Mural celebrates 'rich history' of seaside theatre
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BBC The Gaiety was designed by architect Frank Matcham on the site of an existing theatre
A wallpaper mural charting the "rich history" of a Victorian era seaside theatre celebrates the 125-year-old building as well as its performers and staff. The Isle of Man's Gaiety Theatre opened its doors on Harris Promenade in Douglas for the first time on 16 July 1900. Designed by renowned architect Frank Matcham, over the years the theatre has played host to visiting artists such as Des O'Connor and Paloma Faith as well as early performances by Manx acto
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