Back to the local history theme today and also the idea that history is all around us, even in the most unlikeliest of places. The Plaza, Stockport is a must for all those who like real heritage rather than the fake plastic variety too often served up across the country. Boasting an Art Deco tea room, my good friend Andrea and I repaired there to enjoy a leisurely light luncheon after an exhausting morning of visiting my cutter and rummaging in antique book-shops in search of the poetry of Catullus and Horace.
After luncheon we were treated to a tour of the Cinema's impressive auditorium with its fully restored Compton Theatre organ. Many thanks to the member of staff who kindly allowed us access and explained the history of the organ's restoration and its recent use in accompanying the silent movies which are frequently shown there. Hopefully, we will visit one of these screenings and see such a beautiful instrument in its full working glory.
Please feel free to comment and/or add more information here.
No comments:
Post a Comment