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Leave it to Psmith - stage adaptation
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Leave it to Psmith - stage adaptation
Leave it to Psmith - a comic novel by English author P. G. Wodehouse, adapted into a play by Wodehouse and Ian Hay. It opened at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London on 29 September 1930 and ran for 156 performances. The production starred Jane Baxter and Basil Foster - shown here. Date: 1930
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This photograph transports us back in time to the roaring twenties, as we witness the opening night of the theatrical production of "Leave it to Psmith" at the prestigious Shaftesbury Theatre in London, 1930. The comic novel by renowned English author P.G. Wodehouse, adapted into a play by Wodehouse and Ian Hay, comes to life on stage in this delightful image. The production, which starred the talented Jane Baxter and Basil Foster, showcases the duo's impeccable comedic timing and stage presence. In this moment, captured forever in this photograph, Foster, portraying the dapper and witty Psmith, appears to be wielding a gun with a nonchalant air, adding an unexpected twist to the otherwise light-hearted comedy. Baxter, as an unidentified character, looks on with a mixture of amusement and concern. The successful run of 156 performances at the Shaftesbury Theatre solidified "Leave it to Psmith" as a beloved classic in the annals of British theatre. The production's opening night marked the beginning of countless laughs and memorable moments for audiences, as they were transported into the whimsical world of P.G. Wodehouse's beloved character, Psmith. This photograph serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of live theatre and the magic that unfolds when a timeless story comes to life on stage.
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