when was the theatre founded?
1980
Almeida Theatre
The Almeida Theatre, opened in 1980, 
who is james tod? An officer of the British East India Company and an Oriental scholar. did he write any books? Yes, he published a number of academic works about Indian history and geography, most notably "Annals and Antiquities of Rajast'han" did any of his works receive acclaim or awards? UNANSWERABLE who published the book? He had to finance publication himself where was he born? Islington, London what is the origin of the name of this town? It was originally named by the Saxons "Giseldone", then "Gislandune", and the name means "Gīsla's hill" from the Old English personal name "Gīsla" and "dun" has the place appeared in any literature? Yes, Islington features extensively in modern English literature and culture any book in particular? UNANSWERABLE are there any popular buildings there? The "King's Head Tavern" and  Almeida Theatre
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Almeida Theatre [SEP] Introduction
The Almeida Theatre, opened in 1980, is a 325-seat producing house with an international reputation, which takes its name from the street on which it is located, off Upper Street, in the London Borough of Islington. The theatre produces a diverse range of drama. Successful plays are often transferred to West End theatres.