Unity Theatre grew out of the agitprop street theatre in the East End of London in the early 1930's. The theatre, a converted chapel, was destroyed by fire in 1975.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Unity Theatre
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Unity Theatre inscription
This memorial is on the first floor facade of the building, to the left of th...
Unity Theatre plaque
This plaque is on the front facade at ground floor level, between the two win...
Other Subjects
2 memorials
Sir Harry Lauder
Internationally successful singer and comedian, music hall artiste (e.g. "Roamin' in the Gloamin'"). Born Edinburgh. His first London engagement was in 1900 and, having reduced his strong accent, t...
1 memorial
Shepherd's Bush Empire
Theatre. Built for impresario Oswald Stoll and designed by Frank Matcham. Amongst its first performers were the Fred Karno troupe featuring Charlie Chaplin. When the appeal of variety shows began t...
1 memorial
George Leybourne
Music hall entertainer. Born Gateshead. His first stage name was Joe Saunders. 1866 he had a big success with the song 'Champagne Charlie' and took on the name and life-style for ever after. Engage...
1 memorial
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