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"Exploring the Rich History of Drury: From London Slums to Theatrical Marvels" Step back in time and discover the captivating tales hidden within the streets of Drury

Background imageDrury Collection: Noel Coward's Cavalcade was a thirty-year retrospect of England in peace and war

Noel Coward's Cavalcade was a thirty-year retrospect of England in peace and war. It ran at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane between October 1931 and September 1932 and had a cast

Background imageDrury Collection: Music cover, Oklahoma! by Rodgers and Hammerstein

Music cover, Oklahoma! by Rodgers and Hammerstein
Music cover, Piano Selection, Oklahoma! by Rodgers and Hammerstein, performed at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London Date: 1947

Background imageDrury Collection: Last Night at Drury Lane 1872

Last Night at Drury Lane 1872
Men and women in their best attire at the theatre in Drury Lane, London, to watch Christine Nilsson a Swedish operatic soprano. Date: 1872

Background imageDrury Collection: Theatre Royal, Drury Lane

Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
Outside the entrance of Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Date: 1828

Background imageDrury Collection: Exterior of Olympic Theatre, located junction of Drury Lane, Wych Street, London

Exterior of Olympic Theatre, located junction of Drury Lane, Wych Street, London, specialised in comedies. Date: 1831

Background imageDrury Collection: CEMETERY, DRURY LANE

CEMETERY, DRURY LANE
An inner-city burial ground - the graveyard at St Martin's Church, Drury Lane, in the heart of London

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. Glorious spring landscape rolling hills. Appalachian Mountain Date: 18-04-2021

USA, Tennessee. Glorious spring landscape rolling hills. Appalachian Mountain Date: 18-04-2021

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. White pelicans and cormorants creating patterns. Date: 10-12-2020

USA, Tennessee. White pelicans and cormorants creating patterns. Date: 10-12-2020

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. Church steeple rises above fog. Date: 10-12-2020

USA, Tennessee. Church steeple rises above fog. Date: 10-12-2020

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. Tennessee Valley Authority drawdown, Tennessee River

USA, Tennessee. Tennessee Valley Authority drawdown, Tennessee River. White pelicans, sandhill cranes, Canada geese feeding Date: 23-11-2020

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. Evening light Tennessee River, Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge

USA, Tennessee. Evening light Tennessee River, Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge. Sandhill Cranes feed along exposed edges. Date: 23-11-2020

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. White pelicans curve around islet Tennessee River

USA, Tennessee. White pelicans curve around islet Tennessee River, Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Date: 21-11-2020

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. Morning fog Hiwassee River, Blue Ridge fall color Date: 08-11-2020

USA, Tennessee. Morning fog Hiwassee River, Blue Ridge fall color Date: 08-11-2020

Background imageDrury Collection: USA, Tennessee. Evergreens contrast to dramatic fall color Date: 08-11-2020

USA, Tennessee. Evergreens contrast to dramatic fall color Date: 08-11-2020

Background imageDrury Collection: A scene from Rose Marie at the Drury Lane Theatre, London (1925) Date: 1925

A scene from Rose Marie at the Drury Lane Theatre, London (1925) Date: 1925

Background imageDrury Collection: A Scene from The Blue Kitten at the Gaiety Theatre, London (1925) Date: 1925

A Scene from The Blue Kitten at the Gaiety Theatre, London (1925) Date: 1925

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027404

DDE-90027404
USA, USVI, St John. Tropical winter getaway. Popular Trunk Bay was one of holdings donated by Laurance Rockefeller in 1958

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027403

DDE-90027403
USA, USVI, St John. Tropical winter getaway. Popular Trunk Bay was one of holdings donated by Laurance Rockefeller in 1958

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027401

DDE-90027401
USA, USVI, St John. Tropical winter getaway. Popular Trunk Bay was one of holdings donated by Laurance Rockefeller in 1958

