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The Desert Song by O Harbach, Oscar Hammerstein and F Mandel
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The Desert Song by O Harbach, Oscar Hammerstein and F Mandel
The Desert Song by Otto Harbach, Oscar Hammerstein and Frank Mandel, with music by Sigmund Romberg, at the Casino Theatre, New York, on 30th November 1926. First produced in England at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, on 7th April 1927. Margot Bonvalet and the Red Shadow are seen in the desert. Alfred Butt in conjunction with Lee Ephraim present. Touring to the Theatre Royal, Plymouth, on 6th May 1929. Date: 1929
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Arab Butt Casino Desert Drury Frank Hammerstein Harbach Lane Margot Mask Oscar Otto Shadow Sheik Sigmund Song 1929
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This image is taken from the 1929 production of "The Desert Song" at the Theatre Royal in Plymouth, England. The photograph features Margot Bonvalet and the enigmatic Red Shadow, portrayed by an unidentified actor, amidst the arid desert landscape. The production was originally premiered at the Casino Theatre in New York on November 30, 1926, with music by Sigmund Romberg and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and Frank Mandel. The show had its European premiere at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, in London on April 7, 1927, and was later brought to Plymouth by Alfred Butt and Lee Ephraim. In this scene, Margot Bonvalet, dressed in flowing white robes, appears to be entranced by the mysterious figure of the Red Shadow, who dons a mask and robes to conceal his identity. The Sheik, a central character in the story, is known for his daring exploits and romantic liaisons, making the Red Shadow's true identity a tantalizing mystery. The desert backdrop adds to the exotic allure of the production, transporting audiences to a far-off land of adventure and intrigue. "The Desert Song" was a groundbreaking musical that combined elements of opera, operetta, and drama, and its success paved the way for future collaborations between Hammerstein and Romberg. The show's enduring popularity is a testament to the timeless appeal of romance, adventure, and the allure of the exotic.
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