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Mouse Mat : Ian McKellen, actor, pictured in rehearsal in 1968. Ian is reading
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Ian McKellen, actor, pictured in rehearsal in 1968. Ian is reading
Ian McKellen, actor, pictured in rehearsal in 1968.
Ian is reading the script for the Noel Coward play Hay Fever. Hay Fever was broadcast on the BBC in August 1968, with Ian McKellen playing the part of Simon Bliss.
The production also co-starred Richard Briers, Anna Massey and Celia Johnson.
Picture taken 5th March 1968
Warner
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
1968-579
Media ID 21769650
© Mirrorpix
Entertainmnent Ian Mckellen Noel Coward Play Posed Rehearsal Rehearsing Script Sir Ian Mckellen Stage Door 1968 Hay Fever
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Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1968, where we find the legendary actor Ian McKellen engrossed in rehearsal. With a script in hand, he delves into the world of Noel Coward's Hay Fever, a play that would soon captivate audiences across England and beyond. In this particular production, which was broadcast on the BBC in August of that same year, McKellen took on the role of Simon Bliss with his undeniable talent and charisma. Sharing the stage with esteemed actors Richard Briers, Anna Massey, and Celia Johnson, this ensemble brought Coward's witty masterpiece to life. The picture itself was taken on March 5th during rehearsals for Hay Fever. It showcases McKellen's dedication as he meticulously studies his lines while preparing for his performance. His intense focus is palpable even through a still image. As one of Britain's most celebrated actors of our time, Sir Ian McKellen has left an indelible mark on both stage and screen throughout his illustrious career. This photograph serves as a testament to his commitment to his craft and offers us a glimpse into the early days of what would become an extraordinary journey in entertainment history. Warner's Memory Lane Prints have beautifully preserved this moment from over five decades ago – allowing us to appreciate not only McKellen's talent but also capturing an era when theater thrived as a vibrant art form.
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