An Emperors Divorce starring Ronald Bayne & Evelyn Hope
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An Emperors Divorce starring Ronald Bayne & Evelyn Hope
An Emperors Divorce. The figures of Napoleon and a repining Josephine suggest that this is a version of A Royal Divorce. The message written on the reverse of the card is from Ronald Bayne, who was playing Napoleon, to a fellow actor at the Palace Theatre, Attercliffe, Sheffield, regretting that Bayne missed him at G. Postmarked Scarborough, 23rd October 1908. Date: 1908 ?
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Divorce Emperors Evelyn Floor Hope Josephine Leaning Napoleon Resting Ronald Sheffield Sleeping Sleeps Attercliffe Theatrical
An Emperors Divorce
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating theatrical production starring Ronald Bayne as Napoleon Bonaparte and Evelyn Hope as Empress Josephine. This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment from the play, with Bayne's Napoleon looking on with a mixture of sadness and resolve as Hope's Josephine reclines on a grand chair, deep in sleep or contemplation. The opulent interior setting, complete with ornate plinths and intricate sculptures, adds to the grandeur and drama of the scene. The reverse of the photograph's card bears a handwritten message from Ronald Bayne to a fellow actor at the Palace Theatre in Attercliffe, Sheffield. Dated 23rd October 1908 and postmarked from Scarborough, the note expresses Bayne's regret for missing his colleague at the theatre. This personal touch adds an intriguing layer of history to the image, offering a glimpse into the lives of the actors behind the production. The photograph, dated 1908, captures the essence of a popular theatrical production from the early 1900s. The image is a testament to the talent and artistry of Ronald Bayne and Evelyn Hope, as well as the theatrical innovation of the time. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the world of early 20th-century theatre.
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