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Heads Up by J McGowan and P G Smith
Heads Up by John McGowan and Paul Gerard Smith; lyrics Lorenz Hart; music Richard Rodgers. First produced in England at the Palace Theatre, 1st May 1930. The cook, shown here, works on a yacht which apparently carries bootleg liquor. There are two notices on the island: Desert Island and Awfully Private. Alex A. Aarons and Vinton Freedley present. Artist: Hicks. Date: 1930
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This photograph, titled 'Heads Up' by artists John McGowan and Paul Gerard Smith, transports us back to the roaring 1930s, an era of glamour, intrigue, and the allure of the forbidden. The image, featuring a cook at work on a luxurious yacht, sets the stage for a fascinating tale. The yacht, with its sleek design and elegant lines, appears to be concealing a secret - bootleg liquor. The idyllic scene is juxtaposed with the two notices on the nearby island: 'Desert Island' and 'Awfully Private.' The cook, with a determined expression on his face, seems oblivious to the potential danger lurking around him. The moon casts a soft glow over the tranquil waters, adding to the mystique of the moment. This evocative image was first presented on the English stage at the Palace Theatre on May 1, 1930, in the musical 'Heads Up,' with lyrics by Lorenz Hart and music by Richard Rodgers. The production, presented by Alex A. Aarons and Vinton Freedley, was a popular success during the 1930s, a decade known for its theatrical innovations and pantomime productions. The artists, Hicks, John, and Paul Gerard Smith, expertly captured the essence of the era with their stunning depiction of this intriguing scene. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of the arts to transport us to another time and place, and to ignite our imaginations with tales of adventure and intrigue.
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