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A Swinburne ballet in aid of Concerts at the Front Fund, WW1
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A Swinburne ballet in aid of Concerts at the Front Fund, WW1
Sketches by Helen McKie, specially made at a dress rehearsal, of the Swinburne ballet to be produced at the Lyric Theatre in aid of the Concerts at the Front fund. The ballet was arranged by Madame Astafieva and the music written by Norman O Neill - both depicted here. Date: 1917
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Ballerina Ballerinas Ballet Charity Concerts Dancer Dancers Fund Fundraising Helen Lyric Madame Mckie Norman Rehearsal Sketches Swinburne
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This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of entertainment during World War I. The image showcases a dress rehearsal of the Swinburne Ballet, an extraordinary production arranged by Madame Astafieva and orchestrated by composer Norman O'Neill, both of whom are depicted in the print. The ballet was set to be performed at the prestigious Lyric Theatre in London, with the primary purpose of raising funds for the Concerts at the Front scheme. During the tumultuous year of 1917, as the First World War raged on, the arts community came together to provide solace and support for the troops. The Concerts at the Front Fund was an initiative that aimed to bring live performances to the soldiers on the front lines, offering them a brief respite from the harsh realities of war. The Swinburne Ballet was one of many such productions that contributed to this noble cause. Helen McKie, a talented artist, was commissioned to create these sketches during the rehearsals, capturing the grace and elegance of the dancers as they prepared for their performance. The ballet, with its captivating choreography and beautiful music, was expected to be a significant success, and the funds raised would go a long way in bringing joy and hope to the soldiers. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the power of art and entertainment to uplift and inspire, even in the darkest of times. The Swinburne Ballet and the Concerts at the Front Fund are but a few examples of the myriad ways in which the creative community came together to support the war effort and bring a semblance of normalcy to the lives of the soldiers.
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