Noel Coward "BLITHE SPIRIT" Irene Browne / Ursula Jeans 1942 Bournemouth Program

Description

This is a rare programme (playbill) from the week of May 25th, 1942 for the Provincial Tour engagement of the classic NOEL COWARD comedy "BLITHE SPIRIT" at the Bournemouth Pavilion in Bournemouth, England. (The
Original West End production
opened July 2nd, 1941 at London's Piccadilly Theatre, transferred first to St. James' Theatre, then settled into the Duchess Theatre, running for 1997 performances while simultaneously playing on the road.) ..... The cast included HELEN LACY, IRENE BROWNE, RONALD SQUIRE, DEERING WELLS, RACHEL KEMPSON, AGNES LAUCHLAN and URSULA JEANS ..... CREDITS: Book by NOEL COWARD; Sets designed by G. E. CALTHROP; Directed by NOEL COWARD; Produced by H. M. TENNENT LTD. in association with JOHN C. WILSON ..... DETAILS: The eight page playbill measures 5" X 4" inches and includes full production credits, cast list and synopsis of scenes, but no cast photos or bios. The program also includes the credits for the Municipal Orchestra concerts on May 24th, 1942 with soloists George Baker, Cecil White and Percy Whitlock and on May 28th, 1942 with soloist Moiseiwitsch on the pianoforte ..... CONDITION: With the exception of moderate creasing, this rare playbill is in excellent condition and will make a wonderful addition to the collection of any theatre aficionado or historian. This item will be carefully packaged in a protective, carded sleeve and backed by stiff cardboard.