Art Deco Decadence – Flappers, Fashion, Fruit and Footlights

Jazz Age geometrics, marvellous modernism and 'Art Deco' artistry.

Between 1926 and 1937, but mostly in 1929-30, thirteen theatres in the Covent Garden to Piccadilly area were either revamped or newly-constructed.

Impressarios, owners and managers were keen to keep up with the fun and frivolous forward-thinking zeitgeist of that time, with each theatre offering ever more impressive innovations and sumptuous surroundings, often advertised as better than their rivals.

We will get up close to six of those theatres and also look at some other impressive 'Art Deco era buildings along the way, some of which, despite their size, you may have walked past often and not noticed, such as a book store, a department store, a bank, and the offices of a fruit and vegetable merchant.

The tour starts near The Dominion theatre and finishes at The Savoy Hotel on the Strand. For more info, see the FAQs below.

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My guiding style is inclusive, open and friendly. I design and research every tour myself – in fact, the research never ends. The walks and talks I offer are all on subjects that intrigue me and each one highlights a different facet of my personality. I am particularly interested in the architecture of our ever-changing streets and the little details on and above them. For more information, please visit www.janeslondonwalks.com

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FAQs

Where does this walk start and what if I am running late?

• Important re meeting point – please do not rely on QR codes and maps sent via other apps as these often give incorrect or misleading information.
• The specific meeting point will be clearly described in words within the Order Confirmation email sent to you immediately after your purchase...
  – Scroll down to the bottom of that email to the Additional Information section where you will find a written description of the meeting point as well as details of how to play catch-up should you be running late on the day

Can I just show up and pay on arrival?

• No – this is a ticketed event with a maximum group size – places must be booked in advance.

Do I have to bring a copy of my ticket to the event?

• No – you will simply be asked your name

Can I get a refund / is my ticket transferrable?

• As you can appreciate, refunds and reallocations do not apply to people who simply do not show up on the day!
• You can organise your own refund through Eventbrite's ticketing system up to 48 hrs before the walk starts. However, please note that the booking fee (absorbed within the ticket price) is not refundable.
• Alternatively, I can hold your purchase for transfer to another Jane's London Walk within the next three months – please notify me in writing via email/text at least 48 hours before this walk is due to start.

What if it's raining?

• Walking tours will go ahead, rain or shine.
• However, if severely adverse conditions are forecast, or other unforeseen complications cause the event to be cancelled, you will receive notification and a full refund.
  
• Is this tour suitable for wheelchairs?

• The walk will be mostly on standard pavements and should not pose any problems further to those experienced on an average high street.

How can I contact the organiser?

Email: jane@janeslondon.com

Mobile: +44(0)7941 475003

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