Entertainment venue. Built on the site of Croydon's 'Fair Field' which hosted a fair until the 1860s. The complex comprises: a main concert hall, the Ashcroft Theatre and the Arnhem Gallery. Over the years, many famous artists including The Beatles, The Who and Status Quo have appeared here. A major redevelopment was completed in March 2019.
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Fairfield Halls
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Home of the Royal Ballet and Royal Opera. Originally built in 1732 as a playhouse. The current building is the third on the site, following the fires that destroyed the first two.
Composer. Born Bradford of parents born in Germany. In America 1884-6, supposedly learning citrus farming but really developing his interest in music which he went on to study in Germany. Works ...
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