1945 Alexandra Theatre Birmingham Programme – A Soldier For Christmas WW2 Era
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Used
"This lovely Original programme remains in very good condition for its age. For full cast please see other Pictures. Please see the picture as it forms part of the description. All items are described to the best of my ability, any mistakes are completely unintentional~ We accept returns for any reason within 30 days of receiving your order.””"
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Item Specifics
Sub-Type: Programmes
Type: Theatre
Signed: No
Time Period: 1940's
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Date: 1940s
Condition: Used
Seller note: This lovely Original programme remains in very good condition for its age. For full cast please see other Pictures. Please see the picture as it forms part of the description. All items are described to the best of my ability, any mistakes are completely unintentional~ We accept returns for any reason within 30 days of receiving your order.””
Item description
Title: A Soldier for Christmas – Vintage Theatre Programme
Venue: Alexandra Theatre, John Bright Street, Birmingham
Date: Commencing Monday, July 2nd, 1945
Company: Derek Salberg’s Repertory Company
Venue: Alexandra Theatre, John Bright Street, Birmingham
Date: Commencing Monday, July 2nd, 1945
Company: Derek Salberg’s Repertory Company
Item Overview:
An authentic, original theater programme from the immediate post-WWII era (July 1945). The featured play is “A Soldier for Christmas,” a comedy written by Reginald Beckwith and produced by Philip Stainton. This piece offers a fantastic snapshot of mid-century British theatre history and wartime social life.
An authentic, original theater programme from the immediate post-WWII era (July 1945). The featured play is “A Soldier for Christmas,” a comedy written by Reginald Beckwith and produced by Philip Stainton. This piece offers a fantastic snapshot of mid-century British theatre history and wartime social life.
Main Cast and Characters (in order of appearance):
- Mrs. Ferguson – Beryl Johnstone
- Phoebe (her Daughter) – Iris Russell
- Brenda Nicholls (her Cousin) – Pauline Loring
- Ronald Vines (her Billeting Officer) – Hugh Kelly
- Mrs. Jones (her Cook) – Doris Pallet
- Mr. Ferguson (her Husband) – Vernon Fortescue
- Pte. Macenzio (their Guest) – Patrick Alleyn
- Milly Smith (her ex-Maid) – Vanda Godsell
- Lady Daubeny – Gladys Tudor
- Mrs. Jarvis (her Charwoman) – Eileen Draycott
Key Features & Historical Interest:
- Notable Talent: Features several notable character actors of the period, including Vanda Godsell and Iris Russell, who both went on to have extensive careers in British television.
- Vintage Advertising: Features wonderful, bold mid-century local advertisements from iconic Birmingham businesses, including a prominent front cover ad for W.H. Priestley & Sons Pianos and a back cover spread for Mitchells & Butlers “Good Honest Beer” and Atkinsons Ales.
- WWII Social History: Includes a dedicated “Air Raids” safety advisory section on the back page detailing instructions and nearby air raid shelter locations (Heath’s Garage and Station Street).
- Condition Notes: The programme is in vintage, used condition. It shows light aging, minor edge wear, and a handwritten name in pencil on the back margin (“John Duckwith – 153 Charles End…”), which adds to its unique historical provenance. Complete with no missing pages.
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Great quality and price, as described, seamless transaction, thanks so much for this wonderful piece of theatrical memorabilia! 🌟
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Great quality and price, seamless transaction, thanks so much for this wonderful piece of theatrical memorabilia! 🌟
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Great piece of theatrical memorabilia, thanks so much! 10/10
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