The Man in Dress Clothes by Seymour Hicks
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The Man in Dress Clothes by Seymour Hicks
Promotional postcard for The Man in Dress Clothes by Seymour Hicks from the French of A. Pickard and Y. Mirande. First produced at the Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, 21st October 1921 and Garrick Theatre, 22nd March 1922. Hicks, who was also the leading man, is shown. The portrait in the frame is of his wife and leading lady, Ellaline Terriss. For the Lyceum Theatre revival, 28th March 1929. The image was also used for the front page of the programme. Date: 1929
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Ellaline Hicks Panto Pantomime Promotional Seymour Terriss 1929
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Step right up and feast your eyes on this enchanting promotional postcard for the 1929 revival of Seymour Hicks' beloved theatrical production, "The Man in Dress Clothes," at the Lyceum Theatre. The image showcases Seymour Hicks, the leading man and creator of the play, striking a confident pose in his finest dress clothes. The portrait in the frame behind him captures the captivating visage of his real-life wife and leading lady, Ellaline Terriss, whose talent and beauty graced the stage alongside Hicks. First produced at the Theatre Royal in Portsmouth in 1921 and later transferring to the Garrick Theatre in London in 1922, "The Man in Dress Clothes" was a popular and enduring success in the world of British theatre. This postcard, featuring an elegant design by A. Pickard and Y. Mirande, was used as the frontispiece for the programme during the Lyceum Theatre revival in 1929. The play, which combined elements of comedy, music, and pantomime, brought joy and laughter to audiences for years to come. This evocative postcard is a window into the golden age of theatre and offers a glimpse into the magic and wonder that unfolded on the stage during this bygone era. Experience the enchantment for yourself and transport yourself back in time with this beautiful and intriguing piece of theatrical history.
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