RepositoryUniversity of Roehampton: Archives and Special Collections
LevelFile
Reference NumberMC/3/6/GS
Creator NameMonica Collingwood
TitleGala and state performance programmes and playbills
Date25 April 1949-17 July 1974
Extent2 bundles; 22 items
DescriptionFile consists of ballet and opera programmes and playbills at the Royal Opera House, Sadler's Wells Theatre and the Theatre Royal. Programmes commemorate special performances in attendance of one or more members of the Royal Family, at times in company of a foreign head of state or Royal House. Most programmes are of high quality paper and photographs including decorative binding and tassels. Many playbills include a ticket price list.
LanguageEnglish
Physical DescriptionA few playbills include short inscriptions in hand commenting on the performance; one includes a note on the tickets ordered and prices paid.
Access StatusOpen
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