Operetta Collection (page 8)

Merrie England by Basil Hood
Promotional postcard for Merrie England by Basil Hood; music Edward German. First produced at the Savoy Theatre, 2nd April 1902

George Grossmith as Gilbert & Sullivans The Mikado
George Grossmith in the role of Gilbert & Sullivans The Mikado, Emperor of Japan. 1885

Kitty Grey adapted by J Smyth Pigott
Kitty Grey adapted by J. Smyth Pigott from Les Fetards by Antony Mars and Maurice Hennequin (1897); music Lionel Monckton et. al. First produced at the Apollo Theatre, 7th September 1901

Indiana by H B Farnie
Promotional flyer for Indiana by H. B. Farnie; music Edmond Audran. First produced at the Avenue Theatre, London 11th October 1886

H Ms Pinafore by Ws Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan
Promotional postcard for H. M. S. Pinafore by W. S. Gilbert; music Arthur Sullivan.First produced at the Opera Comique Theatre, 25th May 1878. For the Windsor Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society

The Gipsy Princess adapted by Arthur Miller and Arthur Stanley from the original by Leo Stein & Bela Jenbach; music Emmerich Kalman (Johann Strausstheater, Vienna, 17th November 1915)

Sir Henry Alfred Lytton, English actor and singer
Sir Henry Alfred Lytton (1865-1936), English actor and singer famous for his roles in Gilbert and Sullivan operettas at the Savoy Theatre. Date: early 20th century

Ivy Tresmand (1898 - 1980), actress and singer. Appearing in Dalys production of the part of Frou-Frou in The Merry Widow. Date: 1923

Scene from The Sorcerer, Gilbert and Sullivan
Scene from The Sorcerer, operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan, at the Opera Comique. The central characters are, presumably, Alexis and Aline (in bridal gown)

Miss Ivy Tresmand by Madame Yevonde
Miss Ivy Tresmand (1898-1980) by Madame Yevonde. She was an actress and singer appearing mainly in musical theatre. In 1921 she was appearing in an operetta entitled Sybil at Dalys Theatre

Maud Branscombe, actress and singer
Maud (or Maude) Branscombe, actress and light opera singer. She performed in New York and London. Date: circa 1870s

Sir Arthur Sullivan
SIR ARTHUR SEYMOUR SULLIVAN English composer, organist and choirmaster. Collaborated with Ws Gilbert on series of highly successful comic operas Date: c. 1880

Anna Judic Photo
ANNA JUDIC French singer, queen of operetta, especially associated with the works of Offenbach : photo about 1875. Date: 1850 - 1910

Home Sweet home - 2
The interior of the home of writer John Howard Payne, whose song Home, sweet home featured in an operetta. Date: 1823

Home Sweet home - 1
The exterior of the home of writer John Howard Payne, whose song Home, sweet home featured in an operetta. Date: 1823

MIKADO, c1938. Poster for a Federal Theatre Project production of Mikado by Gilbert and Sullivan in Cincinnati, Ohio. Silkscreen, c1938

Poster advertising Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss the Younger, for a
XAM79050 Poster advertising Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss the Younger, for a performance at the Vienna State Opera House, 28th October 1894 (litho) by Austrian School

Cover for the piano and singing parts of La Grande Duchesse de Gerolstein
XJF468583 Cover for the piano and singing parts of La Grande Duchesse de Gerolstein, words by Henri Meilhac and Ludovis Halevy and music by J

Hortense Schneider (1833-1920) in the role of the Grand Duchess in La Grande
XIR231751 Hortense Schneider (1833-1920) in the role of the Grand Duchess in La Grande Duchesse de Gerolstein by Jacques Offenbach (1819-90) 1874 (oil on canvas) by Perignon

Ambroise Thomas (1811-96) illustration from The Lure of Music by Olin Downes
KW226900 Ambroise Thomas (1811-96) illustration from The Lure of Music by Olin Downes, 1922 (litho) by Emerson, Chase (1874-1922); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The Dressing Room of Hortense Schneider (1833-1920) at the Theatre des Varietes, 1873
XIR124054 The Dressing Room of Hortense Schneider (1833-1920) at the Theatre des Varietes, 1873 (w/c on paper) by Morin, Edmond (1824-82); Chateau de Compiegne, Oise

OPERETTA COSTUME. Costume design by Theoni V. Aldredge for a 1974 New York City Opera production of Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss II. The design reflects French fashion, c1914

OPERETTA COSTUMES. Design by Theoni V. Aldredge for a 1974 New York City Opera production of Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss II

OPERETTA COSTUME. Design by Theoni V. Aldredge for a 1974 New York City Opera production of Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss II. The design draws on French fashion, c1914

STAGE: GERMAN OFFICER. Unidentified Amrican actor photographed as Prince Schwepps in the Lillian Russell Opera Company production An American Beauty, early 1890s

STAGE: GERMAN OFFICER. Unidentified American actor photographed in the part of Prince Schwepps in the Lillian Russel Opera Companys production of An American Beauty, early 1890s

Corneville-les-Cloches, Eure, France - The Bells. Date: 1914

Miss Gabrielle Ray in The Merry Widow
Miss Gabrielle Ray (1883-1973), English actress, dancer and singer in The Merry Widow, an operetta by the AustroHungarian composer Franz Lehar

French lithograph poster for Johann Strauss operetta, Die Fledermaus, 1904
STRAUSS: DIE FLEDERMAUS. French lithograph poster for Johann Strauss operetta, " Die Fledermaus", 1904

Ideal and Real : William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), as Secretary of State for War as he might be seen by the Germans, and how he really was

William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician. He joined his fathers newsagent business in 1846 and introduced the selling of books

William Henry Smith (1825-1891), son of William Henry Smith (1792-1865), English businessman and politician. He joined his fathers newsagent business in 1846 and introduced the selling of books

Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809), Lo speziale (The Apothecary), operetta, 1768, frontispiece
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809), Lo speziale (The Apothecary), operetta, 1768. Frontispiece

OPERA: GRAND DUCHESS, 1867. Scene from an 1867 performance of Jacques Offenbachs operetta The Grand Duchess of Gerolstein, at the Royal Italian Opera House, Covent Garden, London, England

Cincinnati Federal Theatre presents Mikado a Gilbert & Sullivan operetta. Poster for Federal Theatre Project presentation of Mikado at the Emery, Walnut & Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio

Adah Richmonds Operetta Bouffe Troupe. Date c1878

Poster advertising The Sorrows of Satan

THE PEASANT GIRL, 1915. Emma Trentini and Clifton Crawford in Rudolf Frilms musical The Peasant Girl, 1915

Edwardian performers in oriental costume, Mid Wales
A group of Edwardian performers in oriental costume, with fans and parasols, probably somewhere in Mid Wales. The most likely production would be The Mikado, by Gilbert and Sullivan

Mikado cast members with sailor
Six female cast members of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera, The Mikado, with a man in a sailor suit who looks as if hes wandered in from HMS Pinafore

Seven Mikado cast members
Seven cast members of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera, The Mikado -- six women and one man. The women are wearing kimonos and holding fans, and one has an open parasol over her shoulder

Mikado cast members in kimonos with fans
Six female cast members of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera, The Mikado, wearing their kimonos and brandishing their fans

Music cover for Godfreys Chilperic Quadrille
Music cover for Charles Godfreys Chilperic Quadrille, based on airs from Herves popular opera buffa (or operetta) Chilperic

Music cover for Chilperic Quadrilles
Music cover for the Chilperic Quadrilles, based on airs from Herves opera buffa (or operetta) Chilperic, arranged (probably for piano) by C H R Marriott

Miss Lily Elsie, The Merry Widow
The popular English actress, Lily Elsie here in the role of Franz Lehars operetta, The Merry Widow

Poster advertising the Pirates of Penzance
Poster advertising a production of The Pirates of Penzance, a comic operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan

Merry Widow Hat
Beautiful young lady wearing a rather large, plume laden hat - a style that became known as the " Merry Widow" after a hat worn by Lily Elsie in the operetta of the same name

Merry Widow Hat C. 1910
Beautiful young lady wearing a rather large, plume laden hat - a style that became known as the " Merry Widow" after a hat worn by Lily Elsie in the operetta of the same name

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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.