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, 11 January 1897
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 1 February 1897
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. The Marvellous Rixfords Musical Equilibrists, Mr Edward Ind Vocal Comedian, The Welsh Glee Quartette, Mr Sam Jesson Eccentric Comedian, Miss Agnes Hazel Serio Comedienne, Harry Calpin Character Comedian, Miss Rosie Coleman Serio Comic Vocalist and Expert Dancer, Fred Spencer Eccentric Comedian and Dancer, Ina Corrella Serio and Descriptive Vocalist, Jean Seul the Indian Mystery. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Blue type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 15 March 1897
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Bella and Bijou Vocalists, Austin Rudd Vocalist, Will Mitcham Vocalist and Instrumentalist, Miss Ada Alexandra 'The Dutch Girl' and Her Company of Comedians in 'The Mason'. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Blue type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 29 March 1897
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Newskey’s Russian Troupe National Songs and Dancers, Mr Frank Lynne Comedian, The Musical Palmers in their Military Interlude 'Lively after Parade', Miss Daisy De Roy Serio Comedienne, Tyrolean Vocalist and Burlesque actress, Bennett and Martell Knockabout Comedians, Vocalists and Dancers. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Blue type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 26 April 1897
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Miss Alexander Dagmar Vocalist and Burlesque Actress, Mr E. De Celle Tyrolean and Yodel Duets, Mr Pat Rafferty Irish Comedian. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Blue type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 3 October 1910
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Gertie Gitana Comedienne, Mike S. Whallen Comedian and Raconteur, The 4 Vagabonds English Comedy Quartette, Milner and Storey Comedians, Frances McNulty in Her Latest American Success, Bros. Ashley Comedy Boxing Sketch, Dick Geldard Light Comedian, Brown’s Royal Bioscope, H.O. Wills Comedian. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Blue type on light green paper.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 17 July 1939
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Gipsy Nina Singing Accordeoniste, Paul and Earl Rollo with Carole Skaters, Freddie Bamberger Jester Piano Player, Rex Ramer Impressionist, The Embert Sister Scottish Comediennes, Earl and Babette Dancers, Tex Shamva and Co. In Thrilling Mexican Speciality, Three Loose Screws Crazy-but Harmless!. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, typeers, Liverpool. Red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 11 August 1902
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Albert Athas and Lizzie Collins Comedy Duettists, Billy Farrell American Song and Dance Act, Rich and Rich Comedians and Dancers, Jessie Albini Comedienne and Burlesque Actress, Cyrus and Maude with their Performing Donkey, May Fitzmaurice Burlesque Actress, Frank Dunlop Character Comedian, Peggy Primrose Vocalist and Dancer, Ernest Rees Character Comedy. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue, red, green and yellow type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 27 October 1902
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Poluski Brothers (Will and Sam) In a New and Original Entertainment, Tom and Mario Motramo Musical Comedy Team, The 2 Weirs Duettists and Dancers, Bob Hutt Eccentric Comedian, The British Quartette, John Bull, Sandy, Pat and Taffy Glee Singers, Gerald Mount descriptive Vocalist, Maude Mortimer Descriptive Character Vocalist, Sisters Govell Duetists and Dancers, De Dio Allegorical Dancers. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 10 November 1902
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 1 December 1902
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Bella and Bijou the Society Entertainers in their Latest Success James, the Flunkey!, also a Complete Company of Stars and Popular favourites. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 15 December 1902
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Apollo Strong Man, Miss Kahn, the Queen of Slight of Hand and Kahn, the Master of Mystery, Harry Wenburn Comedian, Fred Bush and Sadie Bushell Vocalists, R.K. Dunning Ventriloquist, Sybil St. Elmo Ballad Vocalist, Billy Renton Character Comedian, Amy Anderson Comedienne, The Brothers Horne. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue, red, green and yellow type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 29 December 1902
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 9 February 1903
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. The New York Nippers in Unique Act 'Bedtime', George D’Albert Comedian, The Howards Instrumentalists and Comedy Artistes, Grey and Wilford Comedians and Boxers, Carne Curre Comedian, Nellie Martell Comedienne and Dancer, Henry F. Wilson Tenor Vocalist, J.G. Aitkin Comedian, Molly Doon Comedienne, Breton’s Troupe of Pantomimists. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue, red, green and yellow type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 16 February 1903
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 23 February 1903
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Morritt Magician, Farrell and Willmot Comedians and Dancers, Barton and Ashley American Comedy Duo, Will Hebden Character Comedian, Gwennie Hasto Dancer, Chas. Austin Comedian and Mimic, Liet. Travis Ventriloquist, Dick Geldard Comedian, The Mozondos Comedy Acrobats and Barrel Jumpers. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 23 March 1903
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. George Gilby Comedian Wal Pink and Company in Farcical Sketch 'The Prize baby', Georgina Leonard Burlesque Actress, Harry Anderson Singer of Chorus Songs, Winnie Derson Serio Comedienne and Dancer, New Macs Knockabout Comedians and Dancers, The Dorrells Duettists and Dancers, Ella Dean-Ballad and Descriptive Vocalist, Chas. Russell Character Comedian, J.W. Rowley Comedian. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 11 May 1903
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 25 May 1903
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Professor James Finney Champion Swimmer and Miss Marie Finney, The Heroine of London Bridge and an Aquatic Display, The Haytors Comedy, Verno and Voyce Singing Comedienne, The Jalvans Oriental Equilibrists and Jugglers, Lillie Rhodes Comedienne and Dancer, Sydney Lee Magician, Harry Conlin Comedian. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 24 August 1903
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Melot Hermann Man of Mystery, Jack Lorimer Comedian, Downes and Langford Burlesque Character Comedians and Dancers, Dora Lyric Refined Comedienne, J.W. Rickaby Comedian, Dacre Sisters Character Duettists and Dancers, John E. Coyle Comedian, Marie Santoi Coon Comedian, Mr and Mrs Gene Hughes in 'A Matrimonial Substitute'. Printed by S. Griffith and Co, Printers, Liverpool. Blue and red type.
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