World Wars Impact on the Theatre Royal

Opened in 1837 with much fanfare, and still enjoying popularity in 2015, with a wide range of shows, the Theatre Royal has experienced many peaks and troughs. Both World War I and World War II had a significant impact on the Theatre Royal. Find out some special stories related to the impact on the Theatre in the pre-war, war and post-war periods, and the demonstration of compassion by the local community in times of crisis and conflict.