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Somewhere A Voice Is Calling by Joseph Millane & R Carleton
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Somewhere A Voice Is Calling by Joseph Millane & R Carleton
Promotional postcard for Somewhere A Voice is Calling by Joseph Millane and Royce Carleton. First produced at the Empire Theatre, Rotherham, 29th May and Elephant & Castle, 15th November 1915. Touring to New Opera House, Coventry, 1st November 1915. The mothers soldier husband is visible, top right. Date: 1915
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Calling Carleton Panto Pantomime Promotional Theatrical
EDITORS COMMENTS
Somewhere A Voice is Calling" - A poignant and powerful theatrical production from the 1910s that spoke directly to the hearts of audiences during the tumultuous time of the First World War. This evocative promotional postcard, featuring the image from the play, showcases the intense emotion and raw humanity that defined this popular pantomime. The photograph captures a poignant moment on stage, with a soldier, visible in the top right corner, reaching out to the audience as if to call out for his loved one. The expression on his face is one of longing and despair, a testament to the sacrifices being made on the battlefields of Europe. First produced at the Empire Theatre in Rotherham on May 29th, 1915, and later touring to the New Opera House in Coventry on November 1st, 1915, "Somewhere A Voice is Calling" was a theatrical phenomenon that captured the imagination of audiences during a time of great uncertainty and hardship. The play, written by Joseph Millane and Royce Carleton, was a powerful and moving exploration of the human condition during wartime. With its poignant themes and emotional depth, it provided a much-needed respite from the harsh realities of the war. The postcard serves as a reminder of the enduring power of the arts to bring people together and provide solace in times of need. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the ability of art to transcend the boundaries of time and place. This postcard, with its evocative image and powerful message, is a valuable piece of history that offers a glimpse into the past and reminds us of the enduring power of the arts to move and inspire us.
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