In pictures: The Grand photography
Blackpool’s Grand Theatre has commissioned local photographic artist Douglas Stuart to produce an exhibition, charting 12 months in the working life of the resort’s Grade II listed Victorian theatre
A Grand old Lady – A year in pictures made its debut on Heritage Open Day - Sunday 13 September 2009
Douglas Stuart has been shooting behind the scenes over the past year; taking pictures of patrons and volunteers, stars and scenery
Douglas studied at Blackpool and the Fylde College and is presently Gallery Curator at Blott Artists Studio
Douglas said: "The theatre is a captivating subject and I wish to challenge people’s perceptions of it."
The Grand Theatre was designed by renowned architect Frank Matcham and was opened on 23 July 1894, by Thomas Sergenson - Blackpool's first successful theatrical manager
During his 15 years at The Grand, Sergenson presented great stars such as Ellen Terry, Madge Kendal, Sarah Bernhardt, Lily Langtry, F R Benson and Dan Leno
During World War II, Blackpool was seen as a safe haven from German bombing and there were visits by Gielgud, Evans, Ashcroft, Harrison, Vivien Leigh, Flora Robson, Robert Donat, John Mills and Emlyn Williams
The exhibition moved to Blott Artists Studio on King Street, Blackpool on Thursday 17 September 2009
For more information, contact the theatre on 01253 290190 or www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk or visit the information point in the Houndshill Shopping Centre in the town
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