Operetta Collection

The Yeoman of the Guard by Ws Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan
Promotional postcard for The Yeomen of the Guard by W. S. Gilbert; music Arthur Sullivan. First produced Savoy Theatre, 3rd October 1888

Gilbert & Sullivan Operas, D Oyly Carte Souvenir
D Oyly Cartes Season of Gilbert and Sullivan Operas, Souvenir Programme, Princes Theatre, London, 29 September 1919 - 31 January 1920, showing a large cast of characters from the operettas. 1919-1920

Poster advertising the D Oyly Carte Opera Company, famous for its Gilbert and Sullivan operetta productions. Pictured are scenes from The Gondoliers, The Mikado and The Yeomen of the Guard

Poster advertising HMS Pinafore, a Gilbert and Sullivan operetta. 20th century

Retro poster, Gilbert & Sullivan, D Oyly Carte
Retro poster for Gilbert & Sullivan, D Oyly Carte, character from HMS Pinafore. 1960s

La Poupee by Arthur Sturgess
Promotional postcard for La Poupee, a comic operetta by Arthur Sturgess from the French of Maurice Ordonneau (Theatre de la Gaiete, Paris, 21st October 1896); music Edmond Audran

Cincinnati Federal Theatre presents Pirates of Penzance a Gilbert & Sullivan operetta. Poster for Federal Theatre Project presentation of The Pirates of Penzance at Emery, Walnut & Parkway

Programme design, Gilbert & Sullivan, Princess Ida, Savoy Theatre, London. A respectful operatic perversion of Tennysons " Princess" in Three Acts. circa 1880s

Miss Lily Elsie, (1886-1962), The Merry Widow. c1930. Creator: Unknown
Miss Lily Elsie, (1886-1962), The Merry Widow". c1930. English actress and singer during the Edwardian era. [Foulsham & Banfield, London]

Retro poster, Gilbert & Sullivan, D Oyly Carte
Retro poster for Gilbert & Sullivan, D Oyly Carte, character from HMS Pinafore. 1960s

Design for Gilbert and Sullivan, A Dream of Patience
Design by Alice Mary Havers for Gilbert and Sullivan, Savoy Operas, A Dream of Patience. circa 1880s

The Merry Widow by Edward Morton
Promotional postcard for The Merry Widow by Edward Morton from the German of Victor Leon and Leo Stein (Theater an der Wien, Vienna, , 30th December 1905); music Franz Lehar

HMS Pinafore, Captain Corcoran and crew
HMS Pinafore. Captain Corcoran and crew of the ship. My gallant crew, good morning! Date: 1908

Lilac Time by Adrian Ross from Das Dreimaederlhaus by A. M. Willner and H. Reichert; music from the melo-dies of Franz Schubert (Raimundttheater, Vienna 15/1/1916)

The Quinlan Opera Company
Promotional postcard for The Quinlan Opera Company. Billed as The Greatest Touring Company Ever Organized. Touring to the Royal Hippodrome, Liverpool, 2nd October 1911 Figures, left to right

Les Filles Jackson et Cie operetta poster
Poster advertising the operetta " Les Filles Jackson et Cie" composed by J. Clerice, showing a scene with a lady halfway up a ships netting much to the astonishment of more conservative

Poster for The Mikado, the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta

Music. The Princess of Trebizonde, operetta by Jacques Offenbach
3434621 Music. The Princess of Trebizonde, operetta by Jacques Offenbach. Poster by Jules Cheret for the 1st show ot the Bouffes Parisiens, Paris, France, 1869

Poster, Gilbert and Sullivans operetta, Patience
Theatre poster, Gilbert and Sullivans comic operetta, Patience, showing the title character, a dairymaid

Iris Hoey and Jack Cannot, British actors, c1908. Artist: Rotary Photo
Iris Hoey and Jack Cannot, British actors, c1908. Iris Hoey (1895-1979) as Blanche Marie and Jack Cannot (c1883-1929) as Bagnolet in The Little Michus

Theatre de la Gaite Performers at Niagara Falls, from Le Petit Journal
XIR236292 Theatre de la Gaite Performers at Niagara Falls, from Le Petit Journal, 13th February 1892 (colour litho) by Meyer

Racial Type / Lady Tatters
LADY TATTERS We know nothing about this romantic light opera except for this splendid Hassall poster : looks as though it might be like My fair lady. Date: 1907

Gabrielle Ray singing in : The merry widow, c.1910 (photo)
8698423 Gabrielle Ray singing in : The merry widow, c.1910 (photo); (add.info.: Music. Classical music. Miss Gabrielle Ray singing in : The merry widow, operetta by Franz Lehar)

Emilie Mily Meyer, French soprano, 1879 (lithograph)
5893488 Emilie Mily Meyer, French soprano, 1879 (lithograph); (add.info.: Emilie Mily Meyer, French soprano, as Jacqueline in the operetta La Petite Mademoiselle (1879)

Franz Lehar. (Illustration, ca. 1910)
5975881 Franz Lehar. (Illustration, ca. 1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Music. Operette. Ballsirenen, the Sirene Ball. Waltz from the operette: The Merry Widow, by Franz Lehar)

Art. Entertainment. The Gay Parisienne, musical theatre by E. Rousden. Poster by Hyland Elis, England, 1894. (poster)
3434535 Art. Entertainment. The Gay Parisienne, musical theatre by E. Rousden. Poster by Hyland Elis, England, 1894. (poster); (add.info.: Art. Spectacle. The Gay Parisienne, comedie musicale de E)

Miss Daniel as Paquita in L'Etoile du Berger by Anicet Bourgeois and Adolphe d'Ennery
FLO4631850 Miss Daniel as Paquita in L'Etoile du Berger by Anicet Bourgeois and Adolphe d'Ennery, Theatre de l'Ambigu Comique, 1846

The Grand Duchess of Gerolstein, operetta by Jacques Offenbach, c.1900 (chromo)
1790183 The Grand Duchess of Gerolstein, operetta by Jacques Offenbach, c.1900 (chromo); (add.info.: the grand duchess of Gerolstein, operetta by Jacques Offenbach (1867)); Photo © CCI.

