Performers Collection

Advert, Four Famous Singers
Advertisement for the Singer Sewing Machine - Four Famous Singers - Adelina Patti, Christina Nilsson, Emma Albani and the sewing machine! circa 1895

The Dolly Sisters, New York
The Dolly Sisters in the Greenwich Village Follies, New York, 1924. Photograph by Alfred Cheney Johnston 1924

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL KURIOS PREVIEW
Performers are seen during a media preview of Cirque du Soleil production KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities at the Entertainment Quarter in Sydney, Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Pantomime Characters, Commedia dell Arte - Clown, Harlequin, Columbine and Pantaloon. 19th century

George Walker and Ada Overton Walker in In Dahomey
Miss Ada Overton Walker and Mr George Walker, performing " The Tsar of Dixie" a song in the play In Dahomey at the Shaftesbury Theatre in 1903

Horsemen filming Robin of Sherwood, Cornwall
Three horsemen in demon costume, filming the TV series Robin of Sherwood near St Michaels Mount, Cornwall. Date: 1980s

Group photo, Jubilee Singers of Fisk University, USA
Group photo of the Jubilee Singers of Fisk University, Nashville, Tennessee, USA. They were an African-American a cappella ensemble who toured

The Dolly Sisters, Paris
The Dolly Sisters wearing creations by Jean Patou in La Valse Lumineuse, Paris En Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925 1925

Harlequin and Columbine, with orchestra
Harlequin and Columbine dancing on a stage, with an orchestra in the pit. 20th century

The Dolly Sisters wearing Lucile gowns in the I Love Thou Lovest number, League of Notions, London, 1921 1921

Southwark Fair / Hogarth
Southwark Fair Various performers compete to attract the publics attention

Drummer Gene Krupa
United States: c. 1947 Jazz drummer and compser Gene Krupa playing the drums

Dolly Sisters and chorus in Diamond tableaux
The Dolly Sisters wearing creations by Jean Patou and chorus in the tableaux La Mine Diamants (Diamond Mine), Paris En Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925 1925

Music cover for Two Marionettes Polka, composed by May Ostlere. Two puppets (without strings!) are depicted dancing on a small stage, framed by red and gold curtains

Lion dance performers, Chinese New Year, Quan Am Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

George Formby
Entertainer George Formby (1904-1961) and his wife Beryl Formby, nee Ingham (1901-1960), also a variety artist. Date: 1940

Tamara Karsavina and Michel Fokine in The Firebird, 1910 (b / w photo)
XJF342482 Tamara Karsavina and Michel Fokine in The Firebird, 1910 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf
California: c. 1953 Dean Martin appears to get the best of Jerry Lewis with his hand grabbing the top of the golf club

Graceful Line Of Beach Dancers
Long Beach, California: March 16, 1934. Dancers trained by Lillian Newman staging an outdoor tableux on the beach

Sketch of the Dolly Sisters, Paris
Illustration of the Dolly Sisters by Zig for a promotional leaflet for Paris - New York, Casino de Paris, 1927 1927

Moroccan dancer
Exotic Moroccan Dancer and entourage of backing clappers!

The Windmill Theatre, 1940
Eric Woodburn, seated at the piano, rehearses along with the girls of the Revudeville company at the Windmill Theatre, London. 1940

Little Tich
LITTLE TICH (Harry Relph) Music hall entertainer (1867 - 1928), pictured in a school-themed costume with mortar board. Date: c.1905

Gaiety Girl / 1904
A Gaiety girl, one of the regular performers at the Gaiety Theatre

Aswad and 10cc at Penwith, Cornwall
Members of the reggae band Aswad and the rock band 10cc at Penwith, Cornwall, during an open air concert. 1983

Rowing Match at Richmond, Surrey, (Birthday of the Duke of Clarence) (w / c on paper)
474050 Rowing Match at Richmond, Surrey, (Birthday of the Duke of Clarence) (w/c on paper) by Cleveley, Robert (1747-1809); 52.9x36.2 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

The Diving Belles music hall divers and aquatic acrobats
The Diving Belles led by Daphne ?appearing in an elaborate sea cave scena Mermaids in Shells with clever and original tricks and fancy diving?

