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Scene from Damaged Goods, Palace Theatre, Tottenham
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Scene from Damaged Goods, Palace Theatre, Tottenham
Scene from the first act of Damaged Goods, Palace Theatre, Tottenham, North London, the great play on the social evil, by Brieux. Previously at St Martins Theatre, London.
circa 1917
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This scene is taken from the first act of Léon Bachas's groundbreaking play "Damaged Goods," which was performed at the Palace Theatre in Tottenham, North London, in the 1910s. The play, written by French author Paula Maxa Brieux under the pen name Léon Bachas, was a bold exploration of the social evil of syphilis and its impact on marriage and relationships. In this image, we see a man intently studying a document at his desk, surrounded by the cozy surroundings of his home. The worn rug beneath his feet, the ornate desk, and the dimly lit room all create an atmosphere of quiet contemplation. However, the expression on his face suggests something more troubling. The title of the play, "Damaged Goods," refers to the belief that those who have contracted syphilis are tainted and unfit for marriage. This man, and the other characters in the play, are grappling with the stigma and consequences of this devastating disease. "Damaged Goods" was first produced in Paris in 1902 and caused a scandal due to its frank depiction of sexuality and the taboo subject matter. It was later performed in London at St. Martin's Theatre before moving to the Palace Theatre in Tottenham. The play challenged societal norms and sparked important conversations about sex, disease, and the hypocrisy of the time. This scene from the first act sets the stage for the emotional and thought-provoking journey that follows.
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