Performances Collection

WAGNER, Richard (1813-1883). Parsifal. Poster by Regg advertising the performances at the Zurich Opera (1913). Painting;

Advert / Verdi Opera 1953
Verdi Festival at Verona, in the course of which we shall watch performances of Aida, Il Trovatore and La Forza del Destino

Illustration, jazz band, six men wearing bow ties and waistcoats playing trumpet, trombone, drums, clarinet, banjo and double bass, front view

Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) cubs playing, Vosges, France, May

Circus scene. Illustration by G鲡rd Laplau (1938-2009)
Circus scene. Illustration by G鲡 rd Laplau (1938-2009). Naive art. Painting

Snake charmer playing flute-like instrument, snake emerging from basket in front

Bertram Mills Circus
A centaur style illustration, featuring a clown and a circus horse, adorn the cover of a programme for performances at Olympia, London

Handbill advertising a performance of Hamlet at the Theatre, Leeds
5917334 Handbill advertising a performance of Hamlet at the Theatre, Leeds, 9th November 1843 (print) by English School, (19th century)

Gertie Millar. Actress. One the most famous English singer-actresses the early 20th century, known for her performances in Edwardian musical comedies

Leicester Square Looking Towards the Empire Theatre
The Empire Theatre in Leicester Square, now the Empire cinema, illuminated at night during a season of performances by the celebrated Russian ballet

Jullien at Covent Garden
Jullien conducts a concert at Covent Garden Theatre, featuring not only his own concert orchestra but no less than four military bands !

Violin Concerto 1898
the Violin Concerto

Anna Pavlova and Marius Petipa
Anna Pavlova (1881 -1931) elegantly striking a pose under the watchful eyes of her long running admirer the great Marius Petipa (1818 1910). Date: circa 1905

Illustration, string quartet, four sitting men in tuxedos playing two violins, a viola and cello, front view

The Dolly Sisters performing their Persian Dance 1921
The Dolly Sisters as they perform their Persian dance in the " League of Notions", a popular revue at the New Oxford

Strauss Wood Concert
A concert conducted by Richard Strauss and Henry Wood held at the Queens Hall, London

A portrait of the American dancer Ruth St Denis, 1929 in her Burmese dance seen during a long period of performances in California Date: 1929

Red jets flying in formation spewing coloured smoke behind them

Secular Games held in Rome
The Secular Games (Ludi Saeculares) are held in Rome to commemorate a 100-year span of Roman history. Despite their name, the Games were a religious celebration involving sacrifices

The Castel Sant Angelo, Rome, with Townsfolk watching a Firework Display at Night
7074554 The Castel Sant Angelo, Rome, with Townsfolk watching a Firework Display at Night (oil on panel) by Nieulandt, Willem van (1584-1635); 51x67 cm; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

From the forest to the laid table (colour litho)
2778188 From the forest to the laid table (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the forest to the laid table)

Spotlight operator, Maskelynes Theatre, London
Spotlight operator, Maskelynes Theatre, Langham Place, London. Date: circa 1930s

Old Vic threatre
The Victoria Theatre, better known as the Old Vic : at this time dedicated to performances of Shakespeare, and of opera in english. Date: circa 1930

BERNSTEIN, Leonard (1918-1990). American composer, pianist and conductor. Candide, musical comedy. Poster advertising the performances

Programme for Exeter Hall, London, 1852
Concert given by the new Philharmonic Society, including performances by Silas, Sivori and Piatti. Date: 24th March 1852

The Barnum and Bailey Show Programme, 1897
Front cover of the Barnum and Bailey Show programme for the 1897 performances at Olympia, London

Philharmonic Society
The orchestra of the Philharmonic Society performs at the Hanover Square Concert Rooms, London

Gil Vicente at the court of King Manuel I of Portugal (colour litho)
8672915 Gil Vicente at the court of King Manuel I of Portugal (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Summer Olympics at the Panathenaic Stadium, Athens, Greece 1896 (b/w photo)
7078888 Summer Olympics at the Panathenaic Stadium, Athens, Greece 1896 (b/w photo); Prismatic Pictures .

