Managers Collection

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Group photo, Claridges Hotel kitchen staff, Mayfair, London W1. Date: 1908

Group photo, Millwall Athletic football team
Millwall Athletic football team for the 1895-1896 season, including Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary and Trainer, as well as the players themselves. circa 1895

Cartoon, theatre managers and Queen Victoria
Cartoon, theatre managers (Irving, Toole, James and Bancroft) besieging Queen Victoria at Windsor. Now that a rumour has gone abroad that Her Majesty will one more give theatrical entertainments at

Group photo, Carlton Hotel kitchen staff, London, posing on the hotel roof in November 1908. Date: 1908

Stage Effects - Fire
Victorian stage managers went to remarkable lengths to achieve realism on the stage - here, one tries to simulate the Great Fire of London

Clerk at his desk in an office in Victorian London, 1876
3478926 Clerk at his desk in an office in Victorian London, 1876; (add.info.: Clerk at his desk in an office in Victorian London, watching as two managers converse)

Tommy Steele court case. Tommy Steele flew in a chartered plane from Blackpool to give evidence in a libel action in Londons High Court

John Kennedy, manager to Tommy Steele, pictured leaving Sabrinas flat. 16th July 1957

The best brains in the football business all got together with one common desire, to put a spark back into English soccer

Sid James at the wedding of John Kennedy to model Paula Noble. They are married at St Jamess Church, near Dorking, Surrey. February 1964

Bobby Charlton talks with Don Revie (Leeds United manager - centre) and Bill Shankly (Liverpool manager - right). Both managers greatly admire Bobby Charltons contribution to football

Interior office design. typical design style of the period, possibly a bank managers office Date: 1960s

Court Lees Approved School, South Godstone, Surrey. Chairman of Managers, Judge Cohen (left), and Headmaster, Denis Haydon

White Star Line, decorative endpapers, presentation book
White Star Line, decorative endpapers of presentation book. Extremely rare T.H. Ismay hardbound volume presented to the managers

The Acting Manager, Mrs D Oyly Carte, 1884 (etching)
1067484 The Acting Manager, Mrs D Oyly Carte, 1884 (etching) by Sickert, Walter Richard (1860-1942); 22.9x22.5 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Royal Coburg Theatre
The theatre was founded in 1818 by James King and Daniel Dunn (formerly managers of the Surrey Theatre in Bermondsey), and John Thomas Serres, then the marine painter to the King

Machnow eating breakfast at the London Hippodrome
Feodor Machnow, the Russian giant, pictured next to his manager and (possibly) members of the staff at the London Hippodrome, eating breakfast during his time performing there

Cartoon, The pantomime is coming
Cartoon, " The World" is withdrawn, but the pantomime is coming. Possibly a reference to an unsuccessful production coming to an end, just before the pantomime season begins

Cartoon, The Theatrical Outlook, Squire Bancroft and John Hollingshead, theatre managers. I am going to get out of it before I am hurt

Cartoon, No More Closing on Ash Wednesday
Cartoon, No More Theatre Closing on Ash Wednesday - Hooray! 1885

Cartoon, Squire Bancroft and General William Booth
Cartoon, Squire Bancroft, actor-manager, and General William Booth of the Salvation Army. To think the little house should come to this! I wonder if he will make as much money here as I did

Cartoon, Mr Arthur Roberts, music hall performer
Cartoon, Mr Arthur Roberts (music hall performer) will sure to be in pocket with managers squabbling over him. 1885

Cartoon, Haymarket Theatre, London
Cartoon, Who will succeed the Bancrofts at the Haymarket? Three theatre managers look up and speculate. 1884

Cartoon, The Amenities of the Circus are positively surprising, showing London circus owners George Sanger (left) and Frederick Charles Hengler (right) with William Holland (centre)

Dan Leons Light Horse, including caricatures of Henry Irving, Beerbohm Tree, R. B. W
3057557 Dan Leons Light Horse, including caricatures of Henry Irving, Beerbohm Tree, R.B. W.S. Penley, Forbes Robertson, and E.P

Squire Bancroft and Marie Effie Wilton, English actors
Cartoon, Sir Squire Bancroft (1841-1926), English actor-manager, and his wife Marie Effie Wilton, Lady Bancroft (1839-1921), English actress and theatre manager

Great Railway strike, LNW managers and clerical staff
Great Railway strike - LNW (London and North Western) Railway managers and clerical staff loading food. 1919

D James and T Thorne, Vaudeville Theatre, London
David James (David Belasco) and Thomas Thorne, first managers of the Vaudeville Theatre, London. 1880

Cartoon, Used Up
Cartoon - Used Up - a comment on Henry Irving and the so-called legitimate theatre. 1884

