Theatre Royal Hanley play bills

Welcome!

The Theatre Royal/The Royal was first opened in 1871 and finally closed, after fires, being a bingo hall and a few years ‘dark’ in 2000. Today it hosts a night club and comedy club, although the original upper circle seating and lighting areas are still intact.

For a potted history of the theatre please visit http://www.thepotteries.org/buildings/theatre_royal.htm

and for the technical aspects of the building and the list of past owners please visit here

There is also a very interesting Facebook tribute page featuring many photos (mainly from the 1980’s shows) compiled and run by former employee at the theatre Andrew Ankers.

Plus a forum to read and share memories of the theatre, the shows and the people who worked and performed there. http://therockinchair.proboards.com/board/13/memories-theatre-royal-hanley