Adelphi Collection (#4)

Somerset House / Place
Somerset House, Somerset Place and the Adelphi, viewed from Temple Garden Date: 1793

Under Which King? by James Bernard Fagan
Promotional postcard for Under Which King? By James Bernard Fagan. First produced at the Adelphi Theatre, 5th June 1905. The choice is, of course

Up With The Lark
Promotional postcard for Up With The Lark adapted by Douglas Furber from Le Zebre (see The Glad Eye above); music Philip Bra-ham

The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare
Promotional postcard for The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare. Starring Oscar Asche as Petruchio, and his wife, Lily Brayton, as Katherine in a production at the Adelphi Theatre

Merely Molly by John Hastings Turner
Promotional postcard for Merely Molly by John Hastings Turner; music Herman Fink and Joseph Meyer. First produced Theatre Royal, Birmingham, 13th September and Adelphi Theatre, 22nd September 1926

Grand Hotel by Edward Knoblock
Promotional postcard of Grand Hotel by Edward Knoblock from Vicki Baums novel (1929 - original German title Menschen im Hotel). First produced at the Adelphi Theatre, 3rd September 1931

The Harbour Lights by George R Sims
Promotional postcard for Harbour Lights by George R. Sims. First produced at the Adelphi Theatre, 23rd December 1885. Lt. Kingsley is holding Lina Nelson, first played by Jessica Milward

The Harbour Lights
Interior of a promotional Christmas card for Harbour Lights by George R. Sims. First produced Adelphi Theatre, 23rd December 1885. Date: circa 1885

Hamlet by Wiliam Shakespeare
Promotional postcard of Hamlet by William Shakespeare. Hamlet was one of H. B. Irvings many parts which had been played by his father, Sir Henry

Front cover of Eve Magazine 22 March 1922 featuring Nancie Lovet, the heroine of The Golden Moth at the Adelphi Theatre, London Date: 1922

Illustration, John Reeve at the Adelphi Theatre, London
Illustration, John Reeve (1799-1838) in costume as the Great Comic Lion at the Adelphi Theatre, London. Reeve had appeared in plays based on works by Pierce Egan. Date: 1832

Teresa Elizabeth Furtado, Victorian actress
Teresa Elizabeth Furtado (1845-1877), Victorian actress who appeared in leading melodramatic roles at the Adelphi Theatre, London. She married the English actor, John Clarke. Date: circa 1870s

Eve of The Tatler in the revue, Tina at the Adelphi, WW1
Actresses, including Phyllis Dare, playing Eve, the fictional lead columnist, drawn by Annie Fish for The Tatler magazine

Mabel Sealby (1885 - ), British actress. Playing Clown Heroine of the Circus musical comedy in " Head over Heels" at Adelphi Theatre, london

Adelphi Terrace in London prior to the demolition of the Adelphi Buildings, a row of neo-classical terrace houses built by the Adam Brothers between 1768 and 1772, in the early 1930s. Date: 1930s

Advertisement for James Gill, manufacturer of crickets bats and stumps, etc; also cricketing materials at the Adelphi
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP 49 S

COMPUTER ROOM, 1995. Computer room at the Aurora Pulsed Radiation Simulator at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, Prince Georges County, Maryland. Photograph, 1995

Professor G. T. R. Hill explaining how a variable pitch pr?
Professor G.T.R. Hill explaining how a variable pitch propeller works at a Dr Mann Juvenile Lecture at the Royal Society of Arts, Adelphi, 13 January 1937

Professor G. T. R. Hill demonstrating a Sidcup flying suit?
Professor G.T.R. Hill demonstrating a Sidcup flying suit at a Dr Mann Juvenile Lecture at the Royal Society of Arts, Adelphi, 13 January 1937

Scene from the New Farce of the Slow Man, at the Adelphi Theatre, London, Uk, 1854

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Flying Sketches at the Theatres; the Strand; the Adelphi; the Prince of Wales; London

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Scene from " no Thoroughfare, " at the Adelphi Theatre, 1868

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Scene from " the Mysterious Stranger" at the Adelphi Theatre

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" stonehenge by Moonlight, " from the New Drama, " the Borgia Ring, " at the Adelphi Theatre

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Picturesque Sketches of London, the Adelphi " dry Arches"

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Scene from " the Chimes, " at the Adelphi Theatre, Drawn by Kenny Meadows

