The Theatre, Leeds

#157 among attractions in Leeds

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The Theatre in Hunslet, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, was a theatre for summer shows, built in 1771 by Tate Wilkinson and redeveloped in 1867. Mrs Siddons and Ching Lau Lauro appeared here in 1786 and 1834 respectively. It was the only drama theatre in Leeds until 1864, after which business was challenged by competition. It became shabby and was partially rebuilt in 1867 to create the smarter Royal Theatre, which was to burn down in 1875. No theatre was built again on this site, and its surviving Victorian successors are the Leeds City Varieties of 1865 and the Grand Theatre of 1878. ()

Opened: 24 May 1771 (253 years ago)Coordinates: 53°47'33"N, 1°32'30"W

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Hunslet (Crown Point)Leeds United Kingdom

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The Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Briggate, Leeds Corn Exchange, Leeds Kirkgate Market, The Tetley.

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Street, Shopping, Shopping district
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Leeds Corn Exchange, Leeds
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Leeds Kirkgate Market, Leeds
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Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Salem Chapel, Leeds (1 min walk), The Tetley, Leeds (3 min walk), Aire Park, Leeds (3 min walk), Leeds Bridge, Leeds (3 min walk).

How to get to The Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Theatre:

Bus

Southbank C • Lines: Pr1, Pr2, Pr3 (2 min walk)
Southbank F • Lines: Pr1 (4 min walk)

Ferry

Leeds Water Taxi Dock • Lines: Leeds Dock Water Taxi (10 min walk)

Train

Leeds (8 min walk)