Martin, David Nathaniel, 1898-1958

Date: 1954

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1954

Description: Includes: By arrangement with M Paul Derval and Bernard Delfont, David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the world famous "Folies Bergere Revue" (With Sonya Corbeau, Norman Vaughan, Bert Duke, Charly Wood, Trio Daresco, Guy Nelson, Renita Kramer, Bouna, Frank Cook, Chevalier Brothers, Lowe and Ladd, orchestra under Hal Moschetti). St James Theatre Wellington [1954]. Programme By arrangement with M Paul Derval and Bernard Delfont, David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the world famous "Folies Bergere Revue" (With Sonya Corbeau, Norman Vaughan, Bert Duke, Charly Wood, Trio Daresco, Guy Nelson, Renita Kramer, Bouna, Frank Cook, Chevalier Brothers, Lowe and Ladd, orchestra under Hal Moschetti). His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin [1954]. Programme David N Martin and R J Kerridge present world's most famous production "Folies Bergere" (Joie de Vivre), staged and produced by Ralton R James (With Ella Shields, Alphonse Berge, Kenny Brenna and La Mar, Jack Murray and Connie Hobbs, Warren Latona & Sparks, the six De Pauls, Chord & Discord, Ormonde Douglas, Kath Crawford, Jack Murray). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland [1954]. Programme New Zealand Registered Nurses' Association. Wellington Branch: "It's in the bag" and "Money Go Round"; concert arranged by nurses. Town Hall Wellington, 9 November [1954]. Programme Tumbleweeds variety show (With Bill Wolfgramm's Hawaiians, Esclante [Escalante?], Watson Raines, Cole Wilson and his Tumbleweeds, Cole & Nola Hewitt, Watson & Terry). [Opera House, 18 November 1954]. Programme, printed by Stewart Smith & Hall, Dunedin Quantity: 4 theatre programmes. Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1940 - 1949

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-B-CABOT-Variety-1940s

Description: Includes programmes and fliers for the following: 1940: Wellington Provincial Centennial Memorial Monster Carnival. April 1st to April 10th [1940] at Hutt Recreation Ground. Programme / flier (lists opening by Walter Nash, monster procession, marching exhibition, military gymkhana, Boy Scouts Jamboree, Jenkins' Circus, Maori entertainment under Hapi Love, Football match Eastbourne vs Wanganui Technical College Old Boys, Gala Queen's entertainment, fireworks display) "Switzerland". J C Williamson's super ice show. Programme. J C Williamson's gloriously beautiful extravaganza "Switzerland", ice show and ballet. Proceeds for the sick, wounded and distressed war fund. Farewell performance in New Zealand. Grand Opera House. 29 May 1940. Programme. Grand pageant and celebrity concert. Wellington Town Hall. 18 September 1940. Programme. 1942: The Great Levante presents the London Palladium Crazy Show. 50 brilliant artists including 6 genuinely funny comedians also New Zealand's famous ventriloquist George Tolerton who will present his irresistably humorous masterwork "Chuckles with Jerry". Grand Opera House, 12 June [1942] Promotional flier with photographs of Robert Butt, Miss Esme Levant, Ronald Shand, Ed Edwards, Miss Doris Whimp, and George Tolerton with "Jerry". (3 copies) The Great Levante presents by arrangement with J C Williamson Theatre Ltd. The Crazy Show. Girls ... Gaiety ... Legs ... Laughter. Theatre Royal Christchurch, 14 May 1942. Programme. The Great Levante presents by arrangement with J C Williamson Theatre Ltd. The Crazy Show. Girls ... Gaiety ... Legs ... Laughter. Grand Opera House Wellington, 12 June 1942. Programme. The Great Levante presents by arrangement with J C Williamson Theatre Limited, the London Palladium Crazy Show, featuring the international Crazy Gang, 6 brilliant comedians, and George Tolerton's presentation of "Chuckles with Jerry". Small poster on card (2 copies)\ 1944: New Zealand's musical clown Fred Carlson. A riot of laughter!! A feast of music!! [ca 1944?] 1945: Stanley McKay has pleasure in presenting his "Gaieties of 1945" (Vaudeville-Revue) in the latest up-to-the-minute production "Back again". Hobart programme. Stanley McKay has pleasure in presenting his "Gaieties of 1945" (Vaudeville-Revue) in the latest up-to-the-minute production "The Sparkling Forties". Hobart programme. 1947: International Entertainments Ltd proudly present the All-Australian "Kangaroosters" headed by George Wallace jr in "This was the army", by men and women of the forces. His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin, 21 May 1947. Programme. David N Martin and R J Kerridge present Tivoli International Celebrity Vaudeville Revue Company starring London's favourite comedienne Jenny Howard. Civic Theatre Marton, 9 April 1947. Promotional flier with photographs of Jenny Howard, Muriel Gardner and Marvin Kane, Eddie Gordon, Six Flying De Pauls, Elimar, Musical Macs, Val Jellay, Clifford Guest, Buster Noble and The Maxwells. (2 copies) David N Martin and R J Kerridge present the world's famous vaudeville revue "Folies Bergere, Joie-de-Vivre. St James Theatre Wellington, commencing 19 November 1947. Programme. 1943 or 1948: Opera House Wellington. George Tolerton proudly presents his company of overseas celebrities in a real Variety Show. First appearance in New Zealand of England's atomic comic Lou Cottam [and] Royston (ventriloquist), Olga Kaye (soubrette), Nellie Kolle (male impersonator), Stewart Harvey (The Voice). Crazy Quiz. Opera House Wellington, 12 - 19 June [1943 or 1948]. 1949: Northland Talent Quest. Whangarei elimination contests, commencing 11 May. Town Hall Whangarei, and weekly for eight weeks, concluding 29 June 1949. Flier / entry form. Barton's Follies. Willie Berrigan, 3 Flying Kelroys, Jandy, Clarissa, Jerry Keogh, Bonnie Barton, Joan Kelroy, Bill Brady, Colin Gerald, The Kalmas, Miss Carolina, Buddy Morley, Vera Dunn, John Kennedy. Playhouse, ex Prince Edward Theatre, opening September 30th 1949. Flier. (2 copies) Barton's Follies. Huge Waterproof Marquee Theatre. Direct from overseas, 40 star artists. Tonight and every night. Willie Berrigan, Three Flying Kelroys, Jandy, Clarrissa, Jerry Keogh, Bonnie Barton, Val Jellay, Elvir Ferguson, Colin Gerald, Hal Lennon, Miss Carolina, Buddy Morley, Vera Dunn, June Phillips, John Kennedy. Flier. Barton's Follies. Do not miss Barton's Follies 1949 tour of New Zealand. Promotional pamphlet with photographs of Jandy (clown), Clarissa (contortionist), Willie Berrigan (clown), Vera Dunne (comedienne), The Kelrys (roller and balancing act). (7 copies) Quantity: 17 programmes and fliers. Physical Description: Printed programmes and fliers, under 300 mm. Provenance: The collection of Mr Charles Cabot, donated by Mrs Beatrice Cabot in the 1970s.

