The Fairys Dilemma by W. S. Gilbert
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The Fairys Dilemma by W. S. Gilbert
The Fairys Dilemma by W. S. Gilbert. First produced at the Garrick Theatre, on 3rd May 1904. The main characters are shown as themselves and as transformed by the Fairy Rosebud into characters of the Harlequinade. Col. Sir Trevor Mauleverer Bart. into a Clown. Lady Angela Wealdstone, posing as Nurse Collins, into Columbine. The Rev. Aloysius Parfitt into Harlequin, and Mr Justice Whortle into Pantaloon. Touring to the Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, on 19th December 1904. Presented by Mr Arthur Boucrchiers Company. Date: 1904
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Angela Arthur Bart Beggar Bourchier Characters Clown Dilemma Fairy Gilbert Harlequin Harlequinade Judge Justice Monocle Nurse Reverend Trevor Theatrical Wealdstone
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The Fairy's Dilemma," a delightful theatrical production written by W.S. Gilbert, first graced the stage of the Garrick Theatre on May 3, 1904. In this enchanting comedy, the main characters found themselves in an extraordinary predicament when they were transformed by the Fairy Rosebud into characters of the Harlequinade. Col. Sir Trevor Mauleverer Bart. (played by an unnamed actor), a dashing military gentleman, was transformed into a clown, complete with red nose and oversized shoes. Lady Angela Wealdstone (played by an unnamed actress), posing as Nurse Collins, was magically changed into the beautiful Columbine. The Reverend Aloysius Parfitt (played by an unnamed actor), a pious clergyman, became the mischievous Harlequin, and Mr. Justice Whortle (played by an unnamed actor), a stern judge, was transformed into the comical Pantaloon. This photograph, taken during the production's tour to the Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, on December 19, 1904, presents these transformed characters in their Harlequinade costumes. Sir Trevor Mauleverer, now a clown, dons a colorful outfit and a monocle, while Lady Angela Wealdstone, as Columbine, is dressed in a flowing white gown and a beggar's cap. The Reverend Parfitt, as Harlequin, wears a vibrant Harlequin costume, complete with a mask and bells, and Mr. Justice Whortle, as Pantaloon, is dressed in a large, padded outfit with a bushy mustache and a pompous expression. Presented by Mr. Arthur Bourchier's Company, "The Fairy's Dilemma" was a popular success, delighting audiences with its witty dialogue, enchanting music, and magical transformations. This photograph is a charming reminder of the whimsical world of Gilbert's Harlequinade and the enchanting performances that brought it to life.
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