1953 Glasgow Citizens Theatre Programme – The Warld’s Wonder World Premiere
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"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: 1950s
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Date: 1950s
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: The Warld’s Wonder – World Premiere Vintage Theatre Programme
Venue: Royal Princess’s Theatre, Glasgow
Date: Commencing Monday, May 11th, 1953
Company: Glasgow Citizens’ Theatre
Venue: Royal Princess’s Theatre, Glasgow
Date: Commencing Monday, May 11th, 1953
Company: Glasgow Citizens’ Theatre
Item Overview:
An exceptional piece of Scottish theatrical history: an original 1953 souvenir programme for the World Premiere of “The Warld’s Wonder.” Written by celebrated Scottish Renaissance playwright Alexander Reid, this fantasy drama in prose and verse centers around the legendary medieval wizard Michael Scot. Produced by Peter Potter with stage settings designed by John Wilson, this premiere was a milestone event for mid-century Scottish theater.
An exceptional piece of Scottish theatrical history: an original 1953 souvenir programme for the World Premiere of “The Warld’s Wonder.” Written by celebrated Scottish Renaissance playwright Alexander Reid, this fantasy drama in prose and verse centers around the legendary medieval wizard Michael Scot. Produced by Peter Potter with stage settings designed by John Wilson, this premiere was a milestone event for mid-century Scottish theater.
Main Cast and Characters (in order of appearance):
- Michael Scot (The Wizard) – Andrew Keir
- The Free Booter – Lea Ashton
- Jeems – Roddy Macmillan
- Laird o’ Clardykes – Michael Elder
- Jeannie – Iris Russell
- Jock – James Gilbert
- The Bellman-Bailie – Paul Curran
- The Provost’s Wife – Madeleine Christie
- The Bear-leader – Robert Grayson
- The Dancing Bear – Mary Wylie
- The Scoopy Man – Alistair Wilson
- Vegetable Man – Peter Stuart Smith
- The Vegetable Wife – Marillyn Gray
- Willie – Daniel Caldwell
- The Priest – Robert Grayson
Key Features and Historical Interest:
- Major Star Power: Stars the legendary Scottish actor Andrew Keir (famous for Hammer Horror films, Cleopatra, and Doctor Who) in one of his landmark early stage roles as the wizard Michael Scot. It also features beloved character actors Roddy Macmillan and Paul Curran.
- Vintage Mid-Century Scottish Advertising: Includes beautiful, nostalgic local ads from iconic post-war businesses in Glasgow and the surrounding areas:
- Saxone Shoes (Sauchiehall Street and Buchanan Street)
- Scottish Trust Hotels (featuring the Crawford Hotel, Clydesdale Hotel, and others)
- McGavin’s Mavara Tea
- Coopers Restaurant (Howard Street)
- Paterson Sons and Company Pianos (Buchanan Street)
- John Smith and Sons Booksellers (St. Vincent Street)
- S.C.W.S. / Co-op Saving Dividends (featuring classic mid-century graphic design on the back cover)
- Condition Notes: The programme is in very good vintage condition. It exhibits minor handling wear, typical age-related paper toning, and clean interior text pages. It is complete with no missing pages or cutouts.
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collection of vintage theatre programme. This is a very wonderful, lovely & collectable item for any
theatre/Opera enthusiasts.
I am also selling a special collection of Antiques and other Collectibles, Military Memorabilia, Sports Memorabilia and Theatre & Cinema memorabilia, Books Comics & Magazines. Please check out my other items! and add me to your favourite list.
Payment can be made
via PayPal, UK cheque or postal order whilst overseas customers can also send
payment via PayPal or email me for alternative methods.
Multiple
purchases can be combined, where possible, to save on postage.
260901
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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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