<p>In the midst of a lively performance of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time", tragedy struck when a segment of the Apollo Theatre's ceiling unexpectedly collapsed, leaving more than 80 theatre-goers injured, and many more shaken. </p>

<p>This episode discusses the risks with old buildings, and how audience members believed that the ominous sounds of the roof beginning to collapse were actually part of the show… </p>

In the midst of a lively performance of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time", tragedy struck when a segment of the Apollo Theatre's ceiling unexpectedly collapsed, leaving more than 80 theatre-goers injured, and many more shaken. This episode discusses the risks with old buildings, and how audience members believed that the ominous sounds of the roof beginning to collapse were actually part of the show…

Apollo Theatre Collapse - 2013

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Welcome to "Did History (Actually) Teach Us Anything" the podcast where we unravel the most well-known tales of calamity, mishap, and unforeseen consequences that have shaped the course of history, and consider whether we’ve actually learnt anything from them all these years later! In this podcast, we examine the historical events that you may think you know about already and the causes that lead to them, be they icebergs or baker’s ovens. We will consider whether these tragedies could have been avoided, and some of the surprising things we do differently now as a result. But this podcast isn't just about dates and events; it's about learning from the past, drawing insights from hindsight, and gaining a deeper appreciation for the complexities of what really happened in these events we think we know so well. So get ready to encounter remarkable individuals, pivotal moments, and fascinating insights that will make you appreciate health and safety, and environmental management as far more than just red tape…

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