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Monsieur Beaucaire by Booth Tarkington & E G Sutherland
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Monsieur Beaucaire by Booth Tarkington & E G Sutherland
Promotional postcard for Monsieur Beaucaire adapted by Both Tarkington and E. G. Sutherland from Tarkingtons novel of 1900. First produced in England Shakespeare Theatre, Liverpool, 6th October 1902. Showing Gerald Lawrence as Beaucaire with Madge Compton as the heroine And The Entire London Company And Production. After A Triumphant Run of 100 Nights At The Prince Of Wales Theatre, London. Touring to Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 1st September 1924 Date: 1924
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Monsieur Beaucaire
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was a theatrical production based on Booth Tarkington's novel of the same name, which was first brought to life on the English stage by the Shakespeare Theatre in Liverpool on October 6, 1902. The show, which was adapted by Tarkington and E.G. Sutherland, featured Gerald Lawrence in the lead role as Beaucaire, with Madge Compton as the heroine. After an incredibly successful run of 100 nights at the Prince of Wales Theatre in London, the production was set to tour to the Theatre Royal in Nottingham on September 1, 1924. The image on this promotional postcard captures the magic and excitement of this popular entertainment, with the elaborate costumes and expressive facial expressions of the actors bringing the characters to life on the stage. The production of "Monsieur Beaucaire" was not just a play, but a pantomime, or panto, that transported audiences to another world, filled with music, dance, and laughter. The success of "Monsieur Beaucaire" was a testament to the enduring appeal of live theatre and the power of storytelling. The production showcased the best of theatrical artistry, with a talented cast and crew that brought Tarkington's novel to life in a way that captivated audiences and left them wanting more. Whether you were a theatre-goer in Liverpool or Nottingham, "Monsieur Beaucaire" was a must-see production that offered an unforgettable night of popular entertainment.
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