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High definition television, scene from new opera, Mr Pickwick
High definition television, scene from new opera, Mr Pickwick, with music by Albert Coates, produced by Vladimir Rosing, presented by Dallas Bower, broadcast on BBC TV from Alexandra Palace on 13 November 1936 - televising by Marconi EMI Emitron Cameras, an all-electric method, with no mechanically moving parts. Date: 1936
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This photograph captures a scene from the groundbreaking 1936 broadcast of the new opera "Mr. Pickwick," based on the beloved Charles Dickens novel, which was presented by Dallas Bower for the BBC from Alexandra Palace. The production, which featured music by Albert Coates and was produced by Vladimir Rosing, marked a significant milestone in television history as it was the first high definition television (HDTV) broadcast in the UK. The image showcases the innovative technology used to produce this television event, with the all-electric Marconi EMI Emitron Cameras, which boasted no mechanically moving parts, revolutionizing the way television was produced. The high definition quality of the image is evident in the intricate details of the costumes and the expressive facial features of the cast members, bringing the characters of Dickens' classic tale to life on the small screen. The 1930s, a decade known for its technological advancements, saw the beginning of the television era, and this broadcast of "Mr. Pickwick" was a testament to the potential of this new medium. The image serves as a reminder of the excitement and innovation that surrounded the early days of television broadcasting and the role that pioneering figures like Coates, Rosing, and Bower played in shaping the future of media.
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