
What is recorded here
This green commemorative plaque records: The original Theatre Royal stood on this site from 7th February 1815 to 10th May 1936 when it was destroyed by fire. Many famous actors performed here including Charles Kemble, Mrs Dora Jordan, Joseph Grimaldi, Edmund Kean, William Charles Macready and Mrs Beerbohm Tree. Recorded plaque organisation: Rotary Club of Kings Lynn Trinity.
The Theatre Royal in King's Lynn hosted performances by renowned figures such as comedic actor Joseph Grimaldi, tragedian Edmund Kean, and actress Dorothea Jordan, making it a significant venue in the history of British theatre.
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