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Votes for Women at the Court Theatre 1907
Votes for Women, the first suffragette play, which was staged at the Court Theatre (now the Royal Court) in 1907. The Sketch comments this is the finest crowd scene they have seen at the theatre in many years. Directed by Harley Granville Barker, it was written by an American actress, Elizabeth Robins. Date: 1907
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Drama Oct19 Plays Robins Suffrage Suffragette Votes 1907 Elizabeth
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Votes for Women at the Court Theatre 1907" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image captures the historic moment of the first suffragette play, staged at the Court Theatre in 1907. Witness the powerful energy of the crowd as they rally for women's right to vote, as noted by The Sketch as the finest crowd scene they had ever seen at the theatre. Bring this significant piece of history into your home or office and ignite conversation with its intriguing story and impressive detail.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.9cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Votes for Women" at the Court Theatre in 1907: A Pivotal Moment in Theatrical and Suffragette History This evocative photograph captures the electric atmosphere of the Court Theatre (now the Royal Court) during the premiere of "Votes for Women," the groundbreaking suffragette play, on October 19, 1907. Directed by Harley Granville Barker, this production marked a significant milestone in both theatrical and suffrage history. Written by American actress Elizabeth Robins, "Votes for Women" was the first play to address the suffrage movement on the British stage. The play, which portrayed the struggles and determination of women seeking the right to vote, resonated deeply with the audience and generated intense public interest. The crowd scene in "Votes for Women" was hailed by The Sketch as the finest they had seen at the theatre in many years. The photograph showcases the captivated and engaged audience, with their rapt attention focused on the stage. The women in the crowd, many of whom were likely suffragettes themselves, wore the distinctive purple, white, and green colors of the suffrage movement. The production of "Votes for Women" at the Court Theatre was a testament to the power of theatre to ignite social change and spark important conversations. The play's impact extended beyond the theatre, contributing to the growing momentum of the suffrage movement and paving the way for women's right to vote in the United Kingdom. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in the history of both theatre and politics, and the enduring power of art to inspire and effect change.
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