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Alhambra Theatre, Bradford and Francis Laidler blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: Alhambra Theatre. The Alhambra Theatre was the vision of legendary impresario Francis Laidler, who was known as "The King of Pantomime". The building was designed by Chadwick and Watson and opened on 18th March 1914. It was extended and refurbished in the 1980s, thanks mainly to European funding. The theatre hosted many world-famous artists and is regarded as one of the finest receiving venues in the North of England. Erected 1914 Recorded plaque organisation: Bradford Civic Society.

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