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Haunted Theatres: Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London, England
Manage episode 401740491 series 3372828
The Theatre Royal Drury Lane, located in London's West End, has a storied history dating back to its opening in 1663. It has been a significant venue for theatrical performances, witnessing numerous iconic productions and hosting renowned figures in English theatre. Theatre Royal Drury Lane is not only celebrated for its contributions to the arts but is also associated with various ghostly tales and hauntings. Legends include the spectral "Man in Grey," thought to be linked to a tragic love story, and the ghost of actor Charles Macklin, who is said to offer a protective presence...and maybe a cane to the eye!
Episode Sources:
“The History” from theland.co.uk
“Inside the world’s most haunted theatre” by Andrew Dickson, October 29, 2015, The Guardian
“Stage Haunts: The Ghosts of Drury Lane Theatre, London” by Fiona Dodwell, August 10, 2021, Medium
“The Ghosts of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane” by Nigel Planer, November 12, 2013, HuffPost
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Manage episode 401740491 series 3372828
The Theatre Royal Drury Lane, located in London's West End, has a storied history dating back to its opening in 1663. It has been a significant venue for theatrical performances, witnessing numerous iconic productions and hosting renowned figures in English theatre. Theatre Royal Drury Lane is not only celebrated for its contributions to the arts but is also associated with various ghostly tales and hauntings. Legends include the spectral "Man in Grey," thought to be linked to a tragic love story, and the ghost of actor Charles Macklin, who is said to offer a protective presence...and maybe a cane to the eye!
Episode Sources:
“The History” from theland.co.uk
“Inside the world’s most haunted theatre” by Andrew Dickson, October 29, 2015, The Guardian
“Stage Haunts: The Ghosts of Drury Lane Theatre, London” by Fiona Dodwell, August 10, 2021, Medium
“The Ghosts of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane” by Nigel Planer, November 12, 2013, HuffPost
Join our Patreon!
https://www.patreon.com/horrorwoodpodcast
Follow us!
IG, FB, FB Group, Twitter, TikTok
Send us an email:
Creeptastic theme music by:
Nicholas Davio - nicholasdavio.com, @mr.nick.davio, @huron_coast
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