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The Mardi Gras opened its doors to merseyside teenagers on 28 September 1957
The Mardi Gras opened its doors to merseyside teenagers on 28 September 1957. The clubs walls were decorated with Beat City murals by Liverpool artist Bob Percival. The club was used for location shots in a Rank feature film in 1964. The original Mardi Gras club was demolished in 1975 and hosted acts such as The Beatles, The Big Three, Gerry and the Pacemakers and Cilla Black.
Our Picture shows: The Twist at the Mardi Gras, Liverpool 10th May 1959
Peter Ralph
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21629505
© Mirrorpix
Large Group Of People Young Adults Youth Culture
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this iconic photograph from Memory Lane Prints' Media Storehouse collection. Taken by renowned photographer Peter Ralph, this image captures a historic moment in Merseyside's music scene: The Mardi Gras opening its doors to teenagers on 28 September 1957. The club's vibrant walls, adorned with Beat City murals by Liverpool artist Bob Percival, set the stage for a new era of music and youth culture. Bring this piece of Merseyside history into your home and relive the excitement of the past with this beautifully printed photograph.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.1cm (10" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the vibrant and energetic atmosphere of The Mardi Gras, a legendary club that opened its doors to Merseyside teenagers on September 28,1957. Stepping into this iconic venue was like entering a world of pure excitement and youthful exuberance. Adorning the club's walls were mesmerizing Beat City murals created by Liverpool artist Bob Percival, adding an artistic touch to the already pulsating ambiance. The Mardi Gras holds a special place in history as it was used for location shots in a Rank feature film in 1964, solidifying its status as an influential cultural hub. Sadly, the original club met its demise in 1975 but not before hosting some of the most legendary acts of all time. The Beatles, The Big Three, Gerry and the Pacemakers, and Cilla Black are just a few names that graced its stage. In this particular snapshot captured on May 10th, 1959 at The Twist event held at Mardi Gras, we witness a large group of young adults immersed in joyous dancing and entertainment. Their beaming smiles reflect their carefree spirits while they revel in the music-filled night. Amongst them are wallflowers who observe with admiration or perhaps await their turn to join in on the fun. Peter Ralph's remarkable photograph encapsulates not only an era but also youth culture itself during those exhilarating times of post-war Britain. It serves as a nostalgic reminder of
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