Play Collection (page 100)

North East Festivals Children get to play on the ship structure in Old Eldon Square, part of the Newcastle Festival, before it is dismantled and used for fire wood 19 October 1972

Boy dressed as Dan Dare astronaut for a Reveille feature on dressing up 2nd December 1957

Boy dressed as cowboy Jeff Arnold for a Reveille feature on dressing up 2nd December 1957

Schoolboy seen here playing with a Dan Dare ray gun 2nd December 1957

Schoolboy seen here playing with a toy lawn mower 2nd December 1957

English playwright Shelagh Delaney receives a bouquet of flowers on the first night of her play " A Taste of Honey" at the Wyndhams Theatre in Londons West End. 10th February 1959

English playwright Shelagh Delaney with her mother on the first night of her play " A Taste of Honey" at the Wyndhams Theatre in Londons West End. 10th February 1959

Thirteen year old Jane Asher seen here in her costume for the title role in " Alice through the Looking Glass" at the Playhouse, Oxford and in Cardiff in January

Children playing in the streets of Liverpools Chinatown 20th November 1933 Liverpool

Sid Field tribute show. The Triplets act starring left to right: Danny Kaye, Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier. 25th June 1951

Marie Bell and Pierre Vaneck rehearse a scene from the production of Francoise Sagans " Les Violons, Parfois at the Piccadily Theatre in Londons West End to mark the opening of a five week

Laurence Olivier pictured during rehearsals for the play " the Entertainer 9th April 1957

Midnight Matinee rehearsal. Left to right: Laurence Olivier, Vivien Leigh and John Mills. 26th June 1956

Vanessa Redgrave, backstage at the Wyndham Theatre, London before rehearsals for the play " Prime of Miss Jean Brodie". 3rd May 1966

Production of the famous Shakespeare tragedy Romeo and Juliet taking place at Regent Park Open Air Theatre starring Marilyn Taylersen and Hugh Ross. 1st June 1971

Rehearsal for the new Open Air Theatre production of Willam Shakespeares " A Midsummer Nights Dream" at Regents Park, London with cast members dressed in bathing costumes

Actress Judi Dench and Barrie Ingham during rehearsals for the production of the Shakespeare play " The Winters Tale" at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. 2nd May 1969

Scene fom the play Veterans Day at the Theatre Royal, Haymarket starring Michael Gambon as Walter Kercelik, Jack Lemmon as John MacCormack Butts and Robert Flemyng as Leslie R Holloway

An Evening with Dylan Thomas, a one off stage performance for The Princes Trust and in the presence of HRH Prince Charles

Production of the famous Shakespeare play "As You Like It"
Production of the famous Shakespeare play " As You Like It" taking place at Regent Park Open Air Theatre, 1947. The dresser adjusts Vivienne Bennetts Rosalind boys costume before her

Actress Judith Barker of the Oldham Repertory Theatre, the Coliseum. 17th April 1964

Exterior view of the St Martins Theatre in West Street, London Circa 1971

Exterior view of the Palace Theatre at Cambridge Circus in Londons West End. Circa 1971

Exterior view of the London Hippodrome, after its conversion into the Talk of the Town theatre restaurant. Circa 1971

Exterior view of the Criterion Theatre in Londons West End. April 1958

Exterior view of the London Hippodrome, after its conversion into the Talk of the Town theatre restaurant. Circa 1971

Exterior view of the Duke of Yorks Theatre, St Martins Lane in Londons West End. April 1958

Exterior view of the Wyndhams Theatre adjacent to Leicester Square underground station on Charing Cross Road, London. Circa 1971

Actor Ron Cook plays the part of George Hewins in this unique production by the RSC of " The Dillen" staged by Ron Hutchinson

Life in the Mirror Side by side, housewife Mary Batten left and telephonist Grace Salvat practise their ballet dancing. They are just two of many people - people of different ages

Actor Michael Williams as Troilus, in a scene from "Troilus and Cressida"
Actor Michael Williams as Troilus, in a scene from " Troilus and Cressida" at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford. 7th August 1968

