Eliza Comes to Stay by H. V. Esmond

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Eliza Comes to Stay by H. V. Esmond

Eliza Comes to Stay by H. V. Esmond. First produced at the Pier Theatre, Brighton, as Sandy and his Eliza on 30th September 1912 and at the Criterion Theatre on 12th December 1913. The caption reads Aint E A Lovely Man? Sandy Verrall is asleep in his London flat. Eliza sits on the arm of the settee. On the floor are plays which Sandy has been reading. Photos show that this is an accurate picture of the scene, with the character Eliza is addressing omitted, and a cherub added on the left. Date: 1913

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Asleep Cherub Eliza Esmond Floor Gazing Hands Lying Manuscripts Plays Sandy Settee Sits Sleeping Sofa Stay Vaudeville

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EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Captivating Moment from H.V. Esmond's "Eliza Comes to Stay" This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet intimacy between the characters Sandy Verrall and Eliza, as depicted in H.V. Esmond's popular play "Eliza Comes to Stay." The scene is set in Sandy's London flat, where he lies asleep on a settee, surrounded by plays and manuscripts that litter the floor. The enchanting Eliza gazes down at him, her hands resting gently in her lap. The image, first produced at the Pier Theatre in Brighton in 1912 and later at the Criterion Theatre in 1913, offers a glimpse into the tender relationship between these two captivating characters. The absence of the character Eliza is addressing adds to the intrigue, leaving the viewer to wonder about the nature of their connection. The cherub on the left, a common decorative motif of the time, adds a touch of whimsy and romance to the scene. This photograph is an accurate representation of the stage production, as evidenced by the available production photos. The image is a testament to the enduring appeal of Esmond's vaudeville play and the magnetic chemistry between its leading characters. Date: 1913 Keywords: Eliza, Comes to Stay, H.V. Esmond, Sandy Verrall, man, men, asleep, sleeping, lying, sits, woman, women, sitting, arm, settee, sofa, gazing, hands, lap, books, manuscripts, plays, floor, cherub, vaudeville.

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