From tickets dating back more than a century to a copy of The Courier from 1900, the onsite team at Perth Theatre has unearthed interesting finds during the transformation of the Edwardian building.
Theatre fans who form the Perth Theatre Memory Collective are preparing to reveal some of the discoveries made while researching the history of the 116-year-old venue.
At two free sessions on Tuesday September 27 and Tuesday November 8 in Perth Concert Hall’s Norie-Miller Studio, members of the memory collective will recount their journeys through the Perth Theatre archives, sharing stories about the history of the site, surrounding area, and productions and performers at the venue.
Special guests who have played a key role in the life of the much-loved venue will join in with their own personal recollections.
Perth Theatre Memory Collective member David Dewar has been tracking plays and performers from the 1900s to the present day.
“I have been going to Perth Theatre for over 50 years,” he said. “I have found researching plays and actors fascinating because I didn’t realise how many 50s/60s TV actors were in Perth early in their careers.
“It has also been interesting finding out about the pre-Marjorie Dence/David Steuart era.”
There will also be an update on the progress of renovation work and the fundraising campaign to secure the final £1.5million required to fully kit out the venue when it reopens in late 2017.
A further two Perth Theatre Discoveries sessions are planned for spring 2017.
Open to all, Perth Theatre Discoveries are supported by local business KeepSafe Storage Centres.
Anne Smith, managing director of Keepsafe Storage Centres said: “As sponsors of this incredible project, we’re delighted to support this fantastic opportunity for the public to learn a little about the history of our iconic theatre.”
Free tickets can be booked at Perth Concert Hall box office, online at www.horsecross.co.uk or by calling 01738 621031.
