Drury Lane

American  

[droor-ee] / ˈdrʊər i /

noun

1. a street in London, England, formerly notable for its theaters, named after the house Sir William Drury built there in the reign of Henry VIII.

2. a famous theater (founded 1661) on Drury Lane in London, England.

3. the theatrical district located on or near this street.

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Drury Lane British  

/ ˈdrʊərɪ /

noun

1. a street in the West End of London, formerly famous for its theatres

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Example Sentences

“Remember I told you I was acquainted with the stage manager at the Drury Lane? And they had a new show, opening tonight, as it happens? Apparently the King of Belgium, or Hungary, or some other midsized European nation, bought a whole box for the premiere and then canceled due to a civil war breaking out, so my friend had some extra seats to dispose of. Five, in fact.”

From Literature

What explanation would she give for her presence at the Drury Lane Theater?

From Literature

“I know another song you might like. It’s about Drury Lane, and we’re on our way to the Drury Lane Theater. I’ll teach it to you.”

From Literature

A hush descended over the Drury Lane Theater.

From Literature

Manners forgotten, she pushed and elbowed her way through the lobby doors and stood on Drury Lane, frantically calling, “Children! Where are you?”

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