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The Yellow Jacket
Photograph showing various scenes from The Yellow Jacket, staged at the Duke of Yorks theatre in London in 1913. Date: 1913
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Actors Clark Cowley Frederic Hero Holman Lara Property Wright
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This photograph print transports us back in time to the Duke of York's Theatre in London during the year 1913. The image showcases various scenes from the play "The Yellow Jacket," a theatrical production that brought Asian culture to the forefront of European stage entertainment. The Yellow Jacket was an adaptation of the novel "Further Tales of Hok-Hee Git" by Holman Clark, which was set in China and featured an Asian hero named Wu Hoo. The play's title refers to the yellow jacket worn by Wu Hoo, a symbol of his status and identity. In this photograph, we see a vibrant and lively portrayal of the production, with actors in traditional Chinese costumes and props that evoke the exoticism of Asia. Notable actors in the production included Cowley Wright as Wu Hoo, Frederic de Lara as Hok, and Gar as Git. The Yellow Jacket was a groundbreaking play for its time, as it challenged the norms of European theatre by featuring an Asian hero and incorporating elements of Asian culture into the production. The play's success at the Duke of York's Theatre paved the way for further exploration and representation of Asian stories on the British stage. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique insight into the world of early 20th-century theatre and the ways in which it reflected and shaped societal attitudes towards diversity and representation.
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