TONY LIDINGTON

PIERROT HEROES – THE EVOLUTION OF BRITISH SEASIDE ENTERTAINMENT

This lecture is about the development of the British seaside and how the entertainments there evolved.  Pierrot troupes and concert parties were ubiquitous throughout the seaside resorts of Britain, but what is a pierrot troupe?  Where did they come from?  How do they impact us today?  Find out in this lively and intriguing talk – featuring unique archive materials from Tony’s vast personal collection.

Non-members welcome at £10 per person.

If you are a non-member and would like to reserve a place, please email secretary@artssocietysw@gmail.com