2016 will see the venue become the only theatre in the English-speaking world to reach the age of 250 yearsFrom its illegal origins to surviving many closure threats to avoiding Luftwaffe bombs,the Bristol ancient Vic has had a fascinatingly rich history and will next year celebrate what might be its most remarkable achievement. “We are told that it is the only theatre ever in the English speaking world to reach the age of 250 years,” said artistic director Tom Morris. “Which is extraordinary, and isn’t it?Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com