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The Happy Island by James Bernard Fagan
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The Happy Island by James Bernard Fagan
Promotional postcard of The Happy Island by James Bernard Fagan adapted from the Hungarian of M. Lengyel. First produced His Majestys Theatre, 24th March 1913. The islanders in the South Pacific are reluctant to work in a pitchblende mine. Derek Arden has been told to persuade them by posing as a god and blowing up the idol behind him. He refuses and dies a hero to the islanders. Artist: Charles Buchel. Date: circa 1913
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The Happy Island
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by James Bernard Fagan: A Theatrical Masterpiece from the Early 20th Century Step into a bygone era with this promotional postcard of "The Happy Island," a theatrical production first presented at His Majesty's Theatre in London on March 24, 1913. This evocative image, created by artist Charles Buchel, transports us to a tropical paradise where the lines between reality and fantasy blur. At the heart of the scene lies an idol, a symbol of the islanders' deep-rooted beliefs. The South Pacific islanders are reluctant to work in a pitchblende mine, and it falls upon Derek Arden to persuade them. In an extraordinary turn of events, he is instructed to pose as a god and destroy the idol behind him. However, Derek refuses to betray his principles and ultimately sacrifices his life, becoming a hero to the islanders. This theatrical production, adapted from the Hungarian of M. Lengyel, was a popular entertainment of its time. The image on the postcard showcases the dramatic tension and exotic allure that would have drawn audiences to the theatre. The idols, statues, and lush tropical setting are brought to life through Buchel's skilled brushwork, creating a captivating and timeless work of art. "The Happy Island" is a testament to the power of drama and the human spirit, transporting us to a world of adventure and intrigue. This promotional postcard is an invaluable piece of theatre history, offering a glimpse into the theatrical productions of a bygone era.
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