THEATRE NEWS

THEATRE NEWS

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video covers a protest by actors, led by Sir Lawrence Olivier and Vivian Leigh, against the demolition of St. James' Theatre. They marched through London to hold a public meeting. The video also features Princess Margaret's visit to the Royal Ballet School at White Lodge, Richmond, highlighting her interest in the students' progress.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the protest march against the demolition of St. James' Theatre?

Sir Lawrence Olivier and Vivian Leigh

Princess Margaret

Geoffrey Sumner

The Royal Ballet School

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern of the theatrical community regarding St. James' Theatre?

The lack of government support for new productions

The high cost of theatre tickets

The demolition of the theatre

The need for more actors and actresses

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were some of the proposed solutions to save St. James' Theatre?

Organizing more plays

Government intervention and raising funds through subscriptions

Reducing ticket prices

Expanding the theatre

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who visited the Royal Ballet School at White Lodge?

Sir Lawrence Olivier

Vivian Leigh

Princess Margaret

Geoffrey Sumner

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is significant about White Lodge for the Royal Ballet School?

It is a new theatre for performances

It was once a royal residence and is now home to the school

It is the oldest theatre in London

It is where Sir Lawrence Olivier performed his first play