Lyceum Collection

Sherlock Holmes theatre poster
Theatre poster advertising a four-part drama of Sherlock Holmes, playing at the Grand Theatre in Halifax, the show travelling from the Lyceum Theatre in London

The Lyceum Club, 1908
The Lyceum Club, formed in 1903 for the purpose of bringing together the cultured women of the world for mutual knowledge and understanding, for the furtherance of their intellectual interests

Seven Days Leave, Lyceum Theatre, Strand, London
Seven Days Leave, a new play by Walter Howard, at the Lyceum Theatre, Strand, London. With Alfred Paumier as Captain Fielding, Annie Saker as Lady Mary, and Leslie Carter as Colonel Sharrow

A Tale of Two Cities
A tale of two cities staged at the Lyceum Theatre, London Date: 1860

Caricature of Edgar Bruce, actor-manager
Caricature of Tom Mead (1821-1889), English actor, frequently cast as the villain because of his deep voice. In 1882 he played the role of the Apothecary in Henry Irvings production of Romeo

Pool Championships
An overview of the British Pool Championships, Lyceum, Strand, London. Date: 1984

Bram Stoker, novelist and theatre manager
Bram Stoker, novelist and short story writer, best known for the gothic novel Dracula (1897). He was also theatre manager for Henry Irving at the Lyceum Theatre, London

Seating / Lycuem & Strand
Plans showing the layout of seating available for booking at the Lyceum and Strand Theatres with prices ranging from Boxes to the Gallery via stalls, circles & the pit

Tennyson's " The Cup" performed at the Lyceum by Henry Irving and Ellen Terry, 1881
NWI4759704 Tennyson's " The Cup" performed at the Lyceum by Henry Irving and Ellen Terry, 1881.; (add.info)

The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1757: The Colonnade of the Athenian Lyceum, 1757. Creator: Giuseppe Pozzi
The Prima Macchina for the Chinea of 1757: The Colonnade of the Athenian Lyceum, 1757

The School of Athens Arcades, for the "Chinea" Festival, 1757. Creator: Giuseppe Pozzi
The School of Athens Arcades, for the "Chinea" Festival, 1757

Sir Henry Irving, actor, after a rehearsal of Ravenswood
Sir Henry Irving, actor manager, after a rehearsal of Ravenswood, a play by Herman Merivale, based on the story of the Bride of Lammermoor - he played the lead role of Edgar, Master of Ravenswood

Tilly Losch (1903-1975), also known as Ottilie Herbert, and later Countess of Carnarvon, was an Austrian dancer, actress and painter

The Miracle at the Lyceum Theatre
Scenes from Max Reinhardt's production of The Miracle at the Lyceum Theatre, a story told entirely in mime. Inset is Lady Diana Duff Cooper (1892-1986) as the Madonna. Date: 1932

Photograph of Iris Hoey, actress (1885-1979), theatrical studio portrait. From a section, Pretty pantomime stars in London and the Provinces: this year's galaxy of beauty'

The Blue Mazurka - George Graves
The Blue Mazurka English book by Monkton Hoffe from the German Die Blaue Mazur of Leo Stein & Bela Jenbach; music Franz Lehar (Theater an der Wien, Vienna, 28/5/1920)

Dame Alice Ellen Terry (1847 - 1928), English actress who became the leading Shakespearean actress in Britain. Date: 1901

The Savoy Steps, by the old Lyceum Theatre, Strand, now demolished, c. 1920s (etching)
810327 The Savoy Steps, by the old Lyceum Theatre, Strand, now demolished, c.1920s (etching) by Strang, Ian (1886-1952); Private Collection; (add.info)

Edmond Rostands Play, "Cyrano de Bergerac, "at the Lyceum (litho)
1606234 Edmond Rostands Play, " Cyrano de Bergerac, " at the Lyceum (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Rostands Play)

Shaksperes "Cymbeline"at the Lyceum (engraving)
1605805 Shaksperes " Cymbeline" at the Lyceum (engraving) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shaksperes " Cymbeline" at the Lyceum)

Scene from the New Play of "Ravenswood", at the Lyceum (engraving)
1596728 Scene from the New Play of " Ravenswood", at the Lyceum (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Peter the Great, "the New Play at the Lyceum (litho)
1615070 " Peter the Great, " the New Play at the Lyceum (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Peter the Great)

"Coriolanus"at the Lyceum (litho)
1593555 " Coriolanus" at the Lyceum (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Coriolanus" at the Lyceum)

Well-to-do theatregoers leave the London Lyceum after a performance, 1881 (engraving)
3245538 Well-to-do theatregoers leave the London Lyceum after a performance, 1881 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

The Lyceum (litho)
6020344 The Lyceum (litho) by Pennell, Joseph (1858-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lyceum. Illustration for Charing Cross to St Pauls (Seeley, 1893).); © Look and Learn

"Romeo and Juliet, "at the Lyceum (litho)
1100256 " Romeo and Juliet, " at the Lyceum (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Romeo and Juliet, " at the Lyceum)

Macbeth at the Lyceum (litho)
1063792 Macbeth at the Lyceum (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Macbeth at the Lyceum)