Triumph motorcycle showroom, Pasadena, California, USA, with George and Hazel Butler behind the counter. Date: 1950s

Governors of the Sovereign Company of the Dutch East India Company
485178 Governors of the Sovereign Company of the Dutch East India Company, early 18th century (engraving) by Netherlandish School

The Armada Tercentenary Commemoration (engraving)
1595513 The Armada Tercentenary Commemoration (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Armada Tercentenary Commemoration)

Mr. Perfect Posing by a Desk, 1952 (screen print)
2630042 Mr. Perfect Posing by a Desk, 1952 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Hints for Managers (engraving)
3637956 Hints for Managers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hints for Managers)

A theatrical figure, possibly Sir Beerbohm Tree, c. 1908 (brush, w / c & ink on paper)
3108936 A theatrical figure, possibly Sir Beerbohm Tree, c.1908 (brush, w/c & ink on paper) by Ospovat, Henry (1877/78-1909); 45.7x29.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Whiteleys Farms: View of factories and managers houses, from the east (b / w photo)
6007019 Whiteleys Farms: View of factories and managers houses, from the east (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shaking a cocktail at the aluminium-faced bar at the noted Albany Club (b / w photo)
5991439 Shaking a cocktail at the aluminium-faced bar at the noted Albany Club (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The First Board of Directors at the Waipu Cooperative Dairy Company, 1899 (b / w photo)
WPU260705 The First Board of Directors at the Waipu Cooperative Dairy Company, 1899 (b/w photo) by New Zealander Photographer (19th century); Waipu Museum, Northland

Gold Cigar Box presented to H R H The Prince of Wales by Actors and Managers of London Theatres
1036519 Gold Cigar Box presented to H R H The Prince of Wales by Actors and Managers of London Theatres, 9 November 1891 (engraving) by English School

Manager Tommy Docherty leaving Chelsea Ground with a methuselah of champagne presented by a Chelsea firm. 19th May 1967

The best brains in the football business all got together with one common desire, to put a spark back into English soccer

Mr A Severn, left, and Mr John Kennedy at the Law Court. 27th April 1964

Model Paula Noble, wife of John Kennedy, of the 400 Club, gave birth to a daughter at the Princess Beatrice Hospital, London, two days ago. 5th June 1966

The Tommy Steele libel suit continues at the Law Courts. Pictured, Mr John Kennedy, right, one of Tommy Steeles managers, on the left is his solicitor David Jacobs. 12th July 1960

John Kennedy, Tommy Steeles 28 year old manager, is engaged to an Australian millionaires daughter, Colleen Field. July 1960

The wedding of John Kennedy to model Paula Noble. They are married at St Jamess Church, near Dorking, Surrey. February 1964

Fashion model Paula Noble, 23, showing her large engagement ring to her fiance John Kennedy, 31, musician manager. 26th November 1963

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"Capturing the Essence of Leadership: Managers Unite for Success. " In a powerful group photo, the Millwall Athletic football team showcases their unwavering determination and strong leadership skills. These they can not just coaches; they are mentors, motivators, and strategists who guide their players towards victory. A whimsical cartoon depicts theatre managers discussing plans with none other than Queen Victoria herself. Their expertise in orchestrating seamless productions is evident as they strive to create unforgettable experiences for audiences. The Carlton Hotel kitchen staff in London proudly poses together, exemplifying teamwork under the guidance of exceptional managers. Their synchronized efforts ensure that every dish served surpasses expectations and delights guests' palates. Stage effects take center stage as fire engulfs the scene, showcasing how skilled managers meticulously plan and execute captivating performances while ensuring everyone's safety behind the scenes. Interior office design becomes an art form when talented managers curate spaces that inspire creativity and productivity. They transform ordinary workplaces into havens where innovation thrives and employees flourish. At Court Lees Approved School, dedicated managers foster growth by providing guidance to young minds seeking a brighter future. Through mentorship and support, these leaders empower students to overcome challenges and unlock their full potential. White Star Line's decorative endpapers adorn a presentation book symbolizing excellence in managerial prowess within the maritime industry. These leaders navigate uncharted waters with finesse, ensuring smooth sailing for both crew members and passengers alike. Even amidst legal battles like Tommy Steele's court case, resourceful managers find solutions to bring people together. In this instance, Tommy Steele chartered a plane from Blackpool to share his talent – all made possible through astute management decisions. Sir Henry Irving's oil on canvas portrait captures his commanding presence as one of history's most revered actors – a testament to his exceptional managerial skills in leading theatrical productions during 1880s England. The St Ives football team demonstrates that success lies not only in individual talent but also in the collective efforts of exceptional managers.