 1914 to 1915 it became the National Theatre of England, and then was purchased in 1916 by Oswald Stoll. The theatre closed in 1957 and was demolished to make way for an office block, which now houses the Peacock Theatre. Date: 1947
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1947 Aldwych Beaux Portugal Stars Stoll
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.2cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Stoll Theatre on Portugal Street, near Aldwych, London, in the heart of the city's vibrant West End theatre district, during the 1940s. The Beaux-Arts style building, with its grand façade and intricate details, once opened its doors in 1911 as the London Opera House. A significant moment in the theatre's history came between 1914 and 1915, when it served as the National Theatre of England. However, its most notable owner was Oswald Stoll, who purchased the theatre in 1916. During the 1940s, the Stoll Theatre was the venue for various productions, including the popular "Stars on Ice" ice revue. The theatre's elegant interior, with its ornate decorations and plush seating, provided the perfect setting for these spectacular ice shows. The photograph's title, "Stars on Ice," adds an intriguing layer of mystery, leaving us to wonder about the specific performance that took place on this particular evening. Unfortunately, the Stoll Theatre's history came to an end in 1957, as it was eventually demolished to make way for a modern office block. Today, the Peacock Theatre now stands in its place, continuing the rich tradition of live performances in this historic area. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the Stoll Theatre's past glories, offering a glimpse into London's theatrical history and the magic of the 1940s.
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