Performances Collection (#14)

Berlioz at Paris 1845
Concert given by Hector Berlioz in the Cirque Olympique in the Champs- Elysees, Paris. Date: 1845

Instead of intervening in Cuba and South America, why not ship the revolutions to Coney Island and let us all get some fun out of them? Two performances daily, with the original casts and costumes

Between performances. Illustration shows a scene on a stage with a large table and many actors and actresses engaged in various activities; on the far left is a Christmas tree with decorations based

The Barnum & Bailey greatest show on earth, the worlds grandest, largest, best, amusement institution. The Flying Dillons in a series of most marvelous mid-air feats and startling performances

The burgomaster the great up to date musical comedy : unprecedented record of over 100 consecutive performances at Dearborn Theatre, Chicago. Date ca. 1899

National Gallery daytime concerts during WWII, 1939
Emptied of its Old Masters (transferred to a place of safety in the country), the National Gallery re-opened to the public as a concert hall during World War II

Fete Champetre, Watcombe, 1852
Musical fete champetre at Watcombe, near Torquay. The grand natural ampitheatre in which the performances took place was caused by a landslip. Date: 1852

Baden-Powell in Aden
The Chief Scout (Lord Baden-Powell) & the President of the Local Association watching the displays in Aden. 1930s

Prinzregenter Theater
The Prinzregenter Theatre, Munich, completed in 1901, was built for performances of Wagners operas. All seats are in the amphitheatre. Date: 1930s

Playbill for Maskelyne & Cooke magical variety show
Playbill for performances of the show The Novelty of the Age, featuring magicians Maskelyne and Cooke, held at Berkley Castle, Blackpool, January 1870

Playbill - magician Doctor Silvester and the levitating lady
Undated playbill for performances of magician Doctor Silvester and the levitating lady at " Gebouw der Loge". HPF/5A/37

Blackheath Green Man
The Green Man, on the crest of Blackheath Hill, standing until quite recently as a venue for old-style music hall performances. Date: circa 1860

Performing Street Dogs
Two dogs in male and female roles entertain a group of well-to-do ladies at the edge of a market or shopping street. The handler also has an owl and a cat

The Wapping Concert
A satire on Madame Mara, a concert singer. She sang at the Handel Commemoration in Westminster Abbey in 1784 and 1785. She had rickets in her childhood - hence Le Genou Inflexible

Concert Hanover Square
A concert by the Philharmonic Society at the Hanover Square Concert Rooms, London

Mendelssohn at Leipzig
Mendelssohn conducts his own music at the Leipzig Gewandhaus

Talmas Audience
French actor TALMA, by sheer will-power, sees his audience divested of their clothes and transformed into skeletons, which he claims inspires his finest performances

TRIO, 1678
A singer is accompanied by viol and clavichord

Davenports in Poland
Stage magicians William and Ira Davenport toured the world pretending to be spirit mediums : a poster for their performances in Poland

Oratorio at Cambridge
Oratorio performed in St Marys Church, Cambridge

German Musical Outing
A musical outing in 18th century Germany

Pachmann / Vladimir / Pcard
VLADIMIR VON PACHMANN Russian pianist, best known for his performances of Chopin

C18 Chamber Instruments
Chamber instruments used in private music-making

St Georges Hall
The first members of the public arrive for a performance at St Georges Music-Hall, Langham-Place, London

Surrey Gardens Musichall
A concert at the new music hall at the Surrey Gardens, London

Music Chez LA Comtesse C
The harpist takes a break during a musical matinee at the aristocratic home of Madame la comtesse de Saint- Brisson

Palace Concert Programme
Programme of a concert at Buckingham Palace featuring music by Beethoven, Donizetti, Verdi, Wagner, Gounod, Boito, Gluck, Jules Cohen, Benedict and Meyerbeer

Trinity College Concert
A grand musical performance is given in the theatre of Trinity College, Dublin

C18 French Concert
A singer and four musicians perform in an aristocratic household

Music in Stately Home
Five instrumental performers and a singer entertain an aristocratic audience in a stately home

Entertainer and Dogs
A street entertainer with a mixed pack of performing dogs

Handel Festival 1865
A Handel Festival at the Crystal Palace, Sydenham (London)

Music making in an aristocratic home, with violin, cello, spinet and singer

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"Captivating Performances: From Operas to Circuses, Theatre to Dance" Step into the world with this captivating collection of images. Transport yourself back to 1953 and experience the magic of an advert for a Verdi Opera. The grandeur and emotion that filled the air during those shows is truly unforgettable. Delve further into history as we explore Wagner's mesmerizing compositions. His music has stood the test of time, leaving audiences in awe since the 19th century. In a completely different setting, witness adorable red fox cubs frolicking in Vosges, France. Their playful antics are like a performance all on their own, showcasing nature's beauty. Take a peek behind the scenes at a circus scene illustrated by Gérard Laplau. The vibrant colors and lively atmosphere bring this enchanting world to life before your eyes. Marvel at the skill of a snake charmer playing his flute-like instrument while coaxing out a majestic serpent from its basket. This ancient art form continues to captivate audiences around the globe. Discover old-world charm with Bertram Mills Circus handbill advertising Hamlet at Leeds Theatre. The anticipation and excitement surrounding live theater can be felt through every word on that piece of paper. Gertie Millar, an accomplished actress known for her talent and grace, takes center stage in our next image. Her performances left spectators spellbound as she effortlessly brought characters to life. Leicester Square Looking Towards Empire Theatre provides us with a glimpse into bustling London nightlife during its heyday. The lights shining bright against the night sky beckon you towards unforgettable performances within those walls. Jullien at Covent Garden transports us back even further in time when concerts were held amidst opulent surroundings. Imagine being part of an audience enraptured by beautiful melodies performed by talented musicians.