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.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Commemorated ati
Theatre Royal - SWET
Theatreland - Home of the performing arts in London A joint venture by the C...
Thomas Doggett
This plaque raises some questions. Firstly, how could he have 'died a pauper'...
Other Subjects
Magic Circle
Dedicated to promoting and advancing the art of magic. Founded at Pinoli's Restaurant in Wardour Street by twenty-three magicians on July 1st 1905.
2 memorials
Salisbury Court Playhouse
Built by Richard Gunnell and William Blagrove. The picture source website gives a lot of information.
1 memorial
Bernard N. Mills
Second son of Bertram.  The picture shows him with his brother, Cyril.  We think Bernard is on the left.  Died at home in London.
1 memorial
Sir Ian Mckellen
Born Burnley, Lancashire. Versatile stage and film actor with a repertoire ranging from the classics through science fiction films and pantomime to Coronation Street. He ‘came out’ in 1988 and ha...
4 memorials
Dick Whittington
Born in Pauntley, Gloucestershire, second son of a wealthy man. Thrice Lord Mayor of London: 1397, 1406 and 1420 (actually four times but two were consecutive). Three times Master of the Mercers' C...
Person, Literature, Lord Mayor, Politics & Administration, Theatre
8 memorials
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