Acts Collection

Giacomo Puccini (1858 -1924) Italian composer of operas. Poster for Madama Butterfly (Madame Butterfly) an opera in three acts, with an Italian libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa

Brockhall Hospital, Langho, near Blackburn, Lancashire
Aerial view of Brockhall Hospital at Langho, near Blackburn, Lancashire, established in 1904 by the Lancashire Inebriates Acts Board as an inebriate reformatory for women

How Pianola Works 1912
How the player-piano works - air passes through the holes in the piano-roll and acts on the bellows mechanism, causing a hammer to strike a key

George Formby
Entertainer George Formby (1904-1961) and his wife Beryl Formby, nee Ingham (1901-1960), also a variety artist. Date: 1940

The maiden flight of the first BAe146 G-SSSH from Hatfield
The maiden flight of the first BAe146, G-SSSH, from Hatfield on 3 September 1981. A BAe125 acts as chase plane. Date: 1981

Programme design, Gilbert & Sullivan, Princess Ida, Savoy Theatre, London. A respectful operatic perversion of Tennysons " Princess" in Three Acts. circa 1880s

Colonel Redvers Buller at Inhlobane, Zulu War, 1879
Illustration showing Colonel (later General) Sir Redvers Henry Buller (1839-1908) (centre, on horse) rescuing Captain D Arcy during a skirmish with Zulu warriors on Inhlobane Mountain, 1879

Circus Poster / Paris
A poster for Cirque d ete (Summer circus) in the Champs Elysees, Paris. Open every evening, there are clowns, lions and horses, to name but a few acts

Saint Hermione
The virgin Hermione was one of the four daughters of deacon Philip, mentioned in Acts of the Apostles. She was decapitated in the reign of the emperor Trajan. Date: 1st - 2nd century

The Ascension of Jesus - Acts 1. circa 1688

Damascus Street 1933
Straight Street, Damascus, Syria, where, in the New Testament of the Bible (Acts 9; 11), the blinded St. Paul was cared for by Judas. Date: 1933

Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus, as described in the Acts of the Apostles

Giacomo Puccini (1858 -1924) Italian composer of operas. Poster for Madama Butterfly (Madame Butterfly)
529078 Giacomo Puccini (1858 -1924) Italian composer of operas. Poster for Madama Butterfly (Madame Butterfly) an opera in three acts, with an Italian libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa

Damascus, Syria - Ancient Walls (St. Pauls escape)
Damascus, Syria - Ancient Wall - connected (in some way) to the flight of Saint Paul, forced to flee the city under the cover of night after explosive reactions from Jews opposed to his teachings

Vaudeville frolic 15 acts : Gala midnight show New Years eve. Poster for Federal Theatre Project presentation of Vaudeville Frolic at the Savoy Theatre, San Diego, California

Vaudeville frolic Gala midnight show New Years eve : 15 acts. Poster for Federal Theatre Project presentation of Vaudeville Frolic at the Savoy Theatre, San Diego, Calif

Stand by the countrys girlhood - The YWCA acts for you. Poster showing a portrait of a young woman. Date 1918

Acts of Peter and John - Bible, New Testament
3784286 Acts of Peter and John - Bible, New Testament; (add.info.: Acts of Peter and John, the healing of a crippled man outside the temple)

No No Nanette, Theatre Mogador, Paris, France
No No Nanette, an American operetta in three acts, at the Theatre Mogador, Paris, France. circa 1926

Revival Dorcas Tabita Acts Apostles series title
Revival of Dorcas (Tabita) Acts of the Apostles (series title) Acta Apostolorum (series title), In the foreground, the Apostle Peter is asked to pray for Dorcas (Tabita), a woman who recently died

Poster, Scala, A Fleur de Peau by SEM (Georges Goursat 1863-1934) Lithograph in colour, 31ins. x 23ins. Date: circa 1904

Don Quixote And Sancho Panza
An album sketch portraying Sancho Panza, a fictional character from Don Quixote a novel written by Don Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra in 1605

In Memoriam
An etching which acts as a tribute to the lives lost during World War 1, elements include a memorial stone, which reads 1914-1915, 1916-1917 indicating those that have died during this period

If Dreams Came True
This painting acts as an advertisement for De Reszke Cigarettes, and was inspired by the artist, from a letter sent by a military officer at the front to the cigarette manufacturers

Canal Boat
A painting of some figures waling along a platform which acts as a side to a canal, where a large red barge boat is travelling. Date: circa 1916

Catherine The Great Colour Screen
A design for a colour screen for the third and fourth acts of Catherine The Great, by British journalist, theatre critic and author, Huntly Carter. Date: circa 1915

Roller Skating Show
Bella Avalon and Percy Athos perform an act on rollerskates in The New Prince's Frivolities at the New Prince's Theatre in London (later known as the Shaftesbury Theatre). Date: 1925

Las Tamayos, Dancing Twins
Spanish twins Consuelo and Amparo, known as Las Tamayos, publicising their dancing act at the Empress Rooms in the Kensington Royal Palace Hotel. Date: circa 1925

Playtime at the Piccadilly
Performers in Playtime at the Piccadilly, a cabaret show at the Piccadilly Hotel. The artists pictured are Mimi Jordan, Rene Lorrimore, Evelyn Wrentmor, Amelia Allen

