Grand Theatre
Derby, England
Venue Info
Built:
1886
Venue Status:
Closed, Other Use
(1950)
Seating Capacity:
2500
Location Info
Derby, EnglandOther Names
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Trivia & History
Opened in 1886, designed in an Italian Renaissance style by Birmingham architect Oliver Essex.
Shortly after opening, a major fire killed two people and caused substantial damage to the building. After being rebuilt, it became a popular venue for touring companies and pantomime.
The theatre closed in 1950 and was later converted into a ballroom.
Shortly after opening, a major fire killed two people and caused substantial damage to the building. After being rebuilt, it became a popular venue for touring companies and pantomime.
The theatre closed in 1950 and was later converted into a ballroom.
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