King’s Theatre and Hippodrome poster, 17 March 1913
Poster
King’s Theatre and Hippodrome Poster, Dundee, 1913
Object details
- Object type
- Poster
- Production date
- Mar 1913
- Dimensions
- 89.0 x 43.0 cm
- Museum number
- MH/KT/005
Source collection
Local History Centre Poster Collection, Dundee Central Library
The object’s story
Object Description
Poster advertising a variety programme headed by The Three Lyres and Charlotte Parry in Into the Light at Dundee’s King’s Theatre and Hippodrome during the week beginning 17 March 1913. The bill also featured musicians, comedians and novelty performers.
Transcription
THE THREE LYRES
Tinkling Tunes to Tickle the Taste of the Tired Theatre-goer.
CHARLOTTE PARRY
In “INTO THE LIGHT”
A Psychological Fantasy by Frank Lyman.
THE SEASON’S SENSATION!
ARTHUR CROXON
Entertainer
First Visit to the District of the Wonderful Young Violinist
KATRINA!
And the Famous Composer Pianist, Herbert Langbourne.
These Great Ensemble Virtuosi are from Queen’s Hall, London Hippodrome, etc., and have appeared before Royalty, by Command.
TOPSY JOHNSON
In her Charming Vocal Scene, entitled “DRIFTING.”
THE WORLD’S EVENTS
Day by Day, on the Kingscope (Time permitting).
FRANK POWELL
Burlesque Character Comedian.
JACK KELLY
The Australian Frontiersman (No. 4838) Capt.
Brother of the Famous “Ned Kelly,” the Notorious Iron-Clad Australian Bushranger.
Assisted by Miss Violet Kelly,
The only Female Whip Expert in the World.
Next Week
ALBERT WHELAN
Prices
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Boxes: 10s 6d
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Box Seat: 2s 6d
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Orchestra Stalls: 1s 6d
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Early Doors (Orchestra Stalls): 1s 9d
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Stalls & Circle: 1s
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Early Doors (Stalls & Circle): 1s 3d
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Pit: 6d
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Early Doors (Pit): 9d
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Gallery: 3d
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Early Doors (Gallery): 4d