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027402

DDE-90027402
USA, USVI, St John. Tropical winter getaway. Popular Trunk Bay was one of holdings donated by Laurance Rockefeller in 1958

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027400

DDE-90027400
USA, USVI, St John. Tropical winter getaway. Popular Trunk Bay was one of holdings donated by Laurance Rockefeller in 1958

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027153

DDE-90027153
USA, UK, USVI, BVI. Hermit crab of Virgin Islands, Coenobita clypeatus Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027152

DDE-90027152
UK, British Virgin Islands, Peter Island, White Bay. Kayaks hauled out on beach Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027151

DDE-90027151
UK, British Virgin Islands, Peter Island, White Bay, Turk's Cap Cactus, Melocactus intortus Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027150

DDE-90027150
UK, British Virgin Islands, Peter Island, White Bay Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027149

DDE-90027149
UK, BVI, Peter Island. Campsite on uninhabited beach in White Bay Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027148

DDE-90027148
Snorkelers in idyllic Pirates Bight cove, Bight, British Virgin Island, United Kingdom Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027147

DDE-90027147
BVI, Norman Island, the Bight. Snorkelers in idyllic cove Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027146

DDE-90027146
UK, BVI, Jost van Dyke, White Bay. Popular moorings for bareboaters and charter sail. Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: DDE-90027145

DDE-90027145
UK, BVI, Jost van Dyke, White Bay. Popular moorings for bareboaters and charter sail. Date: 20/07/2006

Background imageDrury Collection: Antique photograph of London: Drury Lane

Antique photograph of London: Drury Lane

Background imageDrury Collection: Major-General D C Drury-Lowe, CB (engraving)

Major-General D C Drury-Lowe, CB (engraving)
1061171 Major-General D C Drury-Lowe, CB (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major-General D C Drury-Lowe, CB)

Background imageDrury Collection: Views in New Zealand, the Devils Nest, showing the Road through the Bush between Drury

Views in New Zealand, the Devils Nest, showing the Road through the Bush between Drury and the Waikato (engraving)
1102992 Views in New Zealand, the Devils Nest, showing the Road through the Bush between Drury and the Waikato (engraving) by English School

Background imageDrury Collection: David Garrick as John Brute in the Provok d Wife by Vanbrugh, Drury Lane, c

David Garrick as John Brute in the Provok d Wife by Vanbrugh, Drury Lane, c
450076 David Garrick as John Brute in the Provok d Wife by Vanbrugh, Drury Lane, c.1763 (oil on canvas) by Zoffany, Johann (1733-1810); 75x62 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath

Background imageDrury Collection: David Garrick as Gloucester in Richard III by William Shakespeare, Drury Lane

David Garrick as Gloucester in Richard III by William Shakespeare, Drury Lane
450074 David Garrick as Gloucester in Richard III by William Shakespeare, Drury Lane, 1759 (oil on canvas) by Hayman, Francis (1708-76); 89.5x64 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath

Background imageDrury Collection: Augustus Harriss pantomime, Babes in the Wood, Drury Lane, London

Augustus Harriss pantomime, Babes in the Wood, Drury Lane, London. Date: late 19th century

Background imageDrury Collection: The Vagabond King by W H Post and Brian Hooker, music by Rudolf Friml

The Vagabond King by W H Post and Brian Hooker, music by Rudolf Friml. First produced by Russell Janney at the Winter Garden Theatre, Drury Lane, London, 19 April 1927

Background imageDrury Collection: Shanghai, a spectacular musical play, Drury Lane Theatre, London

Shanghai, a spectacular musical play, Drury Lane Theatre, London, presented by Macdonald and Young Date: early 20th century

Background imageDrury Collection: Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London, Almanack 1869 - Puss in Boots

Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London, Almanack 1869 - Puss in Boots, Christmas Pantomime Date: 1869

Background imageDrury Collection: Sketches of the play Desert Song at the Drury

Sketches of the play Desert Song at the Drury Lane Theatre, London, 1927 with Clarice Hardwicke, Gene Gerrard, Edith Day, Harry Welchman, Leonard Mackay and Phebe Brune Date: 1927

