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Zazel, by G W Hunt
Promotional music sheet for Zazel by G W Hunt, music hall song of 1877, the year the young girl made a sensation by being fired from a cannon. Zazel was the first artiste to perform the act. This seem to show the Royal Aquarium, the central London venue where she first appeared. The songs singer George Leybourne appears on the programme. Date: 1877
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1877 Acrobat Enjoyment Entertainer Hunt Jan19 Marketing Performer Programme Promotional Publicity Sheet Singer Song Musical Zazel
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This music sheet print, dated January 1877, showcases the promotional material for the song "Zazel" by G W Hunt, a musical sensation of the Victorian era. The young girl, identified as Zazel, made history by becoming the first artiste to perform the daring act of being fired from a cannon at the Royal Aquarium, a central London venue renowned for its innovative and thrilling entertainment. The illustration on the sheet features an enchanting scene of Zazel in mid-air, suspended from the cannon's muzzle, with a look of determination and excitement on her face, while a crowd of onlookers below, including the popular music hall singer George Leybourne, watch in awe. The Royal Aquarium's iconic domed roof and ornate architecture can be seen in the background, adding to the grandeur and excitement of the scene. This promotional material served as an essential tool for marketing and advertising the musical act, providing an enticing glimpse into the thrilling world of Victorian leisure and entertainment. The sheet's intricate design and vivid colors showcase the artistic skill of G W Hunt, making it a valuable historical artifact that continues to captivate audiences today.
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