Tony Jackson

It must have been in the mid 1950s when for a week I appeared on stage every night at this magnificent theatre. Not that I was the star attraction, I hasten to add. That person was Max Bygraves. I was one of a number of kids who had been selected to sit the audience by Peter Dulay in support of his magician"s act. When he asked for young volunteers from the audience our job was to be first at the steps up to the stage and, having been previously rehearsed in the tricks and illusions we were to take part in, beat any other kids who weren"t "in on the act". I think Peter Dulay went on to be a TV producer. To be so close to the bright lights was a fabulous experience for ones so young. I"m not sure how we came to be selected - probably through contacts at the theatre being approached for suitable boys! I remember seeing Max every night in the wings waiting for his turn to come on. He seemed so relaxed with a broad smile whilst we were terrified we might get things wrong. I think we got 10 bob (50p) for the week. 19/09/2007 12:45:23

J. Norman Kidd

Tony Jackson. I am going back in time to 1947-48 when Max Bygraves had just been de-mobbed from the forces. He performed at The Old Theatre Royal Middlesbrough, it was a pretty run down Theatre on its last days. It was however our Saturday haunt after looking around the shops and town. Max did his spot which was an impersonation of Al Johnson suitably blacked up for the song "Mammy" his other spot in the second half, was in his chalk stripe de-mob suit with some modern songs. I forecast then he would go far in his career! He would find a big change at The Globe it was a great building for Pantomimes and weekly films. I had left the Stockton area when Max appeared there when you refer to. He would certainly have had my support. It is a great pity Variety has finished, ruined by TV, now also a shadow of its former glory when only BBC to watch. The last of the proper comedians is now 80, Ken Dodd who entertained us until 12-45am at Derby this year. The last of the line in comedy. 20/09/2007 08:11:04

Steve Lee

The globe was called the ABC Cinema when i new it,it was the one over the road from the castle and anchor, it was great, i remember when the whole family of kids used to go there and be entertained while mum went shopping on a saturday, we are the minors of the ABC, it was a good morning of fun and laughs, it"s a shame something that important in our lives has fallen into disrepair. 29/03/2008 16:46:16

Christine Lee

The last time I was inside the Globe Theatre was on November 22nd 1963 - The Beatles performed and when we went home after the show we learned that President Kennedy had been assasinated 02/04/2008 17:19:42

Name not supplied.

This is the auditorium of the Essoldo ("The Cinema") and not the ABC Globe. 24/07/2008 21:53:50

Vivien Heighway

I lived in Stockton in the 60"s and went to the Globe on a regular basis.My brother was fanatical about the Shadows and took me and my other brother every time they were on. I got to see Gene Pitney, Billie Davis, Mick Jagger, Lonnie Donegan and many more. After the show the kids were allowed on stage with the stars to have autographs signed. Standing next to Bruce Welch, Hank Marvin and Brian Bennett was the biggest thrill of my life. I learnt all the Shadows step routines as I listened to their records. Those were halcyon days never forgotten. 03/11/2008 20:49:52

Paul Smith

Great, many good times at the place, seeing bands, films pantos etc in the 60s and early 70s. Recall the ABC minors club on a saturday morning, great days. Anyone recall the record shop near the ABC, I think it was near a store called Robinsons. 25/08/2009 18:05:57

Hazel Snow nee Cowley

I agree with the anon earlier in the list. I think it is the hippodrome not the Globe/ABC as I knew it. I remember going to see Red Riding Hood panto there and being terrified of the wolf. We were up in the gods too. I remember the minors on a Saturday morning 6d downstairs and 9d upstairs. Oh dear I am old now.27/08/2009 13:29:37

Frank Bowron

Thats not the Globe as I remember it. The sign over the stage says "Welcome to Ladbroke's" ...28/08/2009 08:28:45

Pat Mailer

Like Christine Lee, my last time was the Beatles concert the night Kennedy was shot. I saw Gene Vincent, Bobby Rydell and I think Bobby Vee there too. Also Cliff Richard and Lonnie Donnegan in panto. Good days.24/09/2009 03:02:51

Pam Grant

I think it would have been around 1966 at the Globe theatre going to see the-CILLA BLACK SHOW. Also appearing was supposed to be-P.J. PROBY. We found out before the show that P.J. would not be appearing as he was banned for splitting his trousers on stage due to his 'RISQUE' dance routine. He was to be replaced by the little known at the time-Mr TOM JONES, singing his latest hit of- IT'S NOT UNUSUAL, we all know where that went! Also in the show starred- Tommy Roe & The Romans (Dizzy) & Sounds Incorporated! Does anyone else remember this fabulous piece of history? 03/02/2010 20:57:02

ray carter

I remember walking past the alley that ran alongside the side of the Globe, there was a big removal van at the side doors and some lads where unloading stuff. One of them shouted and asked if I'd give them a hand,I said OK. I helped unload big amplifiers,drums guitars etc,taking them down the stairs and onto the stage. When I asked who's gear it was the lad replied it was the WHO's.05/02/2010 16:58:24

Steve Raw

I have just bought "The Beatles Hello..Goodbye" a Daily Mirror Special Anniversary Celebration magazine. Page 17 is a picture "a female fan invades the stage in Stockton and only has eyes for John" I am a huge Beatles Fan. I wonder is this the only picture which exists of the concert in Stockton?02/04/2010 17:30:09

Ian Bailey

Does anyone know if Jeanette Macdonald or Nelson Eddy appeared here??08/04/2010 04:33:09

Keith Roberts

Yes Ian, they did in the 50's in a show called 'Rose Marie' I was a young lad sat in the front row with my grandmother, I was bored rigid! Far to young to appreciate what I was hearing I suppose.26/04/2010 10:17:41

Robert Graval

I read with interest about the redevelopment of the site, is there an update on this or possibly some film or photographs? I looked on the council site but couldn't find anything. 28/06/2010 13:08:06