South Tyneside History
| Title | Zion Hall's production of the Merchant of Venice |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0005892 |
| Photographer | Unknown |
| Town or Village | South Shields |
| Date | 31st July 1934 |
| Original Format | Sepia photograph |
| Period | 1930s |
| Copyright | South Tyneside Libraries |
| Further Information | The cast of South Shields Unemployed Drama Group, who were based at Zion Hall, in costume for the play The Merchant of Venice. The play was a Pageant play performed by the in the grounds of Undercliffe, Cleadon, the home of Col. Robert Chapman and Mrs Chapman. Colonel Chapman was the the President of the South Shields Unemployed Committee at the time. The play was directed by Mr Gordon Lea. |