Background imageDrury Collection: Whites Club

Whites Club
Whites is an exclusive gentlemans club in St Jamess, London, founded in 1693 by Francesco Bianco (Francis White), who organized it to sell hot chocolate and tickets to the Kings Theatre

Background imageDrury Collection: Richard Sheridan

Richard Sheridan
Richard Brinsley Butler Sheridan (1751-1816), an Irish satirist, a playwright, poet, and long-term owner of the London Theatre Royal, Drury Lane

Background imageDrury Collection: Statue of King James II of England

Statue of King James II of England in costume as a Roman emperor, Jacobus Seundus, designed by Grinlin Gibbons, in the Privy Gardens

Background imageDrury Collection: Remains of the London Wall in St. Giles, Cripplegate

Remains of the London Wall in St. Giles, Cripplegate
Remains of the Roman London Wall in the churchyard of St. Giles, Cripplegate. Copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith after original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries from his J.T

Background imageDrury Collection: Music cover, People Will Say We re In Love (Oklahoma) Music cover

Music cover, People Will Say We re In Love (Oklahoma) Music cover
Music cover, People Will Say We re in Love (Oklahoma!), music by Richard Rodgers, book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein (as performed at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London). 1943

Background imageDrury Collection: Cartoon portrait, E L Blanchard, English writer

Cartoon portrait, E L Blanchard, English writer
Cartoon portrait, Pantomime - Edward Litt Laman Blanchard (1820-1889), English writer, dramatist and drama critic, best known for his Drury Lane pantomimes. 1880s

Background imageDrury Collection: Portrait, manager of the Middlesex Music Hall, London

Portrait, manager of the Middlesex Music Hall, London
Cartoon portrait, manager of the Middlesex Music Hall in Drury Lane, London. 1880s

Background imageDrury Collection: Cartoon portrait, John Cormack, ballet dancer, choreographer

Cartoon portrait, John Cormack, ballet dancer, choreographer
Cartoon portrait, John Cormack (1827-1890), ballet dancer and choreographer at Drury Lane Theatre, London. 1880s



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"Exploring the Rich History of Drury: From London Slums to Theatrical Marvels" Step back in time and discover the captivating tales hidden within the streets of Drury. In the heart of London's slums, Feathers Court stands as a testament to an era long gone, where poverty and resilience intertwined. Meet James Doughty, England's oldest clown, whose laughter echoed through Drury Lane. With his colorful costumes and witty performances, he brought joy to countless souls amidst challenging times. Nell Gwynn, a name synonymous with charm and charisma, once graced these very houses. Step into her world as you wander through the historic dwellings that witnessed her rise from humble beginnings to becoming one of history's most beloved actresses. Dan Leno, a music hall comedian extraordinaire, transformed himself into Sister Anne on the grand stage at Drury Lane. His impeccable comedic timing left audiences roaring with laughter while showcasing his incredible versatility. Witness Dan Leno donning yet another unforgettable character - Mrs. Twankey in 1897. A true master of disguise and physical comedy; he effortlessly transported spectators into a world filled with hilarity and wonder. Fred Evans immortalized in a cartoon wearing his iconic clown costume reminds us that even behind makeup lies immense talent waiting to be unveiled upon eager crowds at Drury Lane. The enchanting melodies of "Il Trovatore" reverberated through every corner as its music sheet cover adorned pianos across town – an enduring reminder of how art transcends time within these hallowed walls. Transport yourself to 1928 when Show Boat took center stage at Drury Lane Theatre – witness scenes so vibrant they seemed alive. The magic created by performers resonated deeply within each spectator lucky enough to experience it firsthand. Drury Lane itself stands tall as an emblematic landmark etched into London's theatrical legacy. Its Theatre Royal has hosted countless legends, captivating audiences with its grandeur and timeless allure.