Forgotten pictures of the people and performers inside Buxton Opera House - the jewel in the crown of the Peak District
Legendary names like the Osmonds and Ken Dodd have graced the stage of Buxton Opera House, which was home of the Gilbert and Sullivan Festival for many years.
From touring West End shows like Mamma Mia and Hairspray and international visitors putting on circus shows, opera, ballet, as well as pop stars and comedians and the much loved family shows like The Snowman, Peppa Pig or the annual panto the 1903 built Matcham theatre has welcomed everyone over the generations.
But as well as the the big names the Opera House has worked with schools, dance and community groups and the people behind the scenes are as important so see who you can spot in these pictures going back to 1999.
6. The director
Buxton Opera House, director Andrew Aughton pictured in 2006
Photo: Buxton Advertiser
7. Double Buddy
Dean Elliott and Matt Wycliffe give an impromptu performance outside the Buxton Opera House to promote The Buddy Holly Story in 2007
Photo: Paul Robinson
8. The Globe's visit
Buxton Opera House Press Officer, Jenny Mather, donned Elizabethan garb and took on the role of Juliet to celebrate the announcement of The Globe’s visit to Buxton in 2007 with Andrew Aughton of the Opera House and Scott McCauley of The Pavilion Gardens.
Photo: Jason Chadwick