Date: 1952

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1952

Description: Includes: Celebrity Theatre Pty Ltd, Harry Wren director, presents the brilliant musical revue, "Gay Fiesta", with a cast of 60 overseas stars. Famous Queen of song Miss Gladys Moncrieff, and George Wallace senior. Gala opening, His Majesty's Theatre (Auckland), 6 February [1952]. Programme Miss Gladys Moncrieff and George Wallace senior for the first time together. The brilliant musical revue "Gay fiesta" with a cast of 60 overseas stars. Grand Opera House Wellington, 23 February 1952. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge will present Armand Perren's "Ice Follie". Tivoli. His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin [1952]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents Armand Perren's "Ice follie", produced and directed by Armand Perren. Theatre Royal Christchurch, 4 July 1952. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents Armand Perren's "Ice follie". St James Theatre Auckland. New Zealand season commenced 29 February 1952. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents Armand Perren's "Ice follie". St James Theatre Wellington, 12 May 1952. Programme (2 copies) Joe Taylor presents his "Sydney Celebrity Club on parade". World entertainers headed by Hollywood star Cliff Edwards, Egyptian Guili Guili, American Paul Regan. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 6 December 1952. Programme Joe Taylor presents his NZ tour of the Club Celebrity Sydney "On parade". (With Edwin Duff, Al Reynolds, Pamela Jopson, Glen Marks, Lucky Grills, Alex Matison, Trevor Young, the Delacadoes, Paul Regan). 1952-1953. Programme (With Wellington advertisements) (2 copies) New York Theatre productions proudly present Virgil, the premier international illusionist, and his mystery revue "Magicana". His Majesty's Theatre, Dunedin, 18 April 1952. Programme New York Theatre productions proudly present Virgil, the premier international illusionist, and his mystery revue "Magicana". Grand Opera House, 12 March 1952. Programme New York Theatre productions proudly present Virgil, the premier international illusionist, and his mystery revue "Magicana". His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 31 May 1952. Programme. Quantity: 11 theatre programmes.. Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1950 - 1959

From: [The Marjorie Saunders collection of theatre ephemera, collected by Arthur Saunders. 1940-2006].

Reference: Eph-A-SAUNDERS-VARIETY-1950s

Description: Includes: The Great Jansen (Magician). Souvenir programme flyer. [1950s?] 2 copies. "The talk of the town" and "Mother Goose". David N Martin and R J Kerridge. Starring Ben Wrigley. Wellington 1950. Programme. The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Benghazi". Grand Opera House Wellington. 1951. Programme. David N Martin and R J Kerridge. "Ice follies". St James Theatre Wellington. 12 May 1952. Programme. The Kiwis Revue Company in their latest revue "Cassino". Grand Opera House Wellington 1 July 1953. Programme (2 copies) The Tommy Trinder Show. Grand Opera House Wellington. [February? 1953]. Programme. (2 copies) R J Kerridge and Armand Perren. "Spice and Ice" international variety & skating personalities combined on stage and ice. Auckland ca 1954. Programme. "Rose Marie on Ice". Grand Opera House Wellington. 26 May 1955. Programme. Jean Sablon, "The voice of Paris". Grand Opera House Wellington. 4 April 1955. Programme. David N Martin and R J Kerridge. "Peep Show; a joyous revue of merriment and fun featuring world stars of variety". ca 1956. Programme. (2 copies) Joe Brown's "Search for the Stars" Grand New Zealand tour, Invercargill to Whangarei, May 2 to July 18 [1959]. Souvenir programme. Regent Theatre Carterton. Grand Variety Concert. Sunday 2 August 1959. Programme. Regent Theatre Carterton. Grand variety concert, Sunday 19 July 1959. programme. Boy Scouts Association, Wellington Province present "Gang Show". Opera House 31 August 1959. Music and lyrics by Ralph Reader. Programme. Quantity: 14 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Booklets, approximately 230 mm in height.