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Scene from the Burlesque of " st. George and the Dragon, " at the Adelphi Theatre

Scene Prom the New Drama of Belphegor, the Mountebank, at the Adelphi Theatre, London, Uk, 1851 Engraving

Scene from the New Drama of helping Hands, at the Adelphi Theatre, Uk, 1855
Scene from the New Drama of " helping Hands, " at the Adelphi Theatre, Uk, 1855

The Thames and the Adelphi The Adelphi under construction, London A Study of the Thames with the Final Stages of the Adelphi, Attributed to William Hodges, 1744-1797, British

York Water-Gate and the Adelphi, Daniel Turner, active 1782-1805, British

Adelphi Arches
1930: The Adelphi Arches, London. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

ARAB GROCERY, c1865. An Arab grocery in North Africa, possibly Egypt. Photograph by Adelphi and Constantine Zangaki, c1865

EGYPT: CAIRO. People and animals gathered in the open air market called the Grand Bazaar of Kasr El Nil, Cairo, Egypt. Photographed by Adelphi and Constantine Zangaki, mid or late 19th century

THEATRE: ADELPHI, 1852. Epilogue for the play, Adelphi performed at Westminster Theatre in London, England, 1852. Contemporary English wood engraving

THEATER: CHRISTMAS, 1851. Scene from the Christmas tale, Little Red Riding-Hood, at the Adelphi Theatre in London. Engraving, English, 1851

Captain O P Jones following his lecture
Captain O.P. Jones following his lecture, Experiences of an airline pilot, at the Royal Society of Arts, Adelphi, 3 January 1957. Date: 1957

William Charles James Terriss (1847-1897) English actor killed at the stage door of Adelphi, London, 16 December 1897, by an actor with a grudge. Father of actress Ellaline Terris

Mr. Josh Silsbee, The Yankee Comedian, At The Adelphi Theatre, London, UK

Scene from the New Drama of helping Hands, at the Adelphi Theatre, Uk, 1855
Scene from the New Drama of " helping Hands, " at the Adelphi Theatre, Uk, 1855

Scene Prom the New Drama of Belphegor, the Mountebank, at the Adelphi Theatre, London, Uk, 1851 Engraving

Harry Walker with David and Hermione Tennant
Harry Walker with hosts, David Tennant and his wife Hermione at their fancy dress ball at the Adelphi Terrace. Date: 25th July 1928

FRANKENSTEIN. Scene from an 1850 stage adaptation of Frankenstein, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelleys 1818 novel, at the Adelphi Theater, London. Contemporary English wood engraving

LONDON: ADELPHI THEATRE. The Adelphi Theatre, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

The cotton king the London Adelphi Theatre success : by Sutton Vane. Date c1894

Robert Adam Architecture
In 1774, Robert Adam completed the Adelphi development, created after 2 years abroad in Rome. No 7 Adam Street has well preserved Anthemion pilasters. Date: 1770s

The Strand 1950S
The Strand, central London, at night, showing the Adelphi Theatre, taxis, buses and other traffic. Date: 1950s

Demolition of Adelphi Terrace
Two men at work on the demolition of Adelphi Terrace, London, an 18th century block of eleven houses four storeys high designed by Adam

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Step into the world of Adelphi, where theatre and extravagance collide. From captivating performances like 'The Boy' by Fred Thompson with W H Berry to a mesmerizing study of the renowned dancer Phyllis Bedells in 1922, it has always been at the forefront of artistic brilliance. Delve into the mysteries of 'Who's Hooper?' by Fred Thompson or immerse yourself in the enchanting tale of 'The Island King' by Percy Gawthorne. Riley Adelphi, a name that resonates with excellence and innovation, has left an indelible mark on this theatrical haven. And let us not forget Mrs Patrick Campbell, whose remarkable talent graced our stages and captivated audiences. But Adelphi is more than just a theatre; it is an experience. Nestled within Lime Street, Liverpool lies the iconic Adelphi Hotel - a timeless gem that exudes elegance and charm. Transport yourself back to the early 1900s as you step foot into its grandeur. As we wander through history, we catch glimpses of Sir Arthur Wing Pinero in his study, crafting masterpieces that would grace our beloved stage. The Quaker Girl by James T Tanner stands as a testament to his genius. Adelphi - where dreams are born and stories come alive. A place where artistry thrives amidst opulence and creativity knows no bounds.