Utilised some of Jamaica's leading talent in every area of The Pantomime prides itself on its universal appeal Which features aspects of Jamaican culture, folklore and historical Williams who were among the pioneers of the LTMĪnd who did much to mould the annual show into a unique creation, Louise Bennett -Coverley and the late Ranny Indigenization of the form owes much to two legends of Jamaican theatre The LTM also produced other dramatic works often theatrical classics before concentrating solely on the pantomimes in the 1980s. Way to lusty tales of the Caribbean, with dialogue in patoisĪnd humour reflecting the robust sense of comedy of these That is perhaps the only thing from the British Tradition Times have changed, but in Jamaica,īoxing Day remains constant as the opening day for Pantomime. The Pantomime opened on Boxing Day - December 26 - as was Was adapted for the stage with elements of music, song, dance,Ĭomedy, drama and colourful costumes and sets. Was in keeping with the traditionof English Theatre from Tradition now known as the National Pantomime. One of the first LTM undertakings was the launching of the The LTM committed itself to a vigorous policy of serving the Theatre, and to help in the development of drama It was founded in 1941 by Henry Fowler and Gretaīourke (later Fowler) to raise funds for the building Guided tours will give visitors a different view of the building and its various stages of development.Little Theatre Movement (LTM) has the distinction of beingĬompany of contemporary times. It may be said that Leicester has achieved everything that the heart of the theatre lover could desire for his theatre save a gracious exterior.” As part of our centenary celebrations The Little Theatre and the Drama Society’s Archives will be open and we will be pleased to welcome anyone interested in the history of live theatre in Leicester and in family history relating to either the Baptist Chapel or a relative’s theatrical activities. Yet it is difficult to pull down the front wall and replace it with even the quietest of modernised design without achieving a touch of the grotesque. It is almost impossible to do anything with the front elevation of the average Victorian, public building. Of course, this delightful Little Theatre has a poor entrance. Herbert Pochin, the chairman, assures me that has not cost more than £7,550. For that body now possesses a Little Theatre only slightly less perfect than that of Bournemouth, and certainly more luxurious than the Altrincham or Bath theatres. In a chapter titled ‘Why Not Build Your Own Theatre?’ he says: “Suppose an old building – church, mission hall, or schoolroom – be available, but no ideal site for building a new theatre, it is open to the local playgoers to do what the Leicester Drama Society has done. Chisholm visited many repertory companies both professional and amateur, including Leicester’s Little Theatre. An Outline of the Modern Theatre Movement (London, Peter Davies Ltd., 1934). In 1934, Cecil Chisholm published a book entitled Repertory. On 26th January 1922, the inaugural meeting the the LDS was held, anecdotally at the Turkey Café on Granby Street. Wednesday January 26th saw the 100th anniversary of the founding of Leicester Drama Society. The Sooty Show – 75th Birthday Spectacular! Please choose a production Choose another production? Bedroom FarceĬelebratory Centenary Old Time Music Hall
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