Date: 1947 - 1948

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1947/1948

Description: Includes: David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit Australia in association with R J Kerridge presents the American musical revue success "Artists and models", starring Jenny Howard. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 21 February 1947. Programme. David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit Australia in association with R J Kerridge presents the American revue success "Artists and models", starring Jenny Howard. Grand Opera House Wellington, 19 April 1947. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit Australia in association with R J Kerridge presents the American revue success "Artists and models", starring Jenny Howard. Theatre Royal Christchurch, commencing 17 May 1947. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit Australia in association with R J Kerridge present the American musical revue success "Artists and models", starring Jenny Howard. New Zealand tour 1947. J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present Professor Enrico Ceccarelli in his amazing demonstrations of the hypnotic power of mind over matter. Australasian tour [1948]. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present Professor Enrico Ceccarelli in his amazing demonstrations of the hypnotic power of mind over matter. New Zealand tour [1948]. Programme Tivoli Circuit Australia Pty Ltd, David N Martin, and R J Kerridge presents the world famous vaudeville revue "Folies bergere" staged by Ralton R James (With Ella Shields, Alphonse Berge, Latasha and Laurence, The Kwam Brothers, Warren Latona & Sparks, Jack and Connie Hobbs, Chord and Discord, Pat Kenny, Ormonde Douglas, Bette Linke, Jean Cameron, Donald Davies, the Bridges Trio). Theatre Royal Christchurch, 7 October 1947. Programme Tivoli Circuit Australia Pty Ltd, David N Martin, and R J Kerridge presents the world famous vaudeville revue "Folies bergere" staged by Ralton R James. Second New Zealand tour 1947. Programme Tivoli Circuit Australia Pty Ltd, David N Martin, and R J Kerridge presents the world famous vaudeville revue "Folies bergere" staged by Ralton R James (With Maisie Merlin, Jack Murray, Ella Shields, Alphonse Berge, Latasha and Lawrence, The Kwam Brothers, Warren Latona & Sparks, Bunny Westney, Chord & Discord, Ormonde Douglas, Kenny Brenna & La Mar, the Bridges Trio). St James Theatre Wellington, commencing 19 November 1947. Programme David N Martin and R J Kerridge present America's glamorous singing star of cinema, stage and radio, Lillian Roth in the newest and most glamorous Tivoli production, "Forever glamour", a Ralton R James production. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 8 August 1947. Programme David N Martin and R J Kerridge present Ella Shields in the smash hit revue "Forever glamour". St James Theatre Wellington, commencing 27 November 1947. Programme David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit Australia and R J Kerridge present the London Screamline Laff Riot "It's foolish but it's fun", starring Jenny Howard. New Zealand tour 1947. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit Australia and R J Kerridge present the London Screamline Laff Riot "It's foolish but it's fun", starring Jenny Howard. Grand Opera House Wellington, 9 May 1947. Programme. David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit Australia and R J Kerridge present the London Screamline Laff Riot "It's foolish but it's fun", starring Jenny Howard. Theatre Royal Christchurch, commencing 3 July 1947. Programme (2 copies) International Entertainments proudly present their all-Australian ex-Army show, the "Kangaroosters" headed by George Wallace jnr, in the new style intimate revue "Blitz and pieces". Grand Opera House, 11 August 1947. Programme. International Entertainments proudly present their all-Australian ex-Army show, the "Kangaroosters" headed by George Wallace jnr, in the new style intimate revue "Blitz and pieces". Programme and ticket for performance at Victoria Theatre Westport on 26 June 1947. Ophir Rees [Overseas] Radiant Revue Company [in] "Watch your step". (With Joe Lawman, Jandy (clown), Royston (ventriloquist), Siscos (jugglers), Jarrett (clown), The Morrells (yodelling, hillbilly). New Zealand tour programme, and ticket for a performance at the Victoria Theatre Westport on 9 January 1947. The new Ophir Rees Show 1947-48. Sparkling London musical revue "Nylons and nonsense; a show of joyous abandon". New Zealand tour 1947-48. Programme The new Ophir Rees Show 1947-48. Sparkling London musical revue "Nylons and nonsense; a show of joyous abandon". Grand Opera House, 15 November 1947. Programme. The new Ophir Rees Show 1947-48. Sparkling London musical revue "Nylons and nonsense; a show of joyous abandon". New Zealand tour. Programme, and ticket for performance at Victoria Theatre Westport, 23 January 1948 Return and farewell season (prior to sailing for Australia). Ophir Rees presents his second carnival of fun!! "Follow me around". Grand Opera House Wellington, 27 February - 9 March 1948. Programme. The Kangaroosters headed by George Wallace jnr in the new style intimate revue "This was the army". Grand Opera House, commencing 30 July 1947. Programme George Tollerton proudly presents his Real Variety Show. Grand Opera House, commencing Saturday 12 June 1948. Programme. Royal Society of St George (Wellington Branch). Grand concert entertainment (of combined theatre acts). Grand Opera House Wellington, 8 July 1948. Programme. Quantity: 19 Programme(s). Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1950 - 1952