Victorian Scrap showing Circus Performers in a Big Top Circus Ring, including a lady balancing on a performing horse and a clown holding a hoop. Date: circa 1880s

The Pain-Proof Man & Captain Ringman Jack - Ripley s
Arthur Plumhoff The Human Pincushion - The Pain-Proof Man (left) and Captain Ringman Jack, who lifted weights through holes through his breasts

Russia; St. Petersburg; Prince Sigfried dancing with the Swan in the performance of Tchaikovsky s
Russia; St. Petersburg; Prince Sigfried dancing with the Swan in the performance of Tchaikovskys Swan Lake

Laura Knight at the circus
Dame Laura Knight, DBE (1877 - 1970) - English painter pictured sketching Bronette and Gonzalis, the lady aerialists at Olympia circus

Ballet Dancer Robert Helpmann as Hamlet
Ballet Dancer Robert Helpmann (1909-1986) as Hamlet - London, New Theatre - Old Vic Production. Date: circa 1942

The wailing women, 1922. Creator: Henry Traut
The wailing women, 1922. Paula Rendl as Mary Magdalene, Martha Veit as the Virgin Mary, Melchior Breitsamter as St John: players in the Oberammergau Passion Play

Costume design for the Dolly Sisters
Costume design for a green outfit by Jean Le Seyeux for the Dolly Sisters in A vol d oiseau, Edouard VII Theatre, Paris, 1923 1923

Portrait of the Dolly Sisters, Paris
The Dolly Sisters in Paris En Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925. Photograph by R. Sobol. 1925

Sangers Circus cyclist, Haverfordwest, South Wales
A lady cyclist (probably a man in drag), one of the performers with Sangers Circus during a visit to Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales

EyeUbiquitous_20100361
Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh Fringe Festival of the Arts 2010, Street performers and crowds on the Royal Mile, mime performer with child putting money in a jar

Cartoon, The Church and Stage Guild -- Playful Kittens! The Church and Stage Guild was formed in May 1879, with a view to breaking down prejudice against the theatre and its performers

Bird Millman
Jennadean Engleman - famous name (Bird Millman ODay) (1890 1940), Tightrope walker one of the most celebrated high-wire performers

Life by Maurice Cowan and Fred Rome
Life revue by Maurice Cowan & Fred Rome; music Frederick Chappelle. First produced Hippodrome, Portsmouth, 3th May and London Palladium 30th August 1926

Movie star Sophia Loren
Greece: 1957 Movie star Sophia Loren in a scene from the film Boy on a Dolphin

Actress Grace Kelly
Hollywood, California: April, 1956 Actress Grace Kelly just a few days before she left for Monaco to marry Prince Ranier III

The Dolly Sisters and Pearl White, location unknown, 1920s 1920s

Wedding of Dan Everard and Dollis Brook
Scene at the wedding reception of Dan Everard and Dollis Brook, performers in the Pelissier Follies. The wedding took place at Finchley Parish Church, north London

Dan Leno
Promotional postcard for Dan Leno(1860-1904) " The Kings Jester" One of Alick P. Ritchies series of music hall performers

Lieutenant and Mrs Vernon Castle, dancers
Vernon Blythe Castle (1887-1918), and American wife, Irene (nee Foote), ballroom dancers, performers and dance teachers, pictured in 1917 when he was serving in the British Army in the Royal Flying

A Ballet Dancer En Pointe
Chicago, Illinois: c. 1940. A ballet dancer performing en pointe

Advertising flyer for the Dolly Sisters in Sitting Pretty

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"Unveiling the Enchanting World of Performers: From George Formby to Cirque du Soleil Kurios Preview" Step into a mesmerizing realm where talent knows no bounds, as we delve into the captivating world of performers. Embark on a journey through time and witness the evolution of entertainment, from iconic figures like George Formby to groundbreaking spectacles such as the Cirque du Soleil Kurios Preview. Travel back in time to New York's glamorous era with The Dolly Sisters, whose enchanting performances left audiences spellbound. Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Pantomime Characters and Commedia dell Arte, where laughter and artistry intertwine seamlessly. Marvel at the trailblazing duo George Walker and Ada Overton Walker as they break barriers in In Dahomey, paving the way for future generations of African-American performers. Experience Cornwall's picturesque landscapes come alive as horsemen film Robin of Sherwood, adding an exhilarating touch to their awe-inspiring acts. Witness Harlequin and Columbine gracefully dance alongside a symphony orchestra, creating an ethereal harmony that transcends boundaries. Admire The Dolly Sisters' dazzling presence in Diamond tableaux while basking in their radiance wearing exquisite Lucile gowns during their Parisian escapades. Celebrate diversity with Jubilee Singers of Fisk University from across the Atlantic; their harmonious voices echoing tales of resilience and hope. Lastly, immerse yourself in Southwark Fair captured by Hogarth's brush strokes - a vibrant depiction showcasing street performers who brought joy to all who crossed their path. From vaudeville stages to grand arenas, these they have etched themselves into history through sheer dedication and unparalleled artistry. Their passion continues to inspire generations worldwide – reminding us that within each performer lies boundless creativity waiting to be unleashed upon captivated audiences.