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A letter from Joan Armstrong at Taylor Garrett to Roger Blackmore regarding the clasp for the pearl necklace and arranging insurance cover.

A collection of photographs of the QET since the transformation of the Barraclough Hall as part of the Quatercentenary Development Plan. The architect, W.O. Wilson, had designed a modern auditorium, with raked seating and a large stage below the audience, a gallery and a foyer facing the Music School lawn and purpose-built rooms for changing, costumes, scenery making and storage. It was equipped with a computerized lighting system and sophisticated sound equipment. The new Oakham Theatre was officially opened on 16 November 1984 by Queen Elizabeth II.

A photograph of Queen Elizabeth II unveiling the commemorative plaque in the new School theatre on 16 November 1984.

Three photographs (A to C) of Angela Crawford and Paul Kelly demonstrating their computer skills to Lord Kings Norton at the opening of the Computer Block on 11 July 1984. The photographs were taken by Brian and Elizabeth Nicholls Photography and the numbers of print are written on the back: W262/6; W262/5; W262/4, respectively.

A press cuttings from the Rutland and South Lincolnshire Classified regarding the publication of "The Story of Oakham School" by John Barber to celebrate the Quatercentenary of the school.

This file focusses on letters sent by Headmaster Richard Bull during his headmastership (1978-1984). The bulk of the collection is made of letters sent to Parents.

The Oakhamian Magazine, recording the Quatercentenary events throughout the year 1984. Contents: 1984 - A Personal View; A Backward Glance; Main Events; Summer Term Festivities; The Royal Visit; Other Opening Ceremonies.

A photograph of guests and participants at the 1984 International Junior Chess tournament organised as part of the Quatercentenary celebrations.

Newspaper cutting reporting on the 1984 Oakham School International Chess Tournament.

This sub-file focusses on photographs of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre since its refurbishment and opening in 1984.