Mr Pollock's Theatres

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10/05/2003

BBC Radio 4 Extra - Mr Pollock's Theatres

Simon Callow explores the world of cardboard make-believe with a history of toy theatres.

How did toy theatres begin? With enthusiasts of all ages - Simon Callow explores the world of cardboard make-believe. From 2003.

"Penny plain and twopence coloured...." 

A phrase familiar to generations of pre-TV children that describes the toy theatres of Benjamin Pollock, a printer from Hoxton in London. 

Simon Callow explores the magic world of the cardboard actor, which tells us so much about the real theatre of the 19th century. 

Producer: Merilyn Harris

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2003.

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