点评:A magnificent Edwardian theatre – and a masterpiece of Frank Matcham
His Majesty’s Theatre is one of Britain’s finest surviving Edwardian theatres and is well worth visiting, whether you’re attending a performance or simply have an interest in architecture and theatre history.
Designed by the celebrated theatre architect Frank Matcham and opened in 1906, the theatre combines a striking granite exterior with an elegant and richly decorated auditorium. The proportions, sightlines and acoustics demonstrate why Matcham is still regarded as one of the greatest theatre architects of his era.
The theatre has been sympathetically cared for over more than a century and continues to present an impressive programme of musicals, drama, ballet, opera and concerts. If you have the opportunity, arrive early to admire the foyer and auditorium before the performance begins.
During my visit I was particularly pleased to see the theatre celebrating its architectural heritage, including the recently unveiled plaque commemorating Frank Matcham’s contribution. It is encouraging to see such an important historic theatre continuing to be appreciated by new generations.
If you’re fascinated by historic theatres, I’d also recommend looking up the Frank Matcham Society, which celebrates Matcham’s work and promotes the appreciation of Britain’s remarkable theatre heritage.
Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast or simply looking for a wonderful evening at the theatre, His Majesty’s Theatre is a destination that should not be missed.
翻译:一座宏伟的爱德华时期剧院——弗兰克·马查姆的杰作
国王剧院是英国现存最优秀的爱德华时期剧院之一,无论您是来观看演出,还是单纯对建筑与戏剧历史感兴趣,都值得一游。
该剧院由著名的剧院建筑师弗兰克·马查姆设计,于1906年落成。它有着醒目的花岗岩外观,内部观众厅则优雅大气且装饰华丽。其比例结构……剧院的视线范围与声学效果充分体现了为何马查姆至今仍被视为那个时代最杰出的剧院建筑师之一。
一个多世纪以来,这座剧院一直得到悉心维护,如今仍不断呈现各种引人入胜的演出,包括音乐剧、话剧、芭蕾舞、歌剧及音乐会。如有机会,不妨提前抵达,在演出开始前好好欣赏一下门厅与观众厅的风采。在我参观期间,令我尤为欣喜的是,这座剧院注重传承其建筑遗产,包括最近才设立的、旨在纪念弗兰克·马查姆贡献的纪念牌。看到这样一座具有重要历史意义的剧院仍能得到新一代人的赏识,实在令人鼓舞。
如果您对历史悠久的剧院充满兴趣,我还要推荐您了解一下“弗兰克·马查姆协会”——该协会致力于弘扬马查姆的成就,并促进人们对英国卓越的剧院遗产的认识与欣赏。无论您是建筑爱好者,还是只是想享受一个美好的晚间观剧体验,国王剧院都是一个不容错过的去处。