Theatre Goers Collection

The Haymarket, London, c. 1910 (oil on panel)
BOU203116 The Haymarket, London, c.1910 (oil on panel) by Pownall, George Hyde (1876-1932); 15.2x23 cm; Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English, out of copyright

Types of Playgoers - No. 1 The Stalls, 1903 (litho)
XJF448214 Types of Playgoers - No. 1 The Stalls, 1903 (litho) by Wimperis, Arthur Harold (1874-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Physionomies de spectateurs de la Porte St-Martin... 1852. Creator: Honore Daumier
Physionomies de spectateurs de la Porte St-Martin... 1852. Physionomies de spectateurs de la Porte-St.-Martin pendant une represantation de Richard III

Le Banc des Amateurs, 1852. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le Banc des Amateurs, 1852. Vue prise a l'opera. The Theatre-Lovers Seats. Scene at the opera. Series: Les Parisiens en 1852, no. 3; Periodical: Le Charivari, 15 January 1852

Dans une salle de spectacle, 1854. Creator: Honore Daumier
Dans une salle de spectacle, 1854. Scene in a theatre. From Paris l'ete, no. 2

Going to the Theater: Woman of the Joo Era [1652-55], published in 1893. Creator: Mizuno Toshikata
Going to the Theater: Woman of the Joo Era [1652-55], published in 1893. Series: Thirty-six Selected Beauties

Picturesque Paris, the Flower Market near the Madeleine (litho)
1629645 Picturesque Paris, the Flower Market near the Madeleine (litho) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picturesque Paris, the Flower Market near the Madeleine)

Box Entrance to the English Opera House, c. 1826 (colour litho)
661127 Box Entrance to the English Opera House, c.1826 (colour litho) by Havell, Daniel (1785-1826); Private Collection; (add.info.: Now The Lyceum Theatre, London)

The Dress Circle, published by Thomas McLean, London (coloured etching)
STC188359 The Dress Circle, published by Thomas McLean, London (coloured etching) by Heath, William (1795-1840); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Peristyle at the Theatre Francais, c. 1822 (colour litho)
CHT169425 The Peristyle at the Theatre Francais, c.1822 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Hugh Cudlipp, Chairman of the Mirror Group of Newspapers (2nd Left), pictured with Prime Minister Harold Wilson, wife Mrs Mary Wilson and Film Producer Lew Grade, at the Queens Theatre, London

The Coventry Theatre Hales Street, Coventry 28th January 1963

Pidgeon Hole - A Convent [sic] Garden contrivance to coop up the gods, 1811 (engraving)
XJF448237 Pidgeon Hole - A Convent [sic] Garden contrivance to coop up the gods, 1811 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: No)

A Critical Audience on the Question of Step-Dancing, c. 1870s (engraving)
XJF448215 A Critical Audience on the Question of " Step-Dancing", c.1870s (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Wagnerites, illustration from The Yellow Book, 1894 (litho)
XJF377163 The Wagnerites, illustration from The Yellow Book, 1894 (litho) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Masquerades and Operas, Burlington Gate, from The Works of Hogarth, published 1833
KW281846 Masquerades and Operas, Burlington Gate, from The Works of Hogarth, published 1833 (litho) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

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"Theatre Goers: A Glimpse into the World of Entertainment Enthusiasts" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of theatre goers. From the bustling streets of London to the picturesque charm of Paris, these individuals were drawn to the magic and allure that only live performances could offer. In "The Haymarket, London, c. 1910, " an oil on panel painting transports us to a bygone era, where elegantly dressed men and women eagerly make their way towards The Haymarket Theatre. Their anticipation is palpable as they prepare for an evening filled with drama and spectacle. Meanwhile, "Picturesque Paris" takes us to the vibrant Flower Market near the Madeleine. Amongst colorful blooms and fragrant scents, theatre enthusiasts pause for a moment before continuing their journey towards a night of entertainment. "The Box Entrance to the English Opera House, c. 1826" reveals a scene brimming with opulence and grandeur. Ladies adorned in exquisite gowns ascend marble staircases while gentlemen escort them with chivalry befitting such esteemed surroundings. Moving across continents but staying within historical confines, we encounter "The Peristyle at the Theatre Francais. " This 1822 lithograph showcases French theater-goers mingling beneath ornate arches before entering one of France's most prestigious cultural institutions. Fast forward to more recent times; we find ourselves amidst modernity with Hugh Cudlipp, Chairman of Mirror Group Newspapers captured in an image from his influential tenure. His presence reminds us that even those shaping media landscapes appreciate escaping into theatrical realms. Venturing outside traditional theaters brings us to Coventry's Hales Street Theater on January 28th, 1963 - its marquee shining brightly against a darkened sky as eager patrons flock inside seeking respite from everyday life through artful performances. Not all experiences were glamorous though; "Pidgeon Hole.