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Oldham Coliseum Theatre

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Oldham's Coliseum Theatre is located on Fairbottom Street, in Oldham, which is in Greater Manchester, England. The building technically dates back to 1885, but it then moved location and opened during the year of 1887 as a circus. The building then served as a music hall, and then a cinema, but it's most well known for it's ongoing purpose as a theatre. Many famous people such as Charlie Chaplin and Ralph Fiennes have performed here, and many Coronatjon Street Stars such as William Roache and Barbara Knox have trained here. Christopher Eccleston and Millie Gibson, two well-known Doctor Who stars, have also been involved with the theatre. It was announced during 2023 that the theatre would be losing it's council funding, but a successful campaign has saved it; meaning it should reopen following refurbishment during 2026.  Regarding the hauntings, all of the spirits here supposedly have connections to the theatre and tragic events which are said to have occure...

Theatre Royal Drury Lane

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During Oliver Cromwell's command through the 1650's, all theatres were forced to close due to a nationwide ban. Upon Charles II claiming the throne during 1660, theatres were once again allowed to open. This huge moment in British history led to the creation of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane which is located in London. Over the years four theatres have stood on the site of the current building, making it the oldest theatre on the same site in the world. The Theatre Royal Drury Lane is also the oldest theatre in London, plus has the largest stage of any West End theatre.  Also known as 'The Lane', the theatre has set many historical firsts, and has played host to many famous actors and visitors alike. Such names include the diarist Samuel Pepys, who visited during 1665, plus Dan Leno, Joseph Grimaldi, Julie Andrews, Ivor Novello, Michael Crawford, and Ginger Rogers. Even Ronnie Corbett has performed on the stage with Bob Monkhouse in 1963's 'The Boys Fr...