Argyle Theatre of Varieties (c1868 - 1945)
Dates
- Existence: c1868 - 1945
Biography
The Argyle Music Hall in Birkenhead was opened in 1868 and staged many variety acts of the day.
The name was changed to The Prince Of Wales Theatre from 1876 to 1890, and was used mainly to stage plays. In 1890, the focus returned to music hall and variety and the theatre was renamed the Argyle Theatre.
Manager Denis J. Clarke ran the Argyle Theatre for 45 years from 1890 to 1935 developing the theatre to make it became one of the most well known theatres in the country playing host to many variety acts of the day.
As well as music hall and variety, the Argyle Theatre often had early film and also was the first theatre to have radio broadcasts.
During the Second World War, the theatre was bombed, taking a direct hit. It was never rebuilt.
Found in 358 Collections and/or Records:
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 27 October 1890
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Miss Vesta Tilley The London Idol, Francois Equilibristic Act, Frank Hayward The Great Star, Foreman and Fannan The Aristocratic Irishman, Miss Rose Dornton Serio and Top-Boot dancer, Mad’lle Dagmar The bohemian Marvel, Mr Pete Bradie Amusing Negro Entertainer, Mr George Ripon. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Red, blue and black type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 11 November 1889
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 10 February 1890
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 30 September 1895
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 18 November 1895
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Mr. Arthur Lennard singer, Mr Will Evans(late of Evans and Luxmor) comedian and dancer, The Brantfords American stars in 'Prof. Muddlehead'. Monday next, Millie Hylton London Star and Burlesque Actress. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Green type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 28 October 1895
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Ara, Zebra and Vora Premier Pyramidists and Pedepulists of the World, Miss Lily Burnand Comedienne, Mitzi Japanese Juggler, The Wal Pink Comedy Troupe in 'An April Fool', The 2 Leonas Songs and Dances, Miss Flo Lacey Characteristic Comedienne, Agnes Liston Serio and Ballad Vocalist and Mandolinist, Mr Alec Hurley Comedian and Exponent of Coster Songs. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Blue type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 10 February 1896
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 10 August 1896
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. George Spry and Florrie Austin Comedy Act, Myra May Soprano Vocalist, Brothers Howard Unique Second Sight Performance, Bennett and Martell Knockabout Comedians, Vocalists and Dancers, Miss Kate Toole Burlesque Actress, Little Tony Character Comedian, Nora Connor Serio Comic Vocalist and Dancer, Maud Needham Serio and Ballad Vocalist, Mr Charles Seel Character Comedian. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Blue, red and yellow type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 14 September 1896
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 21 September 1896
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 28 September 1896
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. The Haytors (Edie, Arthur and Frank) in 'His Nibs and His Nobs' Tom Eno Mimic, Daisy Meadows Serio Comic Vocalist and Dancer L’Incompushable Griff Comic Juggling Act, Lizzie Fletcher Comedienne, The Two Brewers Eccentric Comedians and dancing, Little Emily Juvenile Comedienne, Arthur Lennard Comedian. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Red, green and yellow type.
Argyle Theatre of Variety Poster, 7 November 1897
Argyle Theatre Poster
Argyle Theatre Poster
Argyle Theatre Scrapbooks, 1916 - 1940
Large scrapbooks containing newspaper cuttings and reviews related to the Argyle theatre.
Book of Charitable Programmes, 1902 - 1911
Book listing all the acts and programmes brought to assist local charities, containing loose printed and handwritten programmes, handbills and tickets related to the events.
Book of Letter Headed Paper, 4 March 1911 - 24 July 1912
Book of letter headed paper with carbon paper and copies of letters, 250p.p, 148 pages used.
Books of Bookings, 1868 - 1935
Books listing artists and acts bookings and payments.
Books of Programmes, 1869 - 1902
Books of handwritten and Printed programmes, listing artists and performances.
Books of Wages, 1865 - 1891
Books of wage payments.
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