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-A-CABOT-Variety-1950/1952

Description: Includes programmes or fliers for the following: 1950: Postcard. "Qua Qual", "Shen Yoni Hlabangano Sheeba Solomon", [and] "Shonna". [ca 1950] (In separate folder) The management of the Ophir Rees Overseas Revue Company, by arrangement with Royston's Variety Players, Australia, present new the Ophir Rees show, 1950 in "Fanny get your fun". Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 20 May 1950. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson's Theatre Ltd present The Kiwis, New Zealand Revue Company in their programme "Tripoli". Producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 6 September 1950. Programme (autographed) The management of the Ophir Rees Overseas Revue Company, by arrangement with Royston's Variety Players, Australia, present new the Ophir Rees show, 1950 in "Star and garters". Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 20 May 1950. Programme (2 copies) 1951: Trevor King proudly presents Centennial 100 pound stage quest for talent. Semi finals. Semi final no. 2 (With Ken Boniface, accompanist and 33 listed contestants). Civic Theatre [Christchurch. 1951]. Programme J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present "The Kiwis" in their programme "Benghazi", produced by Terry Vaughan. Grand Opera House Wellington [June 1951]. Programme Edgley & Dawe Pty Ltd cheerfully present The Midnight Frolics variety season. 30 stars of stage and radio and 12 international variety acts ... Grand farewell programme. [Wellington, November 1951]. Programme (2 copies) Paramount Playhouse vaudeville season. Pan-Yue-Jen Troupe. Paramount Playhouse Courtenay Place Wellington, commencing 4 April 1951. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin presents "The tourist trade", featuring international all star variety. Grand Opera House, 2 April 1951. Programme (2 copies) 1952: Celebrity Theatres Pty Ltd (Harry Wren director) present the hilariously happy musical revue "Gay fiesta" starring Miss Gladys Moncrieff, George Wallace. Grand Opera House, season commencing 23 February 1952. Programme (2 copies) Celebrity Theatres Pty Ltd (Harry Wren director) present the hilariously happy musical revue "Gay fiesta" starring Miss Gladys Moncrieff, George Wallace. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 6 February [1952]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "Ice Follie". 40 international skating champions ... in Armand Perren's spectacular ice laugh revue. St James Wellington, commencing 12 May 1952. Programme Ophir Rees Attractions Ltd proudly present The Kentucky Minstrels and Variety Revue, nightly (With Al Mack and Eddie Edwards, Australia's foremost comedy duo). "Cinderella" pantomime at matinees. Grand Opera House Wellington [1952/1953]. Programme (2 copies) Ophir Rees Attractions Ltd proudly present The Kentucky Minstrels and Variety Revue, nightly (With Al Mack and Eddie Edwards, Australia's foremost comedy duo). "Cinderella" pantomime at matinees. His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin, [January 1953]. Programme Ophir Rees Attractions Ltd proudly presents The Kentucky Minstrels and Variety Revue Mack, Australia's Minister of Mirth, Eddie Edwards, England's Emperor of Fun, plus all-star variety revue, featuring Arnedis Duo, Elsa Robins, Eugene & Carlotta, Stan Craig, Astley & Jenny, Dellamere, the 3 Warrens, Evans & Martin, the Martinettis, Arthur Hannell, the Saddler Twins, and Vince Burke. Special matinee attraction "Cinderella". Grand Gala opening, Grand Opera House, Boxing Day, December 26th [1952]. Promotional pamphlet (2 copies). Quantity: 2 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes or fliers, under 250 mm.

Date: 1950

By: Whitehouse, Jocelyn A, active 1950-2000

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1950

Description: Includes: J Rooklyn presents John Calvert, king of magicians. Direct from Hollywood, America's greatest magician, with America's most beautiful models and feature artiste Ann Cornell. "The Pageant of Wonders". Grand Opera House Wellington, 1 July 1950. Programme. J Rooklyn presents John Calvert, king of magicians. Direct from Hollywood, America's greatest magician, with America's most beautiful models and feature artists Ann Cornell. "The Pageant of Wonders". His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 17 July 1950. Programme. The Gaieties Vaudeville Revue Company present Variety Fun Show. St James Theatre Christchurch, 4-11 November 1950. Programme "Hollandaze"; a gefuffle in eight scenes, written by Paul Cotton, Frank Curtin, Richard Rainey, Bill Short and Jeff Stewart, and produced by Dave Cohen, with stage management by Huddy Williamson. Cappi-fifty-cade [Wellington. 1950]. Programme J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company. New Zealand tour 1950. "Tripoli" programme (2 different, with 2 copies of one of them) J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their first programme "Alamein" produced by Terry Vaughan. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 23 May 1950. Programme (2 copies, one autographed) J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Alamein" producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. New Zealand tour 1950. Programme J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Alamein", producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. Grand Opera House Wellington, season commencing 6 September 1950. Programme (2 copies), plus one flier listing the numbers in which performer John Hunter will be appearing J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Tripoli", producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. Grand Opera House Wellington, season commencing 6 September 1950. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Alamein"; producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. Theatre Royal Christchurch, 2 December 1950. Programme J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Tripoli"; producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. Theatre Royal Christchurch, 2 December 1950. Programme J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Tripoli"; producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. Overland tour 1950-1951. Programme. J C Williamson's Theatres Ltd present The Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Tripoli"; producer and musical director Terry Vaughan. Overland tour 1950-1951. Theatre Royal Christchurch [1950]. Programme Mutual Improvement Association. M.I.A. Wellington District (with Grace Smith, Mark Metekingi, Peti Parata, Y Domney, T Parata, C Pearson, T McCarthy, N Tahau, P Dunn, K Pou). [1950-1960s?]. Programme. The new Ophir Rees Show, 1950. "Fanny get your fun". Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 20 May 1950. Programme The new Ophir Rees Show, 1950. "Fanny get your gun". His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 26 August 1950. Programme The new Ophir Rees Show, 1950. "Stars and Garters". His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 4 September 1950. Programme David N Martin and R J Kerridge present the greatest of all Tivoli shows "The talk of the town" and the glorious favourite pantomime "Mother Goose" (with Ben Wrigley). Programme David N Martin and R J Kerridge present the greatest of all Tivoli shows "The talk of the town" and the glorious favourite pantomime "Mother Goose" (with Ben Wrigley). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 31 January 1950. Programme (2 copies) "Unity Artists" presents "The Belles of St Balgies". [Auckland, 1950s?]. Programme Quantity: 16 theatre programmes.. 1 flier. Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1951

