The Theatre Museum by Covent Garden had closed its doors in January due to lack of funds. Jon discovered that they still gave guided tours twice a day.

When Charles II reopened the theatres following the fall of the Puritains, he gave patents to actors William Davenant and Thomas Killgrew to appear on stage. Above is the original patent given to Killgrew.

Advertisement for the legendary child star Master Betty's performance of Hamlet.at the age of 14. There is a tradition that the House of Commons once adjourned early so that members of Parliament could see him play the role.

An original set model for a design by Edward Gordon Craig, one of the most influential figures of twentieth century theatre.