Author Archives: Mark Ritchie

NOSTALGIA FEATUREOlder cabaret fans, wherever in the UK they hail from, will have heard of the iconic Batley Variety Club in West Yorkshire. The venue was closed long ago, but it traded as The Frontier night club long after, under new owners. Eventually the building, which stands on the main… Continue reading →

UK COMEDYThis time around on the comedy front we take a look at some of the stories concerning this vibrant sector. DODDY REMEMBEREDThe famous and iconic City Varieties Musical Hall in Leeds is to re-name its beautiful theatre space, The Sir Ken Dodd Auditorium. Doddy appeared at the venue probably… Continue reading →