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1951

Description: Includes: J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present the Kiwis Revue Company in their programme "Benghazi". Farewell New Zealand tour 1951. Programme J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" New Zealand Revue Company in their programme "Alamein" director Terry Vaughan. His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin, season commencing January 15 1951. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" New Zealand Revue Company in their programme "Tripoli". His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin. Season commencing 15 January 1951. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" New Zealand Revue Company in their programme "Benghazi", produced by Terry Vaughan. Farewell New Zealand tour 1951. Programme J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" New Zealand Revue Company in their programme "Benghazi", produced by Terry Vaughan. Theatre Royal Christchurch, season commencing 17 February 1951. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" New Zealand Revue Company in their programme "Benghazi". His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin, commencing 15 March 1951. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" in their programme "Benghazi" produced by Terry Vaughan. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, season commencing 6 April 1951. Programme J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" in their programme "Kiwis Medley" produced by Terry Vaughan. Grand Opera House Wellington, season commencing 5 June 1951. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" in their programme "Kiwis Medley" produced by Terry Vaughan. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 6 April 1951. Programme J C Williamson Theatre Ltd present "The Kiwis" Company in their programme "Benghazi", produced by Terry Vaughan. Grand Opera House Wellington, season commencing 5 June 1951. Programme (2 copies) Clem Dawe and Eric Edgley cheerfully present "The Midnight Frolics". New Zealand provincial tour 1951-52 featuring 30 stars of stage and radio, 12 international variety acts, presenting a joyous cavalcade of "vaudeville and revue". Programme (2 copies) Clem Dawe and Eric Edgley cheerfully present "The Midnight Frolics". His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 26 September 1951. Programme (2 copies) Clem Dawe and Eric Edgley cheerfully present "The Midnight Frolics". His Majesty's Theatre, 15 October 1951. Programme Clem Dawe and Eric Edgley cheerfully present "The Midnight Frolics". Grand Opera House Wellington, 10 November 1951. Programme The new Noel McKay Show, 1951. "Footlight follies"; a modern variety revue (With Cliff Storer, Phyllis Gobbe, Bill Gray, Jill Ormandy, Peggy Guy, Pat Dugan, Jeanne Warren, Will Kennedy, Maureen White, Denice Little, Lester Gibson, Max Marshall, Evonne Latour). Proceeds in aid of Disabled Servicemen's League Welfare Fund. Theatre Royal Christchurch, 10-13 September 1951. Programme (2 copies) By arrangement with R J Kerridge, David N Martin presents the laugh-provoking - exotic - thrill-promoting revue "The tourist trade", featuring international all star variety. New Zealand tour 1951. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 20 February 1951. Programme (2 copies) By arrangement with R J Kerridge, David N Martin presents the laugh-provoking - exotic - thrill-promoting revue "The tourist trade", featuring international all star variety. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 2 April 1951. Programme (2 copies) Tivoli Vaudeville Artists. "Stars from the Tourist trade"; the biggest vaudeville acts seen in New Zealand since "Command performance". (With Marquis and family, Guus Brox and Myrna, De Troy, Howard Moody and his piano, Napier Repertory Players in "A phoenix too frequent"). The Municipal Theatre, Napier City, 18-20 July [1951]. Programme. Quantity: 19 theatre programmes. Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1948 - 1949

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-Australia-1948/1949

Description: Includes: 1948: David N Martin, managing director, Tivoli Circuit, presents Bob Barre's Broadway revue, "Fine feathers". [Melbourne, 1948]. Programme David N Martin presents Gil Lamb in person, with Sugar Baba and the Rudas Twins ... in "Revue continentale". Tivoli (Sydney), [1940s]. Programme David N Martin in association with Sir Benjamin Fuller. The $50,000 Broadway extravaganza, Bob Barre's "Stardusters". Majestic [Adelaide], [1948]. Programme David N Martin, managing director presents "Variety on parade", featuring direct from Hollywood Chico Marx in person. Tivoli Circuit Australia Pty Ltd [May 1948?]. Programme (NZer Shona Dunlop in the Bodenwieser Ballet) Tivoli. Bob Barre's "Stardusters", featuring Sybil Bowan. Commencing 11 August [1948]. Programme The famous Kiwis Revue Company presented by J C Williamson Theatres Ltd. in their fourth programme "Medley". Comedy Theatre, commencing 31 July 1948. Programme 1949: David N Martin presents new international stage stars in the modern variety revue "Take a bow" [with New Zealander Joy Beattie]. [Melbourne, 1949?]. Programme Sir Benjamin Fuller presents Gladys Moncrieff, Australia's queen of song, in the musical revue "Lucky stars". Majestic [Adelaide. 1949]. Programme J C Williamson's magazine programme. The Kiwis Revue Company, in their first programme "Alamein". Empire Theatre (Railway Square), Sydney, commencing 2 February 1949. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson's magazine programme. The Kiwis Revue Company in their second programme "Tripoli". Empire Theatre (Railway Square), Sydney, commencing 11 July 1949. Programme J C Williamson's magazine programme. The Kiwis Revue Company, in their third programme "Benghazi". Empire Theatre (Railway Square), Sydney, commencing 18 November 1949. Programme (2 copies) Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Offset print on programmes, sizes below 250 mm.

