Empire, Croydon

Advertised in The Era, 26 December 1917.

Advertised in The Era, 22 May 1918; and noted in The Era, 29 May 1918.

Advertised in The Era, 9 October 1918.

‘Mr. Charles Austin, the famous comedian, received an ovation at the Croydon Empire on Monday evening, when he presented his well-known comedy, “Parker, P.C.” Mr. Austin has an inimitable style of humour which always makes an instant appeal to his audience. As Parker, P.C., with his own police station and police court, he has opportunities seldom equalled for bringing into play his talents in the fun-making line. He is ably assisted by his company, which includes such well-known artistes as Alec Dane, Nance Blackwood and Ruby Norton. The whole show has obviously been designed to provide the maximum amount of entertainment, and there is not a dull moment in either of the three cleverly devised acts. The management already report that advance bookings are very heavy. Patrons desiring seats should therefore book them as early as possible’. Croydon Times, 16 October 1929.