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Matinee in aid of the Concerts of the Front fund, Lady Diana
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Matinee in aid of the Concerts of the Front fund, Lady Diana
A group at Lena Ashwells special matinee at the Lyric Theatre on 29 June 1917, in aid of the Concerts at the Front Fund. A number of society ladies took part and the scene depicted shows the Swinburne Ballet which was a special feature of the entertainment. In the centre is Lady Diana Manners, later Lady Duff Cooper. Numerous matinee performances such as this were organised and acted out by society ladies during the First World War. Date: 1917
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This evocative photograph captures a scene from a special matinee performance at the Lyric Theatre in London on 29 June 1917, in aid of the Concerts at the Front Fund during the First World War. The image features a group of society ladies, including Lady Diana Manners, later Lady Duff Cooper, who are seen here engaged in the Swinburne Ballet, a unique theatrical feature of the entertainment. During the war, numerous matinee performances were organized and acted out by high society women as a means of raising funds for various charities and causes. The Concerts at the Front Fund, in particular, aimed to provide musical and theatrical entertainment for the troops at the front lines. The ladies in this photograph are dressed in elegant costumes, their faces expressive and focused as they perform. The theatrical setting, with its ornate stage and curtains, adds to the sense of grandeur and occasion. The atmosphere is one of unity and determination, as these women came together to support the war effort and bring joy to the troops. The Swinburne Ballet, named after the poet Algernon Charles Swinburne, was a popular and innovative dance company of the time. Its inclusion in this matinee performance would have added an extra layer of excitement and sophistication to the event. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the important role that charity and entertainment played during the First World War, and the resilience and resourcefulness of the society ladies who organized and participated in such events.
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