Date: 1947 - 1948

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-A-CABOT-Variety-1947/1948

Description: Includes programmes or fliers for the following: 1947: David N Martin and R J Kerridge present the spectacular Tivoli revue "Follies Americana", a Railton [Ralton] R James production (With Burton & Janet, Ted Waldman, Gilbert & Lee, Ade Duval (conjuror) . His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 29 July 1947. Programme The new Ophir Rees show 1947-1948. Sparkling London musical revue "Follow me around", a show of joyous abandon (With Vince Burke, Bobby Le Brun, the Marcellas, Daphne Lowe, the Kermond Bros, Shirley Donald, Sanderson, Charles & Rae, Olive Newell, Tommy Richards). Theatre Royal Christchurch, 10 December 1947. Programme David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit, Australia, and R J Kerridge present the London screamline laff riot "It's foolish but it's fun", starring Jenny Howard. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 9 May 1947. Programme David N Martin, Tivoli Circuit, Australia, and R J Kerridge present the London screamline laff riot "It's foolish but it's fun", starring Jenny Howard. Theatre Royal Christchurch, commencing 3 July 1947. Programme International Entertainments proudly present their all Australian ex-Army show, the "Kangaroosters", headed by George Wallace jnr, in the new style intimate revue "Blitz and pieces". Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 11 August 1947. Programme (2 copies) His father's son, the king of fun. George Wallace (junior) heads the all Australian Ex-Services Revue Company, "The Kangaroosters" in the non-stop variety show "This was the army". Production by Eddie Hegan ("The Kiwis"), at Theatre Royal Christchurch, commencing Saturday May 3rd [1947]. Yellow flyer (2 copies) The Great Benyon, master of a million mysteries in "Bam-Boo-Zalem", a magical revue. Royal County Theatre Bedford, week commencing 3 February 1947. Programme 1948: Return and farewell season (prior to sailing for Australia). Ophir Rees presents his second carnival of fun!! "Follow me around", a show of joyous abandon. Grand Opera House Wellington, 27 February - 9 March [1948]. Programme and green flyer Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes or fliers, under 250 mm.

Date: 1956 - 1957

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-A-CABOT-Variety-1956/1957

Description: Includes programmes or fliers for the following: 1956: King of balance. Rih-Aruso original. Booklet. 1956 David N Martin presents his greatest entertainment in "Colored rhapsody"; exotic sensational revue. Tivoli [Sydney. 1956]. Programme Celebrity Circuit Pty Ltd in association with Ziegfeld Theatrical Productions proudly present the world-famous all-coloured American musical revue "Harlem Blackbirds", produced written and directed by Larry Steele. Grand Opera House Wellington, [1956]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "Peep show", a joyous revue of merriment & fun featuring wolrd stars of variety [1956. Programme with Auckland advertising] Bertie "Rhythm" King's Sepia Aces, London's top night-spot band! Red-hot coloured rhythm! World tour (With Benny Aaron, John Maynard, Arthur Bennett, Ancel McLaren, Eve Dutton, Joe Appleton, Lester Thompson, Larry Atwell, Dudley Hyslop). Direction R J Kerridge [1956]. Programme R J Kerridge and Armand Perren present the new big idea in entertainment "Spice and ice", international variety and skating personalities combined on stage & ice (With Billy Rayes & Doris Faye, Jack Powell, the Crazy Cooks, Reg Park, Geoff Thorne & Joe Whitehouse, Joyce Thomas, Joe Lawman & Joy, Barbara Howe, Rih-Aruso, Wim de Jong & Dorothy Dee). [1956 tour programme] R J Kerridge presents Armand Perren's Screamline! Streamline! "Spice and ice", international variety and skating personalities combined on stage & ice. St James Theatre [Wellington?], commencing 11 October [1956]. Flyer 1957: Amalgamated Theatres (N.Z.) Ltd proudly present their 300 [pound] "talent search", produced by Trevor King, Crystal Palace Christchurch. Musical director Ken Boniface. Grand finals [July? 1957]. Programme Harry Fagin proudly presents "Variety round-up"; a variety revue featuring our own New Zealand talent of stage, radio and recordings (With Ken Boniface, Watson Raines, the Wildcats (Peter McMullan, Gerald McMullan, Danny McGurr), Michael Crofts, Joyce Osborne, the Wakefield Bros, Johnny Cooper (cover photograph), Vantini, Isola Bennett). New Zealand tour 1957. Programme and pink ticket By arrangement with S A Gorlinsky of London, J C Williamson Theatres Ltd (N.Z.) and David N Martin present Katherine Dunham and her company of dancers, singers, musicians. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 16 March 1957. Programme By arrangement with S A Gorlinsky of London, J C Williamson Theatres Ltd (N.Z.) and David N Martin present Katherine Dunham and her company of dancers, singers, musicians. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 8 April 1957. Programme and promotional pamphlet By arrangement with Kerridge-Odeon, Celebrity Circuit presents Harry Wren's production "The good old days". Civic Theatre, commencing 3 September 1957. Promotional pamphlet (2 copies) By arrangement with Kerridge-Odeon, Celebrity Circuit presents Harry Wren's production "The good old days". (With George Wallace, Maurice Colleano, Jim Gerald, Morry Barling, Jimmy White, Enso Toppano, Nanette Allan, Jan Pritchard, George Clarkes, Peggy Mortimer, Bill French, Jenny Howard, Millie Hansen, Queenie Paul, Jack O'Dowd, the Balcombes). New Zealand tour commencing 26 June 1957. Programme Victoria University extravaganza 1957. "Up the poll"; original script and lyrics by Frank Curtin; adapation and additional dialogue by Ian Rich and Bill Sheat and others. Town Hall Lower Hutt; Opera House Wellington; Municipal Theatre Hastings. Programme Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes or fliers, under 250 mm.

