1977 Theatre Programme The Frontiers of Farce Leonard Rossiter Dilys Laye
Condition:
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: 1970s
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Date: 1970s
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
This is an original vintage theatre programme from the Ashcroft Theatre at Fairfield Halls in Croydon. It dates from January to February 1977 for the production of “The Frontiers of Farce,” a double-bill of classic farces adapted and directed by the acclaimed playwright Peter Barnes following its initial run at the Old Vic Theatre.
Production Details:
- Plays: The Purging by Georges Feydeau and The Singer by Frank Wedekind
- Adapter & Director: Peter Barnes
- Venue: Ashcroft Theatre, Fairfield Halls, Croydon
- Dates: Monday 24th January to Saturday 5th February 1977
- Set Designer: Michael Annals
The Star Cast Includes:
- Leonard Rossiter (star of the iconic sitcoms Rising Damp and Reginald Perrin)
- Dilys Laye
- Peter Bayliss
- John Phillips
Charming Vintage Local & Camera Advertisements:
The programme booklet contains wonderful late-1970s advertisements and illustrations:
The programme booklet contains wonderful late-1970s advertisements and illustrations:
- A fantastic period ad for The Camera Centre showcasing Fujica SLR cameras (models ST 705, ST 801, ST 605, and ST 901) with their exact 1977 pricing.
- Dees of Croydon Ford Main Dealer on Brighton Road, featuring a classic 1970s Ford model illustration.
- Le Pigalle Internationale restaurant and dance rendezvous on High Street, Croydon.
- Contour Lingerie at the Whitgift Centre, Croydon.
- Prowting Estates advertising properties at Selsdon Ridge.
- An editorial essay titled “Vocal Variations” by the noted theatre critic Eric Shorter.
Condition:
The programme is in good vintage condition. The staple binding is secure, and all interior pages are complete, clean, and entirely intact. The bold red cover shows only very minor natural storage and handling wear along the edges, typical for an authentic theatre item of this age. Please see the provided photographs to examine the exact condition details.
The programme is in good vintage condition. The staple binding is secure, and all interior pages are complete, clean, and entirely intact. The bold red cover shows only very minor natural storage and handling wear along the edges, typical for an authentic theatre item of this age. Please see the provided photographs to examine the exact condition details.
An excellent find for collectors of vintage theatre memorabilia, fans of Leonard Rossiter, or anyone interested in the history of Croydon and the West End stage.
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
theatre/Opera enthusiasts.
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purchases can be combined, where possible, to save on postage.
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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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