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Metal Print : George Walker and Ada Overton Walker in In Dahomey
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George Walker and Ada Overton Walker in In Dahomey
Miss Ada Overton Walker and Mr George Walker, performing " The Tsar of Dixie" a song in the play In Dahomey at the Shaftesbury Theatre in 1903. The Tatler reports that the play was " produced with great success at Boston last September, is written and played by coloured people. Aida Overton Walker (February 14, 1880 October 11, 1914), also billed as Ada Overton Walker and as " The Queen of the Cakewalk", was an African-American vaudeville performer, actress, singer, dancer, choreographer, and wife of vaudevillian George Walker. The mentions how Ada/Aida had made the cakewalk popular among the Four Hundred - the top rungs of New York society. Date: 1903
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic duo, George Walker and Ada Overton Walker, performing "The Tsar of Dixie" in the groundbreaking production of "In Dahomey" at the Shaftesbury Theatre in 1903. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available as a stunning metal print, adding a unique and timeless touch to any decor. With vibrant colors and exceptional clarity, our metal prints are not only beautiful works of art but also durable, long-lasting, and waterproof. Bring history to life in your home or office with this exceptional piece of theatre history.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures the electrifying moment when George Walker and Ada Overton Walker gracefully perform "The Tsar of Dixie" in the hit play "In Dahomey" at the prestigious Shaftesbury Theatre in London, 1903. The Tatler reported that the production, which had enjoyed great success in Boston the previous year, was written and performed by African-American artists. Ada Overton Walker, affectionately known as "The Queen of the Cakewalk," was a trailblazing vaudeville performer, actress, singer, and dancer. Her innovative cakewalk dances had captivated the Four Hundred, New York's elite social circle, and brought this lively dance craze to the forefront of popular culture. With her husband, George Walker, by her side, Ada continued to dazzle audiences with their unparalleled stage presence and captivating performances. This photograph is a testament to their undeniable talent and the groundbreaking impact they had on the world of entertainment.
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