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Lyceum - Scene from "King Charming; or, The Blue Bird of Paradise", 1850. Creator: Unknown. Lyceum - Scene from "King Charming; or, The Blue Bird of Paradise", 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Lyceum - Scene from "King Charming; or, The Blue Bird of Paradise", 1850. Creator: Unknown. Lyceum - Scene from "King Charming; or, The Blue Bird of Paradise", 1850. Creator: Unknown
Lyceum - Scene from "King Charming; or, The Blue Bird of Paradise", 1850. London stage production of James Planche's play. Madame Vestris enacts King Charming with right regal grace: her dress was evidently taken from the state costume of the Nepaulese Ambassador. Mr. Frank Matthews and his wife, as King Henpeckt and his spouse, were admirably comic; and Miss St. George was very fascinating as the heroine. It is impossible to bestow too much praise upon the scenery, painted by Mr. Beverly and Mr. Meadows...The plot of the piece hinges chiefly upon the resolve of a queenly step-mother to marry her own rather than her step-daughter to King Charming, who is accordingly tricked into eloping with the "wrong lady"; and when, on discovering his blunder, he refuses to wed the lady, is transformed by her fairy god-mother into a bird of paradise...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This image is a scene from the 1850 London stage production of James Planche's play, "King Charming; or, The Blue Bird of Paradise." The photograph, taken from an article in the "Illustrated London News," showcases Madame Vestris in the regal role of King Charming. Her costume, inspired by the state attire of the Nepalese Ambassador, exudes an air of grandeur and majesty. Flanking Madame Vestris are Frank Matthews and his wife, who portrayed the comically named King Henpeckt and his spouse. The actress, Miss St. George, can be seen in the foreground, enchanting the audience as the heroine. The production's scenery, painted by Beverly and Meadows, was a sight to behold, receiving much praise for its intricate details and enchanting atmosphere. The plot of the play revolves around a step-mother's determination to marry her own daughter to King Charming, leading to a series of misunderstandings and transformations. When King Charming realizes his error, he refuses to marry the wrong woman, and as a consequence, is transformed into a bird of paradise by his fairy god-mother. This photograph offers a glimpse into the world of Victorian theater, where elaborate costumes, stunning scenery, and captivating performances came together to transport audiences to magical realms. The mystery surrounding the creator of this image only adds to its allure, making it a fascinating piece of historical art and a testament to the power of live performance.
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