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Lucky Durham by Wilson Barrett
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Lucky Durham by Wilson Barrett
Promotional postcard for Lucky Durham by Wilson Barrett. First produced at the Shakespeare Theatre, Liverpool, 9th June 1904 and Kings Theatre, Hammersmith, 28th August 1905. This image shows John Durham, who has become an American millionaire, conjures up, through his cigar smoke, the ancestral pile from which his illegitimacy has barred him. He buys it when his father, Lord Mountfallon goes bankrupt. Date: 1905
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Barrett Dream Dreaming Durham Lucky Panto Pantomime Promotional Wilson Theatrical
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Step into the magical world of Lucky Durham, a captivating theatrical production brought to life by the brilliant Wilson Barrett in 1905. This evocative image showcases John Durham, a self-made American millionaire, lost in thought as he puffs on his cigar. His mind transports him back to his ancestral home, an imposing pile that has long been out of reach due to his illegitimacy. The stage is set for a thrilling journey as we witness the intersection of reality and fantasy. In this pantomime-like production, the smoke from Durham's cigar becomes a portal to his dreams, revealing the grand estate that has eluded him. The anticipation builds as we wait for the moment when Durham's fortune turns, and he finally buys the ancestral pile from his bankrupt father, Lord Mountfallon. First performed at the Shakespeare Theatre in Liverpool on the 9th of June 1904, and later at the Kings Theatre in Hammersmith on the 28th of August 1905, Lucky Durham was a popular and entertaining play of the early 1900s. This promotional postcard, featuring a striking image by Wilson Barrett, invites us to join Durham on his journey of self-discovery and redemption. Experience the enchantment of Lucky Durham, a theatrical masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences over a century later.
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