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Comedy Theatre, Panton Street, London
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Comedy Theatre, Panton Street, London
The Comedy Theatre (now the Harold Pinter Theatre) on the corner of Panton Street and Oxendon Street, in Londons West End. The Crime of Margaret Foley is playing. Date: 1947
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1947 Busy Comedy Crime Foley Harold Margaret Pedestrians Traffic Panton
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This photograph, taken in 1947, showcases the bustling atmosphere surrounding the Comedy Theatre on Panton Street in London's West End. The theatre, now known as the Harold Pinter Theatre, stands proudly on the corner of Panton Street and Oxendon Street, with its iconic marquee announcing the current production, "The Crime of Margaret Foley." The image is a vibrant snapshot of the 1940s, with the theatre's red brick facade contrasting beautifully against the grey skies above. The street is filled with the hustle and bustle of pedestrians, all dressed in the fashion of the era, making their way through the busy streets. Traffic flows steadily along the roads, adding to the sense of energy and excitement in the air. The Comedy Theatre, which opened in 1881, has a rich history in London's theatre scene. It was one of the first theatres in the West End to be equipped with electric lighting, and has played host to numerous productions over the decades. In 1947, it was the site of "The Crime of Margaret Foley," a thrilling comedy that no doubt drew in large crowds, as evidenced by the number of people seen in this photograph. Harold Pinter, who would later become a renowned playwright in his own right, would not take the helm of the theatre until many years later, in 1983. However, this photograph serves as a reminder of the rich theatrical history that the Comedy Theatre has to offer, and the enduring appeal of live performance in the heart of London.
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