Borough Theatre facts for kids
The Borough Theatre is a super cool place to watch shows in Abergavenny, a town in south east Wales. It's the main theatre in the area and has a long, interesting history!
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A Look Inside the Borough Theatre
Where is it?
The Borough Theatre is right in the middle of Abergavenny. It's part of the old Town Hall building, which was built way back in 1870. That's during the Victorian era, a time when Queen Victoria ruled Britain.
What's it like inside?
The theatre has a cozy stage area where you can see the show really well from anywhere you sit. The sound is also amazing! It mixes old-fashioned charm with a modern feel. The theatre has been updated a few times, once in the 1990s and again in 2022, to keep it looking great and working perfectly.
Did you know? The Beatles played here!
A really famous band, The Beatles, performed at the Borough Theatre! They played a show here on Saturday, June 22, 1963. Imagine seeing them in such a historic place!
What kind of shows can you see?
The Borough Theatre is home to a local group called the Abergavenny Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society (AAODS). They put on their own plays and musicals there. The theatre also has lots of other exciting events. You can watch plays, listen to music, and enjoy many other types of performances. Different artists and groups from all over come to perform at the Borough Theatre.
