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Theatre Royal, Covent Garden Handbill
Theatre Royal Handbill advertising the Marriage of Figaro and Virtues Triumph. Date: January 13th 1785
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13th 1780s 1785 Cavern Covent Figaro Follies Handbill Triumph January
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting Theatre Royal, Covent Garden Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse. This exquisite collection brings a touch of theatrical charm to your correspondence. Featuring the captivating "Theatre Royal, Covent Garden Handbill" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, each card showcases an intricate design from the Marriage of Figaro and Virtues Triumph performance on January 13th, 1785. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Theatre Royal as you send a thoughtful message to friends and loved ones. Experience the magic of the theatre, right from your mailbox.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.9cm x 12.5cm (6.7" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Night at the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden: The Marriage of Figaro and Virtues Triumph, January 13th, 1785" 2. Description: This handbill, dated January 13th, 1785, invites the public to experience an evening of enchantment and merriment at the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden. The advertisement promotes two productions: "The Marriage of Figaro" and "Virtues Triumph." 3. Background: The Theatre Royal, Covent Garden, was a prominent venue for live performances during the 1780s. This handbill represents a snapshot of the theatre's rich history and the popular productions that graced its stage. 4. Marriage of Figaro: The first production, "The Marriage of Figaro," is a classic opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The opera follows the story of Figaro and Susanna, who must outwit their employer, Count Almaviva, to secure their marriage. This production would have been a popular choice for the theatre-going public due to its wit, romance, and memorable music. 5. Virtues Triumph: The second production, "Virtues Triumph," is a masque or a type of theatrical entertainment that combined music, dance, and spectacle. The title suggests a moral or allegorical theme, which would have appealed to the Victorian audience's sense of morality and entertainment. 6. Design: The handbill's design is a visual feast, with intricate illustrations of the productions' key characters, including Figaro, Susanna, and the Count. The use of bold, colorful typography and ornate borders adds to the handbill's allure and invites the viewer to imagine the excitement of attending a live performance at the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden. 7. Conclusion: This handbill offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden, was a hub of artistic innovation and entertainment. The Marriage of Figaro and Virtues Triumph would have provided an unforgettable night of music, drama, and spectacle for the theatre-going public in January 1785.
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