Sybil Thorndike white plaque

This white commemorative plaque records: The Thorndike Theatre was designed by Roderick Ham and named after the actress Dame Sybil Thorndike. It was opened in 1969 by Princess Margaret. Formerly the site of the Crescent Cinema, the Thorndike replaced the old repertory theatre at No. 27 High Street, whcih itself had also previously been a cinema. The theatre was reopened as The Leatherhead Theatre in April 2001 and had been staging productions ever since. Recorded plaque organisation: Leatherhead Heritage Trail.

Dame Sybil Thorndike CH DBE was a renowned British actress known for her Shakespearean roles and contributions to the Old Vic company, significantly influencing British theater during the early to mid-20th century.