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 347 Collections and/or Records:
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 19 July 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Fred Lake and Tom Barrasford Vivacious Vocalism, Miles-Stavordale Quintette Songs, J.H. Scotland Comedy Dialect etc, Tom Gott Comedian, The Ziras, Madam Godwin in Musical Act, 'Granny’s Birthday', The Owyns in Harmony, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Murphy and Mack presents 'The Major’s Reflection'. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 26 July 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Harry Green and his Company of American Players Act, Claude Gardner Comedian, Connie Browning Comedienne and Dancer, Ivy Barnes Songs and Dances, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Fyne and Hurley Burlesque Comedians. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 2 August 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Margaret Cooper Piano, May Sherrard Comedienne, Frank Powell Burlesque Patter Comedian, McGregot and Hood Comedians and Dancers, George D’Albert Comedian, Nord and Dane Acrobatic Act, Mdle. Zampa Gymnast, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Oliver and Mack In Comedy Skit, 'Hanging a Gate'. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 16 August 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. The Two Bobs Songs and Character Studies, Sisters Reeve Duettists, Melvin and Mayo Comedians and Dancers, Lauri Howard Comedian, Lily Currie Chorus Vocalist, O’Wray and O’Dare Burlesque Comedians, Frank Keith Comedian, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Four Cronies Present 'A Night With Rabbie Burns'. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 6 September 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Robert Reilly Musical Tableaux, The Real McKays Scotch Comedy, Jim Nolan Comedian, Veronica Trio Operatic Selections and Ballads, Hal Wright Burlesque Comedian, Sanni In Comedy Speciality, 'Tit-Bits', Frances Kinders Dainty Vocalist and Dancer, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Ben Osborne and Nellie Perryer Comedy Sketches. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 13 September 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Bransby Williams in 'Uncle John', Tom Clare Piano and Songs, Ambrose Barker and Peggy Wynne In 'Song Impressions', The Westbrooks (Maudie and Tessie) Novelty Dancing Scena, Jack Poulter Comedian, Tambo and Tambo Tambourines, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting, Pictures, Fayre Four Sisters Tina, Inga, Lilia and Sylva Musical Pot-Pourri. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 8 November 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Jay Laurier Comedian, Susie Marney Chorus Comedienne, Roxy La Rocca Wizard of the Harp, Pauline Travis Male Impersonator, Walton and Lester Burlesque Creations, Evelyn Bergin Comedienne, The Joannys Miniature Shadow Pantomime, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Cecil and Ian Law Piano and Violin. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 22 November 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. J.W. Rickaby Comedian, Betty Barclay and George Glover and at the Piano, E.Westby, Nella Allen American Soprano, Fred and May Comedy Act, Billy and Burke speciality on Wheels, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Douglas and Mona Comedy, Song and Dance Artistes, Billy Reeves Famous Picture Star. Blue and red type.
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 13 December 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. George Mozart, Twelvetrees Trio Musical Interlude, Les Bastiens Acrobatics and Comedy, Trevor West and Hinsby Two Boys and a Piano, Dan E. Doyle and Myra Eyton Comedy Couple, Ray Varle Ballad Vocalist, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Harry Herbert Comedian. Blue and red type
Argyle Theatre of Varieties Poster, 20 December 1920
Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead. Haley’s Juveniles in a Beautiful Christmas Scena, Cecil Baumer Piano, Constance Izard Violinist, Fredk. Allen Baritone, Costa and George Comedy Bar Act, Lily O’Gara Contralto Vocalist, Dene Dunlop Comedian, May Renter Vocalist, Brown’s Royal Bioscope in a Series of Novel and Interesting Pictures, Hart and O’Brian The Eccentrique and the Canadian Johnny. Blue and red type.
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- Music-halls 346
- Performers 340
- Comedians 312
- Dance 238
- Motion pictures 183
- Musical performances 111
- Musicians 68
- Acrobats 58
- Pantomime 37
- Animals 36
- Jugglers 35
- War 35
- Magic 30
- World War, 1914-1918 22
- Ventriloquists 19
- Male impersonators 18
- Boxing 16
- Business 13
- Gymnasts 12
- Circus 11
- Clowning 11
- Minstrel shows 9
- South African War, 1899-1902 9
- Female impersonators 8
- Wrestling 7
- Animal trainers 6
- Skating 6
- Contortionists 5
- Dwarfs (Persons) 5
- Puppets 5
- Strong men 5
- Aerialists 4
- Shooting 4
- Sideshows 4
- Boxer Rebellion (1900-1901) 3
- Tableaux vivants 3
- Thin people 3
- Equestrians 1
- Fakirs 1
- Family 1
- Fire eating 1
- Freak shows 1
- Menageries 1
- Mimes 1
- Music 1
- Optical illusions 1
- Pierrot 1
- Showman 1
- Showwoman 1
- Travel 1
- Wild west 1
- World War, 1939-1945 1
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