Dukes Theatre [London, UK]
Teatro de Dorset Garden
Theatre building in London, United Kingdom
theater in City of London
Dukes Theatre
Salisbury Court, London, City of London, EC4, England
Built 1671 by Sir Christopher Wren, on the former grounds of Dorset House (which had been destroyed by the Great Fire). Also known as Dorset Garden Theatre. Used for performances by The Duke's Players. After 1682, mostly used for entertainment shows, wrestling shows, and musical competitions. 1689 renamed Queen's Theatre. 1000 seats. Demolished 1709.