The Great Adventure by Arnold Bennett
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The Great Adventure by Arnold Bennett
Promotional postcard from The Great Adventure by Arnold Bennett, adapted from his 1908 novel Buried Alive. First produced Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, 15th July 1912 and Kingsway Theatre, 25th March 1913. The reporters and cameramen are outside the house of Ilam Carve, an eminent painter, wrongly believed to have died. Artist: George Morrow. Touring to Princes Theatre, Bristol, 2nd November 1914 Date: 1914
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Adventure Arnold Bennett Bristol Cameramen Morrow Panto Pantomime Reporters
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The Great Adventure: A Theatrical Spectacle of Intrigue and Suspense from the Pen of Arnold Bennett This evocative promotional postcard from the 1914 production of "The Great Adventure" at the Princes Theatre in Bristol invites us into the world of this popular play, based on Arnold Bennett's 1908 novel "Buried Alive." The image captures the excitement and anticipation outside the house of Ilam Carve, an eminent painter, who has been wrongly believed to have died. The scene is set in the early 1900s, a time when theatres were the primary source of mass entertainment. The crowd gathered outside Ilam Carve's house consists of reporters and cameramen, eager to document any developments in the unfolding drama. Their presence speaks to the growing influence of the media in shaping public opinion and the increasing popularity of theatrical productions. The artist, George Morrow, masterfully captures the mood of the moment, with the dark, ominous sky looming overhead and the determined faces of the reporters and cameramen below. The image is a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring allure of the stage. First produced at the Theatre Royal in Portsmouth in 1912 and later at the Kingsway Theatre in 1913, "The Great Adventure" was a theatrical sensation during the early years of the 20th century. The play's intricate plot, filled with suspense and intrigue, made it a must-see production for audiences across the United Kingdom. As we look at this postcard, we are transported back in time to an era when the theatre was the heart of popular entertainment and the power of storytelling knew no bounds. Join us as we delve deeper into the world of "The Great Adventure" and uncover the secrets that lie within the walls of Ilam Carve's house.
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