The fourth theatre on the site since restoration times, this is the oldest theatre in use in London. In 1745 the National Anthem had its first public performance here, in an earlier building.
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Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Theatreland - Home of the performing arts in London A joint venture by the C...
This plaque raises some questions. Firstly, how could he have 'died a pauper'...
Born Gainsborough, Lincolnshire. Actress. George Bernard Shaw wrote his play ...
