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THE END OF THE PALLADIUM CINEMA.

The old Alhambra Theatre was built on the site of a mews and riding school, known as Whitehall Yard, and was opened to the public in October 1888. The entrance at that time was in Russell Street. In 1912 the name was changed to the Palladium, and in 1914 it became a cinema. After 42 years as a cinema it closed down on May 26 1956, and has since stood empty. Ultimately it is scheduled for demolition as part of the sea front redevelopment scheme, but it may well stand derelict for years to come. Date of photograph – August 1956. Incidentally the corner premises, 86, Kings Road, have now been occupied as a Chemists continuously for the past 100 years.

Image Reference: JG_01_217.tif
Date: 1956
Image Details: Original monochrome image
Size of Original: 153x108
Place: Brighton
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