The Revue Show Yoicks!
The revue show Yoicks! at the Kingsway Theatre, with images of performer Marjorie Gordon (1893-1983). Date: 1924

Arator De Actibus Apostolorum (Fragment)
Parchment leaf containing several texts in different hands. Probably originally from a copy of Arator's Acts of the Apostles or De Actibus Apostolorum

Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet
Sketch depicting variety acts Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet & The English Brothers. Presumably they were supporting Arthur Askey and Richard Murdoch at the London Palladium. Date: 1939

Arthur Askey and Richard Murdoch
Sketch depicting comedians Arthur Askey (1900-1982) and Richard Murdoch (1907-1990). Their radio show Band Waggon had been a hit in 1938, and was turned into a stage show which they took on tour

Maurice and Cordoba, dancers
Dance partners Maurice and Cordoba, appearing at the Savoy Hotel. Date: circa 1939

Mlle Ameta Butterfly Dancer
Performance artist Mlle Ameta uses costume, lighting effects and newly-invented machinery to perform her butterfly dance in Vienna. Date: circa 1910

A new law gave the tenant a right to a third of his freehold, seven years rent; twenty-one years rent being the average value of a freehold in Ireland

MAGIC FLUTE LIEBIG 4
(The Magic Flute) Act 1, Scene 17 : Pamina explains to Sarastro why she ran away, and he reveals that he is not a wicked kidnapper, but acts under compulsion. Date: first performed 1791

Noel Coward acts in his own play with Ann Trevor. Dressed for dinner, they peer anxiously out of a window. Date: 1923

The Seven Works of Mercy, c. 1606-16 (oil on panel)
MAN368367 The Seven Works of Mercy, c.1606-16 (oil on panel) by Francken, Frans II the Younger (1581-1642); 50.2x89 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus. Acts 9. From Gustave Dore Bible 1865-1866. Wood engraving
534351 Conversion of St Paul on the road to Damascus. Acts 9. From Gustave Dore Bible 1865-1866. Wood engraving. Power of God is depicted as a shaft of light

St Stephen, the first Christian martyr, found guilty of blasphemy by the Sanhedrin
535477 St Stephen, the first Christian martyr, found guilty of blasphemy by the Sanhedrin, supreme council of the Jews and stoned to death. Acts 7.57

Poster Advertising the North American Circus Barnum and Bailey, 1912 (colour litho)
IND54607 Poster Advertising the North American Circus Barnum and Bailey, 1912 (colour litho) by American School; Private Collection; Index Fototeca

147-0638132 / 1 Page from The Ordinances of Alcala, incorporating the laws proposed by Alfonso XI and passed in 1348
IND83915 147-0638132/1 Page from The Ordinances of Alcala, incorporating the laws proposed by Alfonso XI and passed in 1348 (vellum) by Spanish School, (14th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray
3519566 True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray by Gillray, James (1757-1815); (add.info.: True reform of Parliament)

New Years Day Festivities in Hong Kong (engraving)
1038662 New Years Day Festivities in Hong Kong (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Years Day Festivities in Hong Kong)

The Angel freeing the Apostles, Acts 5, Verse 17-42 (engraving)
3651518 The Angel freeing the Apostles, Acts 5, Verse 17-42 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Angel freeing the Apostles, Acts 5, Verse 17-42)

The Palace Beautiful, Discretion, Prudence, Piety, and Charity (engraving)
3625310 The Palace Beautiful, Discretion, Prudence, Piety, and Charity (engraving) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Palace Beautiful, Discretion, Prudence, Piety)

Paul and Silas in prison, from The Bible Picture Book published by Thomas Nelson, c
3482281 Paul and Silas in prison, from The Bible Picture Book published by Thomas Nelson, c.1950 (litho) by Margetson, William Henry (1861-1940); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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"Captivating Acts: From Operas to Flying Machines and Everything in Between" George Formby strums his ukulele, bringing joy and laughter to audiences worldwide. Giacomo Puccini's timeless melodies continue to enchant opera lovers, leaving them spellbound. The captivating poster for Madama Butterfly transports us into a world of passion and tragedy. Witness the awe-inspiring maiden flight of the BAe146 G-SSSH as it soars through the skies from Hatfield. Brockhall Hospital stands as a testament to compassion and care, providing solace for those in need near Blackburn, Lancashire. Discover the inner workings of a Pianola with this fascinating 1912 guidebook - music brought to life. Colonel Redvers Buller's bravery shines through as he faces adversity during the Zulu War at Inhlobane in 1879. Step right up. Experience the magic under the big top with this vibrant circus poster from Paris. Saint Hermione's unwavering faith inspires generations, reminding us of strength in times of uncertainty. The Ascension of Jesus fills hearts with hope and reminds us that miracles are possible even amidst challenges. Damascus Street takes us back to 1933, offering glimpses into daily life filled with bustling markets and rich history. Witness St Paul's transformative journey on the road to Damascus - an act that changed Christianity forever. 13. Programme design for Gilbert & Sullivan's Princess Ida invites you into a whimsical world where music meets comedy. In each act lies a story waiting to be told – tales that entertain, inspire, or transport us beyond our imagination.