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The Palace of Laughter

BBC Radio 4
on BBC Radio 4 FM

A six-part series in which Geoffrey Wheeler visits variety theatres around the country. 4: Known after its architect Frank Matcham as "Matcham's Masterpiece", the Grand Theatre, Blackpool, is a sumptuously decorated tribute to the greatness of Victorian theatre design.
Bernard Cribbins , Bill Pertwee and Mike Harding are among those recalling their appearances there. Producer Libby Cross

Contributors

Unknown:
Geoffrey Wheeler
Unknown:
Frank Matcham
Design:
Bernard Cribbins
Design:
Bill Pertwee
Design:
Mike Harding
Producer:
Libby Cross
Source: Radio Times

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