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From a Gin Palace to a King´s Palace: Provincial Music Hall in Preston
David John Hindle
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Description for From a Gin Palace to a King´s Palace: Provincial Music Hall in Preston
Paperback. Charts the history of the music hall in the area from the early days in the backrooms of Victorian pubs and 'gin palaces' to the days of variety theatres such as the huge King's Palace Theatre, Preston which opened in 1913. Num Pages: 128 pages, approx 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 163 x 10. Weight in Grams: 300.
This witty, warm and altogether delightful look at the history of music hall in Preston will fascinate lovers of musical history everywhere. Travelling from back-street alehouses to palatial theatres and featuring internationally recognised stars of the genre and some unusual local acts - including a very well received lecture on 'the joy of oysters' - this is a must for anyone who has ever felt the pull of the stage.
Product Details
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Stroud, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780752444536
SKU
V9780752444536
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Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-10
About David John Hindle
The author has been avidly researching the history of music hall in the area for many years. His previous titles include Twice Nightly (1999) on the history of cinema in Preston.
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