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Revue Collection (page 8)

"Captivating and Timeless: The World of Revue" Step back in time to the glamorous era of revue, where entertainment knew no bounds

Background imageRevue Collection: Aida Overton Walker (postcard)

Aida Overton Walker (postcard)
Aida Overton Walker (1880-1914) African American vaudevillian and wife of George Walker. She was one of the stars of the stage revue In Dahomey which was produced in London in 1903. Date: 1903

Background imageRevue Collection: Florence Mills in Dover Street to Dixie

Florence Mills in Dover Street to Dixie (aka The Plantation Revue). Florence Mills (1896-1927) singer and dancer who became a major star of vaudeville and revue in the 1920s in both America

Background imageRevue Collection: Florence Mills

Florence Mills. Florence Mills (1896-1927) singer and dancer who became a major star of vaudeville and revue in the 1920s in both America and Britain. Date: 1927

Background imageRevue Collection: Florence Mills signed photograph

Florence Mills signed photograph. Florence Mills (1896-1927) singer and dancer who became a major star of vaudeville and revue in the 1920s in both America and Britain. Date: 1920s

Background imageRevue Collection: Aida Overton Walker

Aida Overton Walker (1880-1914) African American vaudevillian and wife of George Walker. She was one of the stars of the stage revue In Dahomey which was produced in London in 1903. Date: 1903

Background imageRevue Collection: Florence Mills grave at Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, New York

Florence Mills grave at Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, New York USA. Photographer: Bill Egan. Florence Mills (1896-1927) singer and dancer who became a major star of vaudeville

Background imageRevue Collection: Dover Street To Dixie revue by M Harvey, H Simpson & L Wylie

Dover Street To Dixie revue by M Harvey, H Simpson & L Wylie
Dover Street To Dixie revue by Morris Harvey, Harold Simpson and Lauri Wylie (25 May 1880 1951), with music by Herman Darewski, at the London Palladium

Background imageRevue Collection: The Forty Theives by Ian Query

The Forty Theives by Ian Query
Promotional postcard by popular artist E P Kinsella for the Forty Thieves by Ian Query for the Lyceum Theatre in London, Christmas 1912

Background imageRevue Collection: Fanny Brice in Come Over Here by Mizner and Pemberton

Fanny Brice in Come Over Here by Mizner and Pemberton
Come Over Here, Revue by Wilson Mizner and Max Pemberton. A second card of Fanny Brice at the London Opera House confirms her star status

Background imageRevue Collection: Alice Nikitina & Serge Lifar in 1930 Revue

Alice Nikitina & Serge Lifar in 1930 Revue
Ballet dancers Nikitina and Lifar performing in Charles Cochrans 1930 Revue. Seen here in The Freaks for which Lord Berners wrote teh music. 1930

Background imageRevue Collection: Betty Harris and Harry Milton in the cabaret show One O Cloc

Betty Harris and Harry Milton in the cabaret show One O Cloc
The exhibition dancers Betty Harris and Harry Milton in the cabaret show One O Clock Revue at Rectors night-club, London, 1924 Date: 1924

Background imageRevue Collection: A photograph of Paul Whiteman and his orchestra

A photograph of Paul Whiteman and his orchestra, London, 1923. They have returned to New York after appearing in Julian Wylies revue Brighter London at the Hippdorome

Background imageRevue Collection: Florence Mills the American artiste

Florence Mills the American artiste and star of the Lew Leslies Plantation Revue in New York, 1923. To appear in Charles Cochrans show Dover Street to Dixie at the London Pavilion Date: 1923

Background imageRevue Collection: In Dahomey by Jesse A Shipp

In Dahomey by Jesse A Shipp
In Dahomey by Jesse A. Shipp; music Will Marion Cook et. al. First produced in England at the Shaftesbury Theatre, 16th May 1903

Background imageRevue Collection: Hobsons Choice by Harold Brighouse

Hobsons Choice by Harold Brighouse
Promotional postcard for Hobsons Choice by Harold Brighouse. First produced in England at the Apollo Theatre, 22nd June 1916. The story is set in Salford in 1880

Background imageRevue Collection: Here Comes the Bride by Robert P Weston and Bert Lee

Here Comes the Bride by Robert P Weston and Bert Lee
Here Comes The Bride by Robert P. Weston & Bert Lee, adapted from the play by Otto Harbach and Edgar McGregor; music Arthur Schwartz

Background imageRevue Collection: Gipsy Love by Basil Hood & Adrian Ross

Gipsy Love by Basil Hood & Adrian Ross
Promotional postcard of Gipsy Love adapted by Basil Hood and Adrian Ross. First produced Dalys Theatre, London on 1st June 1912. Artist Richard Pannett

Background imageRevue Collection: Paul Whiteman and his orchestra, London

Paul Whiteman and his orchestra, London
Paul Whiteman, the famous American bandleader and his orchestra, appearing in Julian Wylies revue Brighter London at the London Hippodrome, London, 1922. Date: 1922

Background imageRevue Collection: Advert for Pilsner Urquell, New York, 1934

Advert for Pilsner Urquell, New York, 1934
Advert for Pilsner Urquell, from programme for Revue Folies Bergeres at the French Casino, New York, 1934 Date: 1934

Background imageRevue Collection: Revue Folies Bergere at the French Casino New York, 1934

Revue Folies Bergere at the French Casino New York, 1934
Some leading players in Revue Folies Bergere at the Frenc Casino New York, 1934 - Maria Desty and Freddy Roberts, including the Apple Dance Date: 1934

Background imageRevue Collection: Lolita Benavente in Revue Folies Bergere at the French Casin

Lolita Benavente in Revue Folies Bergere at the French Casino New York, 1934 Date: 1934

Background imageRevue Collection: Annie Croft in Brighter London at the London Hippodrome

Annie Croft in Brighter London at the London Hippodrome, 1923 Date: 1923

Background imageRevue Collection: L Ermitage (colour litho)

L Ermitage (colour litho)
BAL41402 L Ermitage (colour litho) by Berthon, Paul (1872-1909); Plaket Museum, Essen, Germany; French, out of copyright

Background imageRevue Collection: Popular musical entertainer Marie Lloyd

Popular musical entertainer Marie Lloyd

Background imageRevue Collection: Kyra Nijinsky by Madame Yevonde

Kyra Nijinsky by Madame Yevonde
Kyra Nijinsky, daughter of the famous Russian ballet dancer at the time she was appearing in Streamline a dance revue show at the Palace Theatre in London. Date: 1934

Background imageRevue Collection: Florence Mills in Black Birds

Florence Mills in Black Birds
Florence Mills, born Florence Winfrey (1896 - 1927), American cabaret star, singer, dancer and comedienne. Pictured centre stage with Miss Tillie Meadows

Background imageRevue Collection: Adelaide Hall

Adelaide Hall (1901-1993), American-born British jazz singer and entertainer, seen here in later life. She began her career on Broadway, New York, in 1921, and made her name in 1928

Background imageRevue Collection: A portrait of Josephine Baker, 1925

A portrait of Josephine Baker, 1925 - star of the Revue Negre and engaged for the Folies Bergere Date: 1925

Background imageRevue Collection: The Dolly Sisters in Oh Les Belles Filles, Paris, 1923

The Dolly Sisters in Oh Les Belles Filles, Paris, 1923
The Dolly Sisters in Oh Les Belles Filles, Palace Theatre, Paris, 1923 Date: 1923

Background imageRevue Collection: Cover of leaflet for Paris Sans Voiles at the Ambassadeurs T

Cover of leaflet for Paris Sans Voiles at the Ambassadeurs Theatre, Paris, 1923. Artwork by Charles Gesmar Date: 1923

Background imageRevue Collection: H G Pelissier by Hon. John Collier

H G Pelissier by Hon. John Collier
Promotional postcard of a painting of Harry Gabriel (H G ) Pelissier by Hon. John Collier, (27 January 1850 11 April 1934)

Background imageRevue Collection: The Follies by Langfier

The Follies by Langfier
Promotional postcard showing the Follies, a pierrot troupe founded by H G Pelissier in 1895 taken by popular theatrical photographers Langfier of London

Background imageRevue Collection: The Follies by The Hana Studios, London

The Follies by The Hana Studios, London
Promotional postcard showing The Follies, a pierrot troupe founded by H G Pelissier in 1895. Taken by popular theatrical photographers Hana Studios of London

Background imageRevue Collection: H G Pelissiers Follies by Julius Price

H G Pelissiers Follies by Julius Price
Promotional postcard of H G Pelissiers Follies troupe in 1909, designed by Julius Price. The reverse has David Allen & Sons First World War offer to do any printing formerly done in Germany or

Background imageRevue Collection: The Follies by John Hassall

The Follies by John Hassall
The Follies, a pierrot troupe founded in 1895. In 1895, Harry Gabriel (H E) Pelissier was a member of amateur entertainers who performed at charity events around South London

Background imageRevue Collection: Looker On: The Follies, by Langfier

Looker On: The Follies, by Langfier
This publicity photograph entitled " Looking On", taken by theatrical photographer Langfier of The Follies, a popular pierrot troupe

Background imageRevue Collection: Fads and Fancies revue by Joseph Hayman

Fads and Fancies revue by Joseph Hayman, with music by Herman Darewski, presented by Harry Day. First produced at the New Cross Empire on 18th October 1915

Background imageRevue Collection: Dont Argue revue by George Campbell and Allan Grey

Dont Argue revue by George Campbell and Allan Grey. First produced at the Willesden Hippodrome on 23rd August 1915. Dave Harris Ltd. Presents. The reverse is blank

Background imageRevue Collection: Poster, The 9 O Clock Revue, Little Theatre, London

Poster, The 9 O Clock Revue, Little Theatre, London
Poster, The 9 O Clock Revue, Little Theatre, John Street, Adelphi, London. circa 1922

Background imageRevue Collection: The Co-Optimists

The Co-Optimists is the title of a stage variety revue which opened in London on 27 June 1921at the Royalty Theatre but quickly transferred to the much larger Palace Theatre

Background imageRevue Collection: Mlle. Mado Minty in Come Over Here by Mizner and Pemberton

Mlle. Mado Minty in Come Over Here by Mizner and Pemberton
Mlle. Mado Minty in Come Over Here, Revue by Wilson Mizner and Max Pemberton at The London Opera House, Kingsway. Mlle. Mado Minty is shown here climbing across an enormous net

Background imageRevue Collection: Come Over Here, Revue by Wilson Mizner and Max Pemberton

Come Over Here, Revue by Wilson Mizner and Max Pemberton. First performed at the London Opera House, on Londons Kingsway, seen here in the background, sadly long ago destroyed

Background imageRevue Collection: Oscar Schwartz in Come Over Here by Mizner and Pemberton

Oscar Schwartz in Come Over Here by Mizner and Pemberton
Come Over Here, Revue by Wilson Mizner and Max Pemberton, at The London Opera House, Kingsway. This shows Oscar Schwartz, as a handsome young fakir in The Rose DIspahan Act II

Background imageRevue Collection: Ever Been Had? revue by Charles Baldwin & Nat Lewis

Ever Been Had? revue by Charles Baldwin & Nat Lewis. The bathing beauty theme continues. Touring to the Hippodrome in Norwich on 30th August 1915

Background imageRevue Collection: Business As Usual revue by F. W. Mark and A. P. de Courville

Business As Usual revue by F. W. Mark and A. P. de Courville
Business As Usual revue by F. W. Mark and Albert P. de Courville (1887 - 1960). First produced at the London Hippodrome on the 16th November 1914

Background imageRevue Collection: Box O Tricks revue by Albert de Courville and Wal Pink

Box O Tricks revue by Albert de Courville and Wal Pink
Reverse side of postcard for Box O Tricks revue by Albert de Courville and Wal Pink. The 8th London Hippodrome Revue with music by Dave Stamper and Frederick Chapelle

Background imageRevue Collection: The Beauty Baths revue, by George Ray

The Beauty Baths revue, by George Ray. First produced at the Hippodrome Theatre, Devonport, April 1915. Ray is advertised as producer of Splash Me, Chase Me, Have a Dip and Something Doing

Background imageRevue Collection: All Scotch, a Harry Grattan Production

All Scotch, a Harry Grattan Production, a revue by Harry Grattan, with music by Herman Darewski and Edward Jones, first produced Hippodrome, Newcastle, March 1915 and Apollo Theatre, London



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"Captivating and Timeless: The World of Revue" Step back in time to the glamorous era of revue, where entertainment knew no bounds. From the iconic Dolly Sisters captivating audiences at the Casino de Paris show in 1927 to the enchanting performances at Raymond Revue Bar in Soho, London, revues were a spectacle like no other. In 1923, Barbette (Van der Clyde) took center stage in Paris, mesmerizing crowds with their daring and graceful acts. Behind the scenes of the Paris Revue, France witnessed intimate moments that added an air of mystique to this captivating art form. The world-renowned Fred Karno brought laughter and joy with his production "On and Off, " while H Chance Newton's "Keep To The Right" showcased dazzling choreography that left audiences spellbound. Theatre de L'Abri in Paris provided a glimpse behind the curtains, revealing both hard work and passion that went into each performance. Archibald de Bear and R. Arkell's Chelsea Follies Revue transported spectators into a world filled with glitz and glamour. Meanwhile, Gaby Deslys stole hearts with her breathtaking gowns designed by Drian back in 1913, not just about entertainment; it was an escape from reality—a chance for people to immerse themselves in a world where laughter echoed through every theater hall. With productions like "Funny Face" by Fred Thomson & Paul Gerard Smith leaving audiences roaring with laughter, revues became synonymous with pure joy. As we look back on these timeless moments captured on film or etched into our memories forever, let us celebrate the magic of revue—an art form that continues to inspire generations even today.