Gaiety Theatre Celebrates 125 Years

125 Years of the Gaiety: Big Birthday for a Proper Manx Icon

Today marks 125 years since the Gaiety Theatre first opened its doors to the public, and what a ride it’s been. From cold carpets and flickering lights to Edwardian elegance and full orchestras, the old girl’s been through it all. Built in 1893, the Gaiety was originally known as the Marina, a name that didn’t exactly bring in the crowds. After a series of bankruptcies and dramatic rebrands (including a brief stint as ‘The Pavilion’), a bunch of…

Gaiety Theatre celebrates 125 years

The iconic venue opened its doors for the first time on 16 July 1900