What forms of entertainment came up in nineteenth century England to provide leisure activities for the people?

FOR WEALTHY BRITHISH 1. For wealthy British, there had long been an annual ‘London Season’ in the 18th century. 2. Several cultural events, such as opera, theatre and classical music performances were organized for an elite group of 300-400 families. FOR WORKING CLASSES 3. Working classes met in pubs to have a drink, exchange news and to organize for political action. 4. Libraries, art galleries and museums were established to provide people with a sense of history and pride in the achievements of the British. INDUSTRIAL WORKERS 5. Many industrial workers spent their holidays by the sea, so as to derive the benefits of the sun and bracing winds. FOR LOWER CLASSES 6. Music halls were popular among the lower classes. 7. By the 19th century cinema became the great mass entertainment for mixed audiences. read less