A scene from Alan Bennetts play "Getting On, "at the Belgrade Theatre
A scene from Alan Bennetts play " Getting On, " at the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry. last night. Left to right: Simon MacCorkindale as Geoff Price, Margot Leicester (Polly Oliver)

Actor Michael Williams as Troilus, in a scene from "Troilus and Cressida"
Actor Michael Williams as Troilus, in a scene from " Troilus and Cressida" at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford. 7th August 1968

The memories come flooding back as the Belgrade Theatre present C. P
The memories come flooding back as the Belgrade Theatre present C.P. Taylors wartime family storuy " And a Nightingale Sang." The Production features the Straford-based actor Stephen

A scene from the RSC production of As You Like It. Left to right Peter McEmery as Silvius, Jill Dixon as Phoebe, Rosalind Knight as Celia, Vanessa Redgrave as Rosalind and Russell Hunter as Corin

A scene from the RSC production of "As You Like It"Left to Right
A scene from the RSC production of " As You Like It" Left to Right, Vanessa Redgrave as Rosalind, Rosalind Knight as Celia and Iba Bannen as Orlando. 2nd July 1961 watscan - - 24/05/2010

Christmas party at Surrey Nurseries. 17th December 1953 *** Local Caption
Christmas party at Surrey Nurseries. 17th December 1953 watscan - - 27/05/2010

Actor Ian Bannen as Orlando in the RSC production of "As You Like It"
Actor Ian Bannen as Orlando in the RSC production of " As You Like It" 2nd July 1961

Ian Bannen as Orlando seen here on stage with Vanessa Redgrave as Rosalind in the RSC production of " As You Like It" 2nd July 1961 watscan - - 24/05/2010

A whist drive scene at Burton Hall Brixton Road, SW9 18th April 1951

Children playing a game of blow football, 5th April 1940

Animals: Panda. There is a hope that at last the two giant Pandas at the London Zoo will be joining in a much warmer friendship which will develop each time they are put together

Scene from the play Square Crooks at the Prince of Wales theatre in London March 1928 zxsa

Vanessa Redgrave as Rosalind, dressed as a women in the RSC production of " As You Like It" 2nd July 1961 watscan - - 24/05/2010

The Wrestling scene from the RSC production of "As You Like It"
The Wrestling scene from the RSC production of " As You Like It". the wrestler, Brian Murray and Ian Bannen as Orlando (right)

Classroom scene shows children playing in the sandpit at Ravensdale Infants school, Coventry January 1966 Neg No: 61256

Children play on a slide at The War Memorial Park, Coventry. 28th August 1967

Memories of pre-war cigarette cards are stirred by this scene of young boys playing with large cards which they call " Fag Cards" in Little Church Street, Coventry. 12th April 1966

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"Embracing the Joy of Play: From Medora Musical to Puppy Tail Chewing" The Medora Musical in Medora, North Dakota, USA - where music and laughter intertwine on stage, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in the magic of play. Meet Riley, a brown roan Italian Spinone puppy at 13 weeks old, finding pure bliss in chewing his own tail – a delightful reminder of the innocence and simplicity that comes with play. African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) juveniles engaging in playful antics as they try their luck with an impala's leg – showcasing nature's vibrant spirit through their energetic games. Village green cricket in Tilford, Surrey, England – where time seems to stand still as players unite for a friendly match under the sun-drenched sky; a testament to the enduring tradition of play. Step back into history with Show Boat Poster from 1927 – capturing the essence of theatrical play that has captivated audiences for generations and continues to leave them spellbound. The England Test cricket XI at Nottingham, Nottinghamshire in 1899 immortalized by WA Rouch's artistry – reminding us how sport can ignite passion and camaraderie through spirited competition. Bruegel (Brueghel), Pieter the Elder's Children’s Games painting from 1560 offers a glimpse into centuries past when children found joy through imaginative play without modern distractions. Whitestone Pond on Hampstead Heath becomes an oasis for carefree moments as people gather around its tranquil waters, letting go of worries and embracing spontaneous playfulness. Piece together memories with a jigsaw puzzle featuring golfers on Prestwick golf course in Scotland circa 1914– relishing both mental challenge and leisurely enjoyment while celebrating this timeless game.