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King’s Theatre and Hippodrome poster, 22 December 1913

Large red, blue, and white theatre poster for the King’s Theatre and Hippodrome, Dundee, advertising the Christmas pantomime Robinson Crusoe from 22 December 1913. The poster features the production title in oversized red lettering, lists the cast and performance dates, and promotes a full London chorus, ballet, and speciality act, the Six Dollars.
King's Theatre and Hippodrome poster, 22 December 1913. Local History Centre Poster Collection, Dundee Central Library.

Poster

King’s Theatre and Hippodrome poster, 22 December 1913

Object details

Object type
Poster
Production date
Dec 1913
Dimensions
89.0 x 43.0 cm
Museum number
MH/KT/045

Source collection
Local History Centre Poster Collection, Dundee Central Library

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The object’s story

Object Description

This poster advertises Dundee’s Christmas pantomime Robinson Crusoe, presented by Harry Burns from 22 December 1913 for a two-week run. Featuring a large cast, chorus, ballet, speciality acts, and elaborate scenery, the production offered festive family entertainment at the height of the Edwardian theatre season.

Transcription
KING’S THEATRE AND HIPPODROME, DUNDEE

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King’s Theatre (1909 – )

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