Elsewhere in Rock’n’Roll London
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| The Lyceum Theatre |
The Lyceum Theatre today is home to The
Lion King – a musical written by old rockers Tim Rice (co-founder of the
indispensible Guinness Book of British Hit Singles) and Elton John.
The building’s rich theatrical history throws
up an impressive cast list – with Sir Henry Irving and Ellen Terry topping the
bill.
But it also retains a special place in the
hearts of rock’n’roll Londoners – as the Lyceum Ballroom such legendary names
as Led Zeppelin, The Who, Queen, The Clash, U2 and The Smiths played here. It
is of particular importance to fans of Bob Marley.
In 1975 Bob Marley and the Wailers (in a
new incarnation, the originals having split in ’74) recorded their Live! album at
the Lyceum. The album dates from the period when Marley first became an
international star following his breakthrough hit No Woman, No Cry (from the
Natty Dread album, 1975)
Kevin McDonald’s documentary on the life
and work of the Jamaican legend – titled simply Marley – was released on DVD last
week (pictured above). You can buy it at Fopp London, 1 Earlham Street WC2 (along the route of the
Rock’n’Roll London Walk)
Join the
Rock’n'Roll London Walk on Friday at 2pm, meeting at Tottenham
Court Road Station (Exit 3) – to book a Private Walk call 020 7642 3978 or
email london@walks.com
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