# Event Details - **Event Name**: How To Stage the Lord Mayor’s Show in the 17th Century - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 27 Nov, 2025 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: This illustrated talk will go back in time to the days when the Show was produced by the City’s ancient livery companies.About this EventPlease note: Booking is EssentialEveryone knows about the Lord Mayor’s Show, when the new Lord Mayor processes through London in a splendid coach, accompanied by numerous floats, musicians and dancers. This illustrated talk will go back in time to the days when the Show was produced by the City’s ancient livery companies, such as the Merchant Taylors and the Haberdashers. Taking a peek behind the curtain, it will tell the story of the people who created the Show, from poets to painters, artisans to actors, and more, as recorded in the rich livery company archives held at the Guildhall Library. Join Professor Tracey Hill to learn more.In-person: For access to the event, please use the West Wing Reception entrance on Aldermanbury.Online via YouTube: Event link to be sent to attendees 24 hours prior to the talk. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/how-to-stage-the-lord-mayor’s-show-in-the-17th-century/100001544006437819 - **Event Categories**: art, music, theatre, literary-art, entertainment, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Guildhall Library - **lat**: 51.515728 - **long**: -0.09298000000001139 - **full address**: Guildhall Library, Aldermanbury, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: How To Stage the Lord Mayor’s Show in the 17th Century - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/426413ae6c2ace6255cb950e9f6909fde0d7aaa6106424738c315acb0bc583d2-rimg-w500-h357-dcc1bca7-gmir.jpg?v=1760609773 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is How To Stage the Lord Mayor’s Show in the 17th Century being held? - **A:** How To Stage the Lord Mayor’s Show in the 17th Century takes place on Thu, 27 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 27 Nov, 2025 at 08:00 pm at Guildhall Library, Aldermanbury, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing How To Stage the Lord Mayor’s Show in the 17th Century? - **A:** How To Stage the Lord Mayor’s Show in the 17th Century is organized by Guildhall Library. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** How To Stage the Lord Mayor’s Show in the 17th Century is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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