£120.00
Date 28/06/1894
London Criterion Theatre – Mr Maltby Matinee – 1894
An original programme for Mr Maltby’s Matinee at the Criterion Theatre, London, dated 28 June 1894.
The performers included Neville Ganthony, Fred Storey, Mable Love, Reginald Groome, the celebrated comedian Arthur Roberts and George Giddens.
Special matinee performances like this were a popular feature of the 1890s West End, often bringing together stars from several companies.
A charming piece of Victorian theatre memorabilia from one of Piccadilly Circus’s best-loved playhouses.
| Production | Mr Maltby's Matinee |
|---|---|
| Venue | Criterion Theatre – London |
| Cast | Neville Ganthony – Fred Storey, Mable Love – Reginald Groome, Arthur Roberts – George Giddens. |
Condition: V Good, cfld, lcr
Did you know?
- The Criterion Theatre opened in 1874 and is built almost entirely underground, with even the top tier of seats below street level.
- Arthur Roberts was a leading music hall and musical comedy star, credited with inventing the game Spoof and so giving the English language the word spoof.
- Mabel Love was a famous Victorian dancer and actress whose picture postcards were hugely popular.
SKU: T03275