Date: 1953

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-A-CABOT-Variety-1953

Description: Includes programmes or fliers for the following: "Cinderella on ice" pantomime (With Marika Saary, Tony Daveron, David Wheeler, Will Gracey, Lester Brown, Paul Dalton, Nina Brown, Dina Kolkos, Wally Ruffe and the Arnedis, equilibrists). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 16 December 1953. Programme International Productions proudly present Ophir Rees and his All-Star variety revue "Funny side up" and Cinderella pantomime. [1953]. Programme (2 copies) Ophir Rees Attractions Ltd proudly presents The Kentucky Minstrels and Variety Revue. Special matinee attraction "Cinderella". His Majesty's Theatre [Auckland?], commencing 17 January [1953]. Promotional pamphlet. J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents the Kiwis Revue Company in their latest revue, "Cassino", produced by Stan Wineera; musical director Lew Campbell. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 1 July 1953. Programme Concert; proceeds for the Rev Harry Squires Darby & Joan Fund. Compere Bill Kennedy, accompanist Ngari Keys, producer Frank S Cooze (With Hazel Martin, Gill Henderson, the "Nit Wit", Pat Bridgman, Mat Salmon, Mary Humphries, Joy Mallard, Kitty Wairoa, Yvonne and Roma, Coozelle & Allison, Wee Bronwen, Colleen Campbell, Elaine Solly and bruce Ford, Scott Francis, Johnny Cooper, Glyn Tucker, Pearl Rasmussen, Sydney Tawera). St James Theatre, Sunday 12 July [1953?]. Programme. David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents Armand Perren's "Hot ice" famous Ice Follie Co., with new American skating stars. St James Theatre Wellington. [1953]. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "The Tommy Trinder Show" (With Halama & Konarski, the Botonds, Carl Ames, Professor Olgo & Partner, Toni Lamond, Harry Moreny). Grand Opera House [1953]. Programme (2 copies) Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes or fliers, under 250 mm.

Date: 1955

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1955

Description: Includes: David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the Queen of the Keyboard, Winifred Atwell, a French flavoured revue featuring international variety stars (Joe Church, Eddie Vitch, Robert O'Donnell, Romaine & Claire, Barry Rugless, The Four Hellos, Fay Agnew). Production by Ralton R James. [New Zealand tour 1955]. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the Queen of the Keyboard, Winifred Atwell, a French flavoured revue featuring international variety stars (Joe Church, Eddie Vitch, Robert O'Donnell, Romaine & Claire, Barry Rugless, The Four Hellos, Fay Agnew, Canfield Smith). Production by Ralton R James. [Wellington season 1955]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the Queen of the Keyboard, Winifred Atwell, a French flavoured revue featuring international variety stars (Joe Church, Eddie Vitch, Robert O'Donnell, Romaine & Claire, Barry Rugless, The Four Hellos, Fay Agnew, Canfield Smith). Production by Ralton R James. St James Theatre [Auckland season, 1955]. Programme The Great Benyon presents master of a million mysteries "Bam-Boo-Zalem", a magical revue and novelty fantasy. Regent Theatre Masterton, 31 October - 3 November [1955]. Promotional pamphlet. Franquin. Majestic Theatre Christchurch, 14 September 1955. Programme Celebrity Circuit Pty Ltd in association with Ziegfield Theatrical productions proudly present the world-famous, all-coloured American musical revue Harlem Blackbirds, produced written and directed by Larry Steele. His Majesty's Theatre [Auckland], 26 December 1955. Programme D D O'Connor and R J Kerridge present the leading English marionette theatre, The Hogarth Puppets, personally directed by Jan Bussell and Ann Hogarth, assisted by Sally Bussell. Tour of New Zealand, 1955. Programme (2 copies) D D O'Connor and R J Kerridge present the leading English marionette theatre, The Hogarth Puppets, personally directed by Jan Bussell and Ann Hogarth, assisted by Sally Bussell. Paramount Theatre 17-21 May [1945]. Flier Hutt Valley 30,000 Club (Inc). Grand Queen Carnival. Inaugural dinner, [State Theatre Petone], 24 November 1955. Menu (with photographs of Queen Alma (Hutt Valley Softball Assn), Queen Rosina (Hutt Valley Indoor Basketball Assn), Queen Kay (Petone RSA), and Queen Annette (Hutt Soccer Cricket Club)) L A Hay in association with International Artists proudly presents the all-star variety show "New faces". Music by T Noorts, costumes by Miss Nancy Nodwell. (With Scandali (accordion), Johnny Irish (singer), Julie La Queen (contortionist), Mandrake (magician) and his assistant Anita, Carmelita (singer), the Musketeers (harmonica players), Jenny (singer), Marvelo (hypnotist), Frank Garrit (dancer), Dalas Lea-Nora (strip tease). Grand Opera House Wellington [31 January 1955]. Programme (2 copies) Lawrence Alfred Hay in association with International Artists proudly presents the all star variety show, "New faces" of 1955 (With Chat and Back Chat (comedians), Julia La Queen (contortionist), Carmelita (soprano), Lolita (amazing memory), Lottie and Johnny (singers), Zeke and his geetar, Kolin and Klive (balancers), juno and his unicycles, the Three Musketeers (harmonic players), Lorraine Ayers (singer), Dalas-Lea-Nora (striptease), Cole Ritter (yodeller), the Lohtas (balancers) including Kolin Lohta). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 16 June 1955. Programme. George Tollerton Associates present Britain's present singing entertainer, "An evening with Donald Peers", with Keith Petersen (comedian), Terry Wilkinson (piano). Grand Opera House Wellington [10 September 1955]. Programme (2 copies) Perren Productions Pty Ltd by arrangement with J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents "Puss in Boots on ice". His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 9 April 1955. Programme Perren Productions Pty Ltd by arrangement with J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents "Rose Marie on ice". His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 9 April 1955. Programme Perren Productions Pty Ltd by arrangement with J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents "Rose Marie on ice". Grand Opera House Wellington, 26 May 1955. Programme (2 copies) Perren Productions Pty Ltd by arrangement with J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents "Rose Marie on ice". Theatre Royal Christchurch [ca July 1955?]. Programme The Red Star Club (Inc) proudly presents their musical review "Variety on parade", produced by Roy Newton (late of J C Williamson Coy). (Conductor S Pearson). [Masterton, 1955]. Programme David N Martin and R J Kerridge present the voice of Paris, Jean Sablon in the lavish, laughter-laden revue "La vie Parisienne", produced by Ralton R James (with The Chadells, Margaret Brown, Roy Barbour, Harry Jacobson, the Myrons, Buck and Chic, Francis van Dyck, Warren Latona and Sparks). New Zealand tour 1955. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin and R J Kerridge present the voice of Paris, Jean Sablon in the lavish, laughter-laden revue "La vie Parisienne", produced by Ralton R James. Grand Opera House Wellington, 4 April 1955. Programme (2 copies) St Marks, Wellington introduces for your entertainment "Jubilee concert" and supporting artistes (Lorna & Ronnie Pender, Joan Veltman, Ngaire Holley, John Epsom, Jean Curtis, Mrs W H Baird and E C Jamieson, David Crewes, F Malthus, etc). 6 October [1955]. Programme (and newsclipping reviews) Quantity: 15 theatre programmes.. Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1953

