During a career in the investigation and care of historic buildings, John Earl became specialized in the history of the music hall and the architecture of theatres. He was the Director of the Theatres Trust and is now a freelance consultant.

'This is a fascinating book...an important historical guide, this will also be useful for those looking at touring small-scale shows' Lighting & Sound International (March 2010)

During a career in the investigation and care of historic buildings, John Earl became specialized in the history of the music hall and the architecture of theatres. He was the Director of the Theatres Trust and is now a freelance consultant.

'This is a fascinating book...an important historical guide, this will also be useful for those looking at touring small-scale shows' Lighting & Sound International (March 2010)

During a career in the investigation and care of historic buildings, John Earl became specialized in the history of the music hall and the architecture of theatres. He was the Director of the Theatres Trust and is now a freelance consultant.

'This is a fascinating book...an important historical guide, this will also be useful for those looking at touring small-scale shows' Lighting & Sound International (March 2010)