Coward Collection

Chelsea Arts Ball - Noel Coward and Ivor Novello
A group at the Annual Chelsea Arts Club Ball, held at the Royal Albert Hall every New Years Eve. Back row from left, Mr Frank Verner Leveson, Mrs Calthrop, Ivor Novello, Miss Gladys Cooper

Hay Fever, by Noel Coward, Gaiety Theatre, Hastings
Hay Fever, a comedy by Noel Coward, at the Gaiety Theatre, Hastings, starring Kate Cutler

Noel Coward (1899-1973)
Caricature of Noel Coward (1899-1973), the English playwright, actor and composer, in 1938

Soho, London - Shaftesbury Avenue - Queens Theatre with neon sign for Private Lives by Noel Coward, directed by John Gielgud. 1973

The cast of Hay Fever, described as Noel Cowards Clean Play "by The Sketch
The cast of Hay Fever, described as Noel Cowards Clean Play " by The Sketch. Marie Tempest played the role of Judith Bliss, a bohemian ex-actress, while Graham Browne her husband, David Bliss

Gertrude Lawrence by Autori
Stylised caricature of Gertrude Lawrence (1898 - 1952), British actress and musical comedy performer at the time she was appearing in Private Lives by Noel Coward at the Phoenix Theatre in London

Noel Coward at Eden Roc, Cap d Antibes, French Riviera

Noel Coward by Sirra
Noel Coward (Sir Noel Peirce Coward, 1899-1973), English actor, singer, playwright, director and composer. Caricatured by Sirra in The Bystander, part of a series called Celebrities in Cameo

Queen Victoria at Sheffield
The Queen in Sheffield during Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Here, Dr. Coward, conductor of the childrens choir in Norfolk Park is presented to the Queen. Date: 1897

NOEL COWARD (1899-1973). English actor and playwright. Coward as the naval captain in In Which We Serve, 1941

Noel Coward / Play Pictori
NOEL COWARD At the time of his play Cavalcade in 1931

Cavalry General ignoring an order to support the infantry in battle. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a
FLO4718126 Cavalry General ignoring an order to support the infantry in battle. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786)

The Man Who Dares - and the Men who Dare N't, from Puck, published September 5, 1888. Creator: Charles Jay Taylor
The Man Who Dares - and the Men who Dare N't, from Puck, published September 5, 1888

The Rabbit Running Away, 1930. Artist: John Tenniel
The Rabbit Running Away, 1930. The White Rabbit from Lewis Carrolls (1832-1898) Alice in Wonderland. After an illustration by John Tenniel (1820-1914) colour printed by Edward Evans (1826-1905)

Noel Coward (1899-1973) English playwright, composer, director, actor, and singer. Date: 1931

The actress and dancer Vera Freeman, December 1923. Was in Phi Phi and now London Calling where she dances the Blues with Noel Coward Date: 1923

Simple Coward's Tale
A comic strip style of illustrations which tell the story of a coward who before getting into bed at night, he meticulously checks under the bed, in the wardrobe

Mrs Calthrop
A portrait painting of Gladys Calthrop, sat with folded arms, wearing a distinctive orange dress. After befriending Noel Coward

Margaret Leighton and Noel Coward, The Astonished Heart
Margaret Leighton and Noel Coward in the film The Astonished Heart

Photograph of Claudette Colbert (1903-1996), actress and Fredric March (1897-1975), actor in "To-night is Ours"

Noel Coward and Alfred Lunt, on balcony, Design for Living, theatrical portrait. With description, Meet Noel Coward and Alfred Lunt on a balcony

Photographic portrait of Noel Coward (1899-1973), the English playwright, actor and composer, in 1942, shortly after the release of In Which We Serve'. Date: c.1942

Noel Coward and Gertrude Lawrence in the play Has Anybody Seen our Ship?, part of the programme To-night at 8.30, at the Phoenix Theatre, 1936. Date: 19/02/1936

Yvonne Printemps, as Melanie de Tramond, and Noel Coward, as Duc de Chaussigny-Varennes, in the musical Conversation Piece, at His Majesty's Theatre, Brighton. Date: 1934

Noel Coward (1899 - 1973) (right), English playwright, actor and composer, talking to Lieut-General Sir H. Pownall during a tour of North Africa in 1943

Noel Coward and Gladys Calthrop, 1937
Noel Coward (1899 - 1973), the English playwright, actor and composer, and Gladys Calthrop, artist and stage designer. Date: 1937

Photograph showing Noel Coward (1899-1973) and Gertrude Lawrence (1898-1952) starring in Coward's repertory Tonight at Seven Thirty, which included the piece Shadow Play, Manchester, 1935

Noel Coward acts in his own play with Ann Trevor. Dressed for dinner, they peer anxiously out of a window. Date: 1923

PLAY/COWARD/CAVALCADE
A scene from Noel Coward's play. This scene is set at an English seaside town and the sophisticated set includes a beach. Date: 1931

