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Royal box

The star attraction of the theatre is the pair of tromp d'oeil painted boxes at the sides of the stage. Here Edward and Alexandra entertain Gladstone! Possibly Frank Green himself looks out from behind a curtain.

Copyright: 
University of London
Image Caption: 
Royal Box, Ashwick theatre
Asset Author: 
Mary Siraut / Mary Siraut