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Actors revising script before show opening, September 1939
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Actors revising script before show opening, September 1939
Actors revising the script of " Design for Living" by Noel Coward before the shows opening at the Grand Theatre, Blackpool. Left to right; Anton Walbrook, Alan Wells, Harold French, Rex Harrison and Diana Wynyard. Date: 1939
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Actors Alan Anton Coward Diana Harold Harrison Jul19 Living Noel Walbrook Wells Wynyard
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of focused intensity as the cast of Noel Coward's
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Design for Living" prepares for the show's opening at the Grand Theatre in Blackpool, England, in September 1939. With the looming threat of World War II casting a shadow over Europe, the actors - Anton Walbrook, Alan Wells, Harold French, Rex Harrison, and Diana Wynyard - huddle around a table, deeply engrossed in the final revisions of their script. The image exudes an air of determination and camaraderie, as the group works together to bring Coward's witty and sophisticated play to life on stage. The actors' expressions convey a sense of concentration and collaboration, as they fine-tune their performances to connect with audiences amidst the uncertainty of the times. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of art and the resilience of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity." "Design for Living" premiered at the Haymarket Theatre in London in 1933 and was a critical and commercial success. The play, which explores the complexities of love and relationships, was revived for a tour of provincial theatres in 1939, with this production opening at the Grand Theatre in Blackpool. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in the rehearsal process, as the actors prepare to bring Coward's masterpiece to life for a new generation of audiences. Anton Walbrook, a German-born actor who had made a name for himself in both Europe and Hollywood, plays the role of Gideon Gwynne. Alan Wells portrays Leo, Harold French plays Otto, Rex Harrison plays Gerald, and Diana Wynyard plays Olga in this production. The photograph captures a rare glimpse into the world of theatre during a time of great upheaval, offering a glimpse into the lives of these talented actors as they prepare to bring a classic work of literature to life on stage.
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