Marguerite Ugalde, French mezzo-soprano, 1883 (lithograph)
5893496 Marguerite Ugalde, French mezzo-soprano, 1883 (lithograph); (add.info.: Marguerite Ugalde, French mezzo-soprano, as Falka in the operetta Le Droit d'Ainesse by Chassaigne)

Concert in a Opera Garnier c1890 (engraving)
NWI4869469 Concert in a Opera Garnier c1890 (engraving); (add.info.: Colour engraving of the 19th century); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Woman in fancy dress costume as Miss Helyett, with large hat, blue coat, pink ribbon, and tartan skirt
FLO4684529 Woman in fancy dress costume as Miss Helyett, with large hat, blue coat, pink ribbon, and tartan skirt. Miss Helyett was a comic operetta by Edmond Audran first performed in 1890

Mizzi Gunther, Bohemian opera singer (b/w photo)
8672246 Mizzi Gunther, Bohemian opera singer (b/w photo) by Austrian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mizzi Gunther (1879-1961), Bohemian opera singer, in The Merry Widow

The poor millionaire. (engraving, circa 1913)
5975841 The poor millionaire. (engraving, circa 1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: music. Operetta. Elegant man surrounded by pretty women in the Belle Epoque)

Music. Classical music. The composer Andre Messager. Imagery, France, c.1900 (photo)
3433720 Music. Classical music. The composer Andre Messager. Imagery, France, c.1900 (photo); (add.info.: Imagerie, France, debut 20eme. Coll. Part. Music. Classical music)

Gabrielle d'Estrees, mistress of Henry IV of France, 1595. Costume from a staging of James Robinson Plane's
FLO4656526 Gabrielle d'Estrees, mistress of Henry IV of France, 1595. Costume from a staging of James Robinson Plane's operetta " The Fair Gabrielle," 1822

The daughter of Mrs Angot , operetta by Charles Lecocq, c.1900 (chromo)
1790187 The daughter of Mrs Angot , operetta by Charles Lecocq, c.1900 (chromo); (add.info.: The daughter of Mrs Angot , operetta by Charles Lecocq (1872)); Photo © CCI.

Cleopatra VII. (illustration 1923)
5975792 Cleopatra VII. (illustration 1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Story. Ancient Egypt. Queen Cleopatra VII. Sheet music cover: Die Perlen der Cleopatra, operette by Oskar Strauss, Germany)

Miss Emma as Felina in L'Etoile du Berger by Anicet Bourgeois and Adolphe d'Ennery
FLO4631864 Miss Emma as Felina in L'Etoile du Berger by Anicet Bourgeois and Adolphe d'Ennery, Theatre de l'Ambigu Comique, 1846

William Henry Smith (1825-1891)
863457 William Henry Smith (1825-1891); (add.info.: William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician

Albert Brasseur, 1909 (illustration)
2248486 Albert Brasseur, 1909 (illustration); (add.info.: Litterature. Theatre. Coll. Part. Literature. Theatre. The french actor Albert Brasseur)

Naima Wifstrand, the Actress, 1922. Creator: Christian Krohg
Naima Wifstrand, the Actress, 1922

Mikado, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Mikado, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Patience, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Patience, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Mikado, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City Presents - The Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Co. in - "Mikado"'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Mikado, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City Presents - The Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company in a 6 Day Festival Under the Big Tent...Mikado - [HMS] Pinafore & Trial by Jury - Pirates of

H.M.S. Pinafore, New York, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
H.M.S. Pinafore, New York, [193-]. The Federal Theatre Presents - Gilbert & Sullivan's Popular Operetta...All Star Cast of 60 Artists - Augmented Orchestra of 20 - Star Casino'

The Mikado Swing, San Diego, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Mikado Swing, San Diego, [193-]. Premiere Showing'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935

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Step into the enchanting world of operetta, where music and comedy intertwine to create a delightful theatrical experience. From the iconic Gilbert & Sullivan Operas to the cherished D'Oyly Carte Souvenirs, this genre has captured hearts for generations. Immerse yourself in the magic with a poster advertising HMS Pinafore, transporting you to a time when Captain Corcoran and his crew sailed through captivating melodies. The D'Oyly Carte Opera Company takes center stage on another poster, showcasing their unparalleled talent and dedication to preserving these timeless masterpieces. Discover hidden gems like La Poupee by Arthur Sturgess or witness the Cincinnati Federal Theatre's rendition of Pirates of Penzance, bringing giddy laughter and swashbuckling adventures to life. A retro poster featuring Gilbert & Sullivan and D'Oyly Carte reminds us of their enduring legacy that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Celebrate legendary performers such as Miss Lily Elsie, whose portrayal in The Merry Widow left an indelible mark on operetta history. With her grace and charm, she embodied the essence of this beloved art form during its golden era. Marvel at programme designs for Gilbert & Sullivan's Princess Ida or lose yourself in the whimsical world depicted in A Dream of Patience. These intricate designs transport us beyond reality into realms filled with joyous melodies and unforgettable characters. Finally, let Edward Morton's depiction of The Merry Widow whisk you away into a romantic tale full of elegance and allure. As you delve deeper into operetta's rich tapestry, it becomes clear why this genre remains eternally cherished - its ability to transport us from our everyday lives into worlds brimming with music-filled enchantment is truly unmatched.