
What is recorded here
This building was remodelled in the early part of the 19th Century and opened as a theatre by the Fisher family. Although a popular venue it closed in 1833.
The Old Town Theatre was established in the early 19th Century by the Fisher family, who were prominent local entertainers and civic figures. It is significant as one of the earliest purpose-built theatres in the region, reflecting the growth of public entertainment during the Regency period.
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