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1953

Description: Includes: The Adelphi Cabaret, 126 Cuba Street. Special announcement: "Kid Boots" season ... every night will be a carnival night. Book your tables at once ... Rodney Pankhurst, manager. Flier only "Cinderella on ice" pantomime. (With Marika Saary, Tony Daveron, David Wheeler, Will Gracey, Lester Brown, Paul Dalton, Nina Brown, Dina Kolkos, Wally Ruffe, the Arnedis). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 16 December 1953. Programme (2 copies) By arrangement with M Paul Derval and Bernard Delfont, David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the world famous "Folies Bergere Revue" (With Sonya Corbeau, Guy Nelson, Dorothy Hall, Norman Vaughan, Lewis Jacob, Bert Duke, Renita Kramer, Peggy Phillips, Val Coburn, Pat Thompson, Pat Penrose, Janice Pritchard, Loew and Ladd, orchestra under Hal Moschetti). St James Theatre Auckland [1953]. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents Armand Perren's "Hot ice" famous Ice Follie Co., with new American skating stars (With Farrar and Carter, Pat Gregory, Diana Grafton, Jimae, Nellie Small, Eddie Ash, Cissy Trenholm, Chribi, Marika Saary, Terry Scanlon, etc). Theatre Royal Christchurch [1953]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents Armand Perren's "Hot ice" famous Ice Follie Co., with new American skating stars. St James Theatre Wellington. [1953]. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents the Kiwis Revue Company; the original Middle East Kiwis Revue Company. New Zealand tour 1953. "Cassino". Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents the Kiwis Revue Company; the original Middle East Kiwis Revue Company. New Zealand tour 1953. "Now is the hour". Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents the Kiwis Revue Company; the original Middle East Kiwis Revue Company. "Cassino". Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 1 July 1953. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents the Kiwis Revue Company; the original Middle East Kiwis Revue Company. "Cassino". His Majesty's Theatre, commencing 15 August 1953. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd presents the Kiwis Revue Company; the original Middle East Kiwis Revue Company. "Now is the hour". His Majesty's Theatre, commencing 28 December 1953. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "The Tommy Trinder show", devised and produced by Ralton R James (With Halama & Konarski, the Botonds, Carl Ames, Professor Olgo & Partner, Toni Lamond) [Wellington, 1953]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "The Tommy Trinder show", introducing internationally famous overseas stars. New Zealand tour 1953. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "The Tommy Trinder show", with internationally famous variety acts. Promotional pamphlet David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "The Tommy Trinder show", introducing internationally famous overseas stars. Grand Opera House, Wellington [1953]. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "The Tommy Trinder show", introducing internationally famous overseas stars. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 19 June 1953. Programme Quantity: 14 theatre programmes.. Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1945 - 1949

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-A-CABOT-Opera-1945/1949

Description: Includes programmes or fliers for the following: 1945: Wellington Light Opera Company now presents "Our Miss Gibbs". Music by Ivan Caryll and Lionel Monc[k]ton; book by "Cryptos". Produced by Joane Raine. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 17 November 1945. Programme (2 copies) Wellington Musical Comedy Company now presents "The belle of New York". Words by Hugh Morton; music by Gustave Kerker. Produced by Eva Moore; musical director Wilfrid Kohn. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 27 October 1945. Programme (2 copies) Miss Dorothy Daniels presents her students, song and dance extravaganza "Cinderella". Grand Opera House Wellington, 22-27 September 1945. With Jeanne Goss as Cinderella, Valerie Jackman as Fairy Godmother, Valerie Holder as Prince Charming. Programme (2 copies) Allied Entertainers Ltd present Stan Lawson's riotous musical shows "Let's be happy". Ballet mistress Rosetta Powell (With dancer Rowena Jackson; baritone Colin Campbell, