Savoy Theatre Collection

Richard D Oyly Carte (colour litho)
583304 Richard D Oyly Carte (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard D Oyly Carte)

Tennessee Williams
23rd March 1965: Tennessee Williams, born Thomas Lanier (1911 - 1983), American playwright, in London to attend the first night of Night Of The Iguana at the Savoy Theatre

The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday October 13. 1888, 1888. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday October 13. 1888, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Sir Arthur Sullivans Posthumous Opera, "The Emerald Isle, "at the Savoy Theatre (litho)
1593623 Sir Arthur Sullivans Posthumous Opera, " The Emerald Isle, " at the Savoy Theatre (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Playhouses in London (engraving)
1054778 New Playhouses in London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Playhouses in London)

Two New Musical Pieces (litho)
1628621 Two New Musical Pieces (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two New Musical Pieces)

"Iolanthe"at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1061273 " Iolanthe" at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Iolanthe" at the Savoy Theatre)

Sir Arthur Sullivan and Mr Gilberts New Opera, "Utopia, Limited, "at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1063067 Sir Arthur Sullivan and Mr Gilberts New Opera, " Utopia, Limited, " at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Paget

The Grand Duchess, The Savoy Theatre, London (colour litho)
583862 The Grand Duchess, The Savoy Theatre, London (colour litho) by Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand Duchess, The Savoy Theatre)

Sketches from Ruddygore the new comic opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
583827 Sketches from Ruddygore the new comic opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Three Little Maids from School are We"(photo)
559931 " Three Little Maids from School are We" (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Three Little Maids from School are We")

"The Grand Duke, "the New Opera by Mr Ws Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan at the Savoy Theatre (litho)
1605149 " The Grand Duke, " the New Opera by Mr Ws Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan at the Savoy Theatre (litho) by Holland Tringham

"Haddon Hall, "Sir Arthur Sullivans New Opera at the Savoy Theatre, The Flight of Dorothy Vernon (engraving)
1603582 " Haddon Hall, " Sir Arthur Sullivans New Opera at the Savoy Theatre, The Flight of Dorothy Vernon (engraving) by English School

Sketches from "The Mikado"at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1591041 Sketches from " The Mikado" at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Ludlow, Henry (Hal) Stephen (b.1861, fl.1880-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New Comic Opera, "The Lucky Star, "at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1598406 The New Comic Opera, " The Lucky Star, " at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Comic Opera)

"Princess Ida"at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
6016550 " Princess Ida" at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Friston, David Henry (fl.1853-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Princess Ida" at the Savoy Theatre)

Sketches from "The Gondoliers, "at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1596342 Sketches from " The Gondoliers, " at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from " The Gondoliers)

Sketches from "Ruddygore, "the New Comic Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1594670 Sketches from " Ruddygore, " the New Comic Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

"The Gondoliers"at the Savoy Theatre, the Quintette in the First Act (engraving)
1046801 " The Gondoliers" at the Savoy Theatre, the Quintette in the First Act (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches from The Mikado at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
584242 Sketches from The Mikado at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Ludlow, Henry (Hal) Stephen (b.1861, fl.1880-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Gondoliers at the Savoy Theatre - the quintette in the first act (engraving)
584239 The Gondoliers at the Savoy Theatre - the quintette in the first act (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Utopia (Limited), "the New Comic Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1627470 " Utopia (Limited), " the New Comic Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Aldin, Cecil Charles Windsor (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Utopia (Limited)

Sketches from The Gondoliers at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
583826 Sketches from The Gondoliers at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Princess Ida at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
584241 Princess Ida at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Ludlow, Henry (Hal) Stephen (b.1861, fl.1880-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Patience; or Bunthornes Bride by Ws Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (colour litho)
583860 Patience; or Bunthornes Bride by Ws Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Haddon Hall, "Mr Sydney Grundy and Sir Arthur Sullivans New Opera, at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1047647 " Haddon Hall, " Mr Sydney Grundy and Sir Arthur Sullivans New Opera, at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by English School

"The Lucky Star", the New Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1051373 " The Lucky Star", the New Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Lucky Star")

The Chieftain; poster design for the Savoy Theatre, London (colour litho)
5997535 The Chieftain; poster design for the Savoy Theatre, London (colour litho) by Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chieftain; poster design for the Savoy Theatre)

The New Opera, "The Yeomen of the Guard, "at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1595713 The New Opera, " The Yeomen of the Guard, " at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Opera)

Christmas at the Theatres (engraving)
1596989 Christmas at the Theatres (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas at the Theatres)

The late Mr D Oyly Carte, Manager of the Savoy Theatre (b / w photo)
1593535 The late Mr D Oyly Carte, Manager of the Savoy Theatre (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Mr D Oyly Carte)

The New Comic Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1591677 The New Comic Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Comic Opera at the Savoy Theatre)

Scene from the Second Act of the "Vicar of Bray"at the Savoy Theatre, the "Pas de Cinq"(engraving)
1055935 Scene from the Second Act of the " Vicar of Bray" at the Savoy Theatre, the " Pas de Cinq" (engraving) by Paget

Scenes from "The Yeomen of the Guard, "the New Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1041600 Scenes from " The Yeomen of the Guard, " the New Opera at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info)

Revival of "The Mikado"at the Savoy Theatre (b / w photo)
1100516 Revival of " The Mikado" at the Savoy Theatre (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

His Majesty, at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1597200 His Majesty, at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: His Majesty, at the Savoy Theatre)

Scene from Gilbert and Sullivans New Opera, "Ruddygore, "at the Savoy Theatre (engraving)
1050267 Scene from Gilbert and Sullivans New Opera, " Ruddygore, " at the Savoy Theatre (engraving) by Macquoid

"The Chieftain, "New Comic Opera by F C Burnard and Sir Arthur Sullivan, at the Savoy Theatre (litho)
1107929 " The Chieftain, " New Comic Opera by F C Burnard and Sir Arthur Sullivan, at the Savoy Theatre (litho) by Aldin

Poster for the Oper The Chieftain by A. Sullivan and F. C. Burnand, 1894. Artist: Hardy, Dudley (1866-1922)
Poster for the Oper The Chieftain by A. Sullivan and F. C. Burnand, 1894. From a private collection

Poster for the Oper The Yeomen of the Guard by Gilbert and Sullivan, 1897. Artist: Hardy, Dudley (1866-1922)
Poster for the Oper The Yeomen of the Guard by Gilbert and Sullivan, 1897. From a private collection

The Waterloo Chamber, Windsor Castle, Fitted as a theatre for the State Plays of 1891, c1891, (1901). Queen Victoria (1819-1901)

Clive of India programme for the Savoy Theatre, 1934. The Savoy Theatre was the first public building in the world, to be lit entirely by electricity

Savoy Theatre, London, 1881. View of the interior of the Savoy Theatre with the house (not the stage) lit by Swan incandescent lamps

English Poster for Savoy Theatre, The Chieftain. Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922), Artist

The Gondoliers at the Savoy Theatre, the Quintette in the First Act, London Uk 1889
THE GONDOLIERS AT THE SAVOY THEATRE, THE QUINTETTE IN THE FIRST ACT, LONDON UK 1889. A quintet is a group containing five members

Early Cab
circa 1906: A passenger entering a taxicab outside the Savoy Theatre, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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The historic Savoy Theatre, located in London, has been a hub of artistic excellence and cultural significance for over a century. With its rich history intertwined with renowned playwrights and composers, it continues to captivate audiences with its timeless charm. One notable figure associated with the Savoy Theatre is Tennessee Williams, whose brilliant plays have graced its stage. His thought-provoking works have left an indelible mark on the theatre's legacy, showcasing his unparalleled talent for storytelling. Richard D'Oyly Carte also played a pivotal role in shaping the theatre's identity. As the founder of the Savoy Theatre Company, he brought innovation to London's theatrical scene by introducing electric lighting and elevating production values. A captivating colour lithograph from The Graphic magazine showcases Carte's visionary approach that revolutionized theatre aesthetics. The enchanting world of opera found a home at the Savoy Theatre as well. Sir Arthur Sullivan's posthumous masterpiece "The Emerald Isle" delighted audiences with its melodic compositions and intricate storytelling. A lithograph captures this grandeur, transporting us back to those magical nights when music filled every corner of the theatre. As London expanded its repertoire of playhouses, new musical pieces emerged at the Savoy Theatre. Lithographs depicting these vibrant performances remind us of how this iconic venue became synonymous with groundbreaking productions that pushed creative boundaries. "Iolanthe, " another gem staged at the Savoy Theatre, showcased Gilbert and Sullivan's collaborative genius in creating whimsical operettas filled with wit and satire. Engravings from this production transport us into their fantastical world where fairies mingle with mortals amidst delightful melodies. Sir Arthur Sullivan and Mr Gilbert continued their fruitful partnership at the Savoy Theatre with their new opera "Utopia Limited. " Engravings capturing moments from this performance allow us to glimpse into their imaginative universe where societal norms are questioned through clever lyrics and catchy tunes.