The Storming of Seringapatam, painted by Robert Ker Porter, panorama at the Lyceum, Strand, London (engraving)
585824 The Storming of Seringapatam, painted by Robert Ker Porter, panorama at the Lyceum, Strand, London (engraving) by English School

The Padre, adapted by Jose G Levy, first produced at the Lyceum Theatre, Strand, London, 22 May 1926, from Mon Cure Chez Les Riches by Andre de Lorde, Pierre Chaine and Clement Vautel

Edmund Payne as Max Moddelkopf and Happy Fanny Fields as Mitzi in The Girls of Gottenberg by George Grossmith and L E Berman; with music Ivan Caryll and Lionel Monckton

Ally Sloper Award of Merit, mock certificate made out to Joseph Hurst, Box Office Manager at the Lyceum Theatre, London. Date: 1894

Irene, a musical comedy by James Montgomery, music by Harry Tierney. First produced in England at the Empire Theatre, London, 7 April 1920. Touring to the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield. Date: 1920s

Madame Sans-Gene by Victorien Sardou and Emile Moreau. First produced Theatre du Vaudeville, Paris, 27th October 1893.Henry Irving starred in J

Complimentary Dinner to Mr Henry Irving at St Jamess Hall (engraving)
1107087 Complimentary Dinner to Mr Henry Irving at St Jamess Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cartoon, F W Irish, actor
Cartoon, F W Irish (Warm). He appeared alongside Henry Irving in various productions at the Lyceum Theatre, London. 1883

Cartoon portrait, Mr Charles Abud, Acting Manager, Lyceum Theatre, London. 1885

Cartoon, Miss Mary Anderson, actress - The good girl who would give up her play to go to church. 1885

Poster, One of the Best, Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield, Yorkshire. 1896

Poster, Madame Sans-Gene, Lyceum Theatre, London

William Terriss as King Henry VIII
William Terriss (1847-1897), English actor, as King Henry VIII in the Shakespeare play of the same title in production at the Lyceum Theatre, London. 1892

Pantomimes in London (engraving)
1601875 Pantomimes in London (engraving) by Crowquill, Alfred (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantomimes in London. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1853)

"Madame Sans-Gene, "at the Lyceum, Madame Sans-Gene (Miss Ellen Terry) in her Laundry (litho)
1597379 " Madame Sans-Gene, " at the Lyceum, Madame Sans-Gene (Miss Ellen Terry) in her Laundry (litho) by Hopkins

Mrs Patrick Campbell as Juliet, at the Lyceum, Act III, Scene 5 (engraving)
1100270 Mrs Patrick Campbell as Juliet, at the Lyceum, Act III, Scene 5 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Patrick Campbell as Juliet, at the Lyceum)

"Coriolanus"at the Lyceum, Volumnia and the Roman Ladies pleading with Coriolanus not to March on Rome
1040333 " Coriolanus" at the Lyceum, Volumnia and the Roman Ladies pleading with Coriolanus not to March on Rome, Act III (litho) by Paget

"King Arthur"at the Lyceum (engraving)
1039241 " King Arthur" at the Lyceum (engraving) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " King Arthur" at the Lyceum)

The return of Mr Henry Irving to the Lyceum, a few words after the performance of Faust (engraving)
1064413 The return of Mr Henry Irving to the Lyceum, a few words after the performance of Faust (engraving) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Return of Sir Henry Irving, M Sardous "Robespierre"at the Lyceum (litho)
1051732 The Return of Sir Henry Irving, M Sardous " Robespierre" at the Lyceum (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Sir Henry Irving)

View of the Town and Port of Liverpool (engraving)
1610290 View of the Town and Port of Liverpool (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Town and Port of Liverpool)

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The Lyceum, a place of theatrical wonder and cultural significance, has left an indelible mark on the history of entertainment. From the iconic Sherlock Holmes theatre poster to the vibrant atmosphere of The Lyceum Club in 1908, this institution has been a hub for artistic expression. One cannot forget the enchanting production of "Seven Days Leave" at the Lyceum Theatre in Strand, London. Audiences were captivated by its gripping storyline and stellar performances that transported them into another world. Just like Charles Dickens' timeless masterpiece "A Tale of Two Cities, " this theater brought stories to life with unparalleled grandeur. Caricatures adorned its walls, depicting Edgar Bruce, an actor-manager who breathed life into countless characters. The Pool Championships held here showcased not only talent but also camaraderie among performers and patrons alike. Bram Stoker, renowned novelist and theater manager extraordinaire, graced these hallowed halls with his presence. His visionary leadership ensured that every seat in the Lyceum & Strand was filled with eager spectators ready to be enthralled by unforgettable performances. Sir Henry Irving's commanding presence reverberated through these corridors after intense rehearsals for Ravenswood. His dedication to his craft inspired generations of actors who followed in his footsteps. Tilly Losch's graceful movements on stage mesmerized audiences during "The Miracle" at the Lyceum Theatre. Her ethereal performance left spectators spellbound as they witnessed her artistry unfold before their eyes. Iris Hoey's photograph captured her beauty and talent perfectly - just one shining star among many in London's theatrical landscape. These luminous personalities illuminated stages across both city and country during pantomime seasons year after year. The Lyceum remains a testament to creativity and passion within the performing arts industry. Its legacy continues to inspire artists from all walks of life as they strive to create magic under its historic roof.