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Merely Mary Anne by Israel Zangwill
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Merely Mary Anne by Israel Zangwill
Promotional postcard for Merely Mary Anne by Israel Zangwill. First produced at the Duke of Yorks Theatre, 8th September 1904. Israel Zangwills Victorian romance between a priggish musician and his chambermaid was one of the most widely adapted books of the early 20th century. Lancelot is a down on his luck musician with a noble lineage. His romantic entanglement with Mary Ann highlights both the Victorian class system and the societal anxiety of a civilization on the brink of radical change. Date: circa 1904
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Step back in time with this promotional postcard for Merely Mary Anne, a Victorian romance written by Israel Zangwill and first produced at the Duke of Yorks Theatre in 1904. The image features a theatrical scene from the play, showcasing the romantic entanglement between Lancelot, a down-on-his-luck musician with noble lineage, and Mary Anne, his chambermaid. Merely Mary Anne was one of the most widely adapted books of the early 20th century, reflecting the societal anxiety and class system of the Victorian era. The play highlights the tension between the rigid class structure and the radical changes that were on the horizon. The stage is set with a grand piano and ornate decor, while Lancelot, dressed in formal attire, passionately plays a melody. Mary Anne, in her chambermaid uniform, watches him from the wings, her expression filled with longing. The theatrical setting adds to the romantic atmosphere, transporting us to a time when pantomimes and panto were popular forms of entertainment. Israel Zangwill's Merely Mary Anne is a timeless tale of love and class, a reminder of the societal norms and values of the Victorian era. This promotional postcard is a unique piece of theatre history, offering a glimpse into the world of early 20th-century popular entertainment.
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