History

Our enchanting little music hall has many secrets to reveal and stories to tell.  You can click the links above to read all about Britannia Panopticon in the 19th and 20th centuries. And don't forget, Judith Bowers has written a book called "Stan Laurel and Other Stars of the Panopticon - The Story of Britannia Music Hall" click on the book link for more information.

Here is a clip from Michael Grade's BBC Four show "The Story of the Music Hall"  featuring our very own Judith Bowers and her very naughty alter-ego Florrie Bow Wow discussing all things from audience feedback in the form of horse manure to Victorian double entendre! Lovely.

To see some exciting panoramic pictures taken in the Panopticon click here