1953 Glasgow Citizens Theatre Programme – What The Stars Foretell World Premiere
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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: 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: What The Stars Foretell – World Premiere Vintage Theatre Programme
Venue: Royal Princess’s Theatre, Glasgow
Date: circa March 1953 (the upcoming show advertises a play starting March 30th)
Company: Glasgow Citizens’ Theatre
Venue: Royal Princess’s Theatre, Glasgow
Date: circa March 1953 (the upcoming show advertises a play starting March 30th)
Company: Glasgow Citizens’ Theatre
Item Overview:
An exceptional historic document for fans of mid-century Scottish drama: an original souvenir theatre programme marking the World Premiere of “What The Stars Foretell.” Written by prominent Scottish author and playwright Robert Kemp, the story takes place in the tower sitting-room of Inchgarvey Castle, situated on an island off the coast of Scotland. The production was directed by Peter Potter and Lea Ashton, with striking stage settings designed and executed by John Wilson.
An exceptional historic document for fans of mid-century Scottish drama: an original souvenir theatre programme marking the World Premiere of “What The Stars Foretell.” Written by prominent Scottish author and playwright Robert Kemp, the story takes place in the tower sitting-room of Inchgarvey Castle, situated on an island off the coast of Scotland. The production was directed by Peter Potter and Lea Ashton, with striking stage settings designed and executed by John Wilson.
Main Cast and Characters (in order of appearance):
- Mrs. Macdonald – Madeleine Christie
- Rachel Craig – Iris Russell
- Ed Hanson – Ted Follows
- Hamish Macdonald – Ian Macnaughton
- Lord Belgorney – Andrew Keir
- Bain – Roddy Macmillan
- Archie Bethune of Belgorney – Michael Elder
- Walter Plinge – Walter Plinge
- Mrs. Macphail – Marillyn Gray
Key Features and Historical Interest:
- Elite Scottish Cast: Features early, career-defining performances from legends of Scottish television, radio, and cinema. Leading the cast are Andrew Keir (celebrated for his later Hollywood and Hammer Horror roles) and Roddy Macmillan. It also features Ian Macnaughton, who would later achieve global television fame as the primary director for Monty Python’s Flying Circus.
- Vintage Mid-Century Scottish Advertising: Includes beautiful, nostalgic local ads from iconic post-war businesses in Glasgow and the surrounding areas:
- Saxone Shoe Shops (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 and Televisions (Buchanan Street)
- John Smith and Sons Booksellers (St. Vincent Street)
- S.C.W.S. / Co-op Saving Dividends (featuring classic mid-century fashion illustration on the back cover)
- Condition Notes: The programme is in very good vintage condition. It exhibits minor handling wear, rusty staples typical age-related paper toning, and clean interior text pages. It is complete with no missing pages, cutouts, or loose sheets.
I am selling a special
collection of vintage theatre programme. This is a very wonderful, lovely & collectable item for any
theatre/Opera enthusiasts.
collection of vintage theatre programme. This is a very wonderful, lovely & collectable item for any
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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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