Actress Ellen Terry as Rosamund in Lord Tennyson's, Becket (engraving)
8631610 Actress Ellen Terry as Rosamund in Lord Tennyson's, Becket (engraving) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ancient Greek Female Costume (litho)
8637102 Ancient Greek Female Costume (litho) by Smith, John Moyr (1839-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Figure wearing himation so as to show the two thicknesses of the cloth (diplois)

Prima donna (colour litho)
8635665 Prima donna (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prima donna. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Chariot racing in the Circus Maximus, ancient Rome (litho)
8663566 Chariot racing in the Circus Maximus, ancient Rome (litho) by Forti, Ettore (1850-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chariot racing in the Circus Maximus, ancient Rome)

Group dance at the Wigman School (b/w photo)
8672790 Group dance at the Wigman School (b/w photo) by Richter, Ursula (1886-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group dance at the Wigman School)

Pastimes of Our King, at the Braemar Games (b/w photo)
8671619 Pastimes of Our King, at the Braemar Games (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pastimes of Our King, at the Braemar Games)

Professor Wiljalba Frikell's Christmas entertainments (engraving)
8676670 Professor Wiljalba Frikell's Christmas entertainments (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Interior of the Britannia Theatre, Hoxton, London (engraving)
8676667 Interior of the Britannia Theatre, Hoxton, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Britannia Theatre, Hoxton, London)

Theatre in the Year 2000 (chromolitho)
8677554 Theatre in the Year 2000 (chromolitho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theatre in the Year 2000)

The Honourable Artillery Company (colour photo)
8669942 The Honourable Artillery Company (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Honourable Artillery Company)

Performance of Hansel and Gretel, Botanic Gardens, Regent's Park, London (litho)
8672112 Performance of Hansel and Gretel, Botanic Gardens, Regent's Park, London (litho) by Pegram, Frederick (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performance of Hansel and Gretel)

Queen Victoria's visit to North Wales (engraving)
8677021 Queen Victoria's visit to North Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Victoria's visit to North Wales)

Cover of the first volume of Punch, 17 July 1841 (litho)
8675778 Cover of the first volume of Punch, 17 July 1841 (litho) by Henning, Archibald (d.1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of the first volume of Punch, 17 July 1841)

Mr Punch portrayed by different hands (litho)
8675782 Mr Punch portrayed by different hands (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Punch portrayed by different hands)

The London Irish Rifles wearing the caubeen (colour photo)
8668617 The London Irish Rifles wearing the caubeen (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London Irish Rifles wearing the caubeen)

Dipping the standard in salute (colour photo)
8668607 Dipping the standard in salute (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dipping the standard in salute)

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)

Art. Entertainment. Le Carillon, cabaret in Paris. Poster by Grun, France, c.1895 (poster)
3434489 Art. Entertainment. Le Carillon, cabaret in Paris. Poster by Grun, France, c.1895 (poster); (add.info.: Art. Spectacle. Coll. Part. Art. Entertainment. Le Carillon, cabaret in Paris)

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"Captivating Performances: From Operas to Circuses, Theatre to Dance" Step into the world with this captivating collection of images. Transport yourself back to 1953 and experience the magic of an advert for a Verdi Opera. The grandeur and emotion that filled the air during those shows is truly unforgettable. Delve further into history as we explore Wagner's mesmerizing compositions. His music has stood the test of time, leaving audiences in awe since the 19th century. In a completely different setting, witness adorable red fox cubs frolicking in Vosges, France. Their playful antics are like a performance all on their own, showcasing nature's beauty. Take a peek behind the scenes at a circus scene illustrated by Gérard Laplau. The vibrant colors and lively atmosphere bring this enchanting world to life before your eyes. Marvel at the skill of a snake charmer playing his flute-like instrument while coaxing out a majestic serpent from its basket. This ancient art form continues to captivate audiences around the globe. Discover old-world charm with Bertram Mills Circus handbill advertising Hamlet at Leeds Theatre. The anticipation and excitement surrounding live theater can be felt through every word on that piece of paper. Gertie Millar, an accomplished actress known for her talent and grace, takes center stage in our next image. Her performances left spectators spellbound as she effortlessly brought characters to life. Leicester Square Looking Towards Empire Theatre provides us with a glimpse into bustling London nightlife during its heyday. The lights shining bright against the night sky beckon you towards unforgettable performances within those walls. Jullien at Covent Garden transports us back even further in time when concerts were held amidst opulent surroundings. Imagine being part of an audience enraptured by beautiful melodies performed by talented musicians.