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Cairo at His Majestys Theatre, London
Cairo at His Majestys Theatre, London - Hast thou been to Mecca? Musical by Oscar Asche, music by Percy Fletcher, first produced October 1921. In America the show was renamed Mecca. In the UK, the Lord Chamberlain (censor) objected to a scene containing a lot of bare flesh which appeared to be an orgy - the issue was solved by Asche with a change of costume. Date: 1921
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Media ID 14402119
© The Michael Diamond Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1921 Asche Cairo Exotic Fletcher Hast Mecca Orientalism Oscar Percy Performance Rider Thou Exoticism Musical
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.9cm (15.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Cairo at His Majesty's Theatre, London: A Glimpse into the Exotic East during the Roaring Twenties Step back in time to 1921 and experience the allure of the East at His Majesty's Theatre in London, as depicted in this photograph from the production of "Cairo" by Oscar Asche, with music by Percy Fletcher. The musical, first produced in October 1921, was an extravagant display of orientalism and exoticism that transported audiences to the mystical lands of the Middle East. The show, which was originally titled "Mecca" in America, was met with controversy in the UK when the Lord Chamberlain (the British censor) objected to a scene containing an abundance of bare flesh, perceived as an orgy. To resolve the issue, Asche made a simple yet effective change to the costumes, ensuring the production could continue to enchant London audiences. The photograph showcases the opulent set design and the captivating performers, dressed in vibrant, intricately detailed costumes that evoked the rich culture and history of the Middle East. With its enchanting music and dazzling production, "Cairo" was a must-see spectacle of the 1920s entertainment scene. As you gaze upon this image, imagine the excitement and wonder that filled the theatre as the orchestra struck up the first notes and the curtain rose, revealing a world far removed from the bustling streets of London. The allure of the East was irresistible, and for a few hours, audiences were transported to the magical land of Cairo.
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