The Sheldonian Theatre is located in Oxford England and was designed by Christopher Wren, one of England's most famous architects. It was built from 1664 to 1668 and was named after Gilbert Sheldon, the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Chancellor of the University. He was also the project's main financial backer.
Prior to the Sheldonian Theatre being built, the ceremonies of the university, such as graduations, were held in the univesity's church, St Mary the Virgin on High. It was felt that this was not the appropriate location and Sheldon was approached for his blessing and assistance to create a place for such occasions.
The building has a prominent eight-sided cupola, a small dome-like structure, in the centre of the roof which can be accessed via a staircase. The cupola has large windows on all sides which provide views across Oxford.
It continues to be used for the ceremonies of the university, as well as musical recitals, lectures, conferences. Handel performed at the Sheldonian Theatre in 1733.
Prior to the Sheldonian Theatre being built, the ceremonies of the university, such as graduations, were held in the univesity's church, St Mary the Virgin on High. It was felt that this was not the appropriate location and Sheldon was approached for his blessing and assistance to create a place for such occasions.
The building has a prominent eight-sided cupola, a small dome-like structure, in the centre of the roof which can be accessed via a staircase. The cupola has large windows on all sides which provide views across Oxford.
It continues to be used for the ceremonies of the university, as well as musical recitals, lectures, conferences. Handel performed at the Sheldonian Theatre in 1733.
In 1994, the European Commission described the Sheldonian Theatre as "one of the architectural jewels of Oxford".
Vintage photomechanical print of St John's College, Oxford in Oxfordshire, England, which was taken towards the end of the 19th century. Photograph courtesy LOC (LC-DIG-ppmsc-08775).
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