Noel Coward and Yvonne Printemps
NOEL COWARD (1899 - 1973), actor, playwright and songwriter with the actress Yvonne Printemps. Date: 1934

NOEL COWARD Acting in his own play, The Young Idea, with Ann Trevor in 1923 Date: 1899 - 1973

Punishment of a barbaric father in Russia (colour litho)
2795702 Punishment of a barbaric father in Russia (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punishment of a barbaric father in Russia)

At the home front, illustration from La Baionnette, 2nd September 1915 (colour litho)
698850 At the home front, illustration from La Baionnette, 2nd September 1915 (colour litho) by Weiluc, Lucien Henri (Weil) (1873-1947); Private Collection; (add.info)

Noel Coward, playwright, composer, director, performer
Noel Coward, English playwright, composer, director, actor and singer, in a bowtie. Date: 1950

The Young Idea by Noel Coward, Savoy Theatre, London, a Robert Courtneidge production. Date: circa 1923

Private Lives, fashion on stage, Gertrude Lawrence
Article by Florence Roberts in The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News reporting on the fashions on stage (and in the stalls) during Noel Cowards play, Private Lives at the Phoenix Theatre

Caricature by Macmichael of Noel Coward, at that time causing a sensation with his play, The Vortex. The cartoon suggests Coward is so busy he has no time for any leisure

Miss Sketch keeps a Diary - First Night of Le Bonheur
Page from The Sketch reporting on the first night of the Charles Boyer film, Le Bonheur at the Curzon cinema. Guests include Mr and Mrs Anthony Acton, Sir Michael and Lady Pamela Berry (nee Smith)

Noel Coward in cabaret at the Cafe de Paris
Noel Coward seen during final rehearsals for his performance in cabaret at the Cafe de Paris, London, in 1951. 28th October 1951

Page from a 1931 issue of Play Pictorial with an advertisement showing Noel Coward, an alumni of the Italia Conti School, when he appeared in the production of When the Rainbow Ends 21 years earlier

Front cover of The Tatler featuring theatrical impresario Charles B. Cochran with actresses Peggy Wood and Evelyn Laye. Wood

Actors revising script before show opening, September 1939
Actors revising the script of " Design for Living" by Noel Coward before the shows opening at the Grand Theatre, Blackpool

Audience of stars at midnight performance of Charlots Revue
A galaxy of stars in the audience for the midnight performance of the first night of Charlots Revue at the Prince of Wales Theatre in April 1925

"There was an Old Person of Rhodes, who strongly objected to toads", from A Book of Nonsense
LLM386635 " There was an Old Person of Rhodes, who strongly objected to toads", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co

Herakles and Eurystheus, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S
LLM438510 Herakles and Eurystheus, illustration from Greek Vase Paintings by J. E. Harrison and D. S. MacColl, published 1894 (digitaly enhanced image) by English School

A hot day, 1876 (etching)
497602 A hot day, 1876 (etching) by Forbes, Edwin Austin (1839-95); 47.9x60.5 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: Created by Forbes, a member of the French Etching Club)

Romah Waltz, by James Coward
Promotional music sheet for the Romah Waltz of 1874 by James Coward. We can only assume that Romah was the stage name of an acrobat as he is seen here flying over the Crystal Palace where he

Catalogue cover, His Masters Voice records, December 1934
Catalogue cover, His Masters Voice records for December 1934, Gifts of Lasting Pleasure, with portraits of singers and performers. Date: 1934

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"Noel Coward: The Fearless Master of Wit and Charm" Step into the world of Noel Coward, a renowned English actor and playwright whose name has become synonymous with sophistication and wit. From his early days in Hay Fever at the Gaiety Theatre in Hastings to his iconic presence on Shaftesbury Avenue in Soho, London, Coward captivated audiences with his undeniable talent. But it wasn't just on stage where he shone; Coward's charm extended beyond the footlights. At the Chelsea Arts Ball, he shared laughter and camaraderie with fellow luminaries like Ivor Novello, leaving an indelible mark on London's artistic scene. Coward's brilliance as a writer knew no bounds. His plays like "Private Lives" and "Blithe Spirit" showcased his razor-sharp wit and ability to capture human foibles with unparalleled precision. Whether it was Queen Victoria herself or everyday individuals, Coward effortlessly brought characters to life through his words. His versatility didn't stop there; it also graced the silver screen as a naval captain in "In Which We Serve, " proving that he could excel in any medium. With each performance, he demonstrated fearlessness by diving deep into complex roles while maintaining an air of elegance that was uniquely his own. Collaborating with talented artists such as Gertrude Lawrence only further solidified Coward's status as a theatrical legend. Their partnership resulted in unforgettable moments on stage that continue to inspire generations of performers today. Through photographs captured by Sirra and Play Pictori, we catch glimpses of both the private man behind the scenes and the larger-than-life persona adored by fans worldwide. Even during quieter moments offstage or alongside dancer Vera Freeman, Noel Coward exuded charisma that was impossible to ignore. Noel Coward may have left this world physically in 1973 but his legacy lives on eternally through his timeless works.