B. Howe's bankruptcy in 1875, the theatre remained empty until 1879. Actress-manageress May Bulmer then ran the theatre until it was demolished, having a personal success in the light opera A Cruise to China.
B. Howe's bankruptcy in 1875 caused the theatre to remain unoccupied until 1879. Actress-manageress May Bulmer then managed the theatre before it was demolished, achieving success with a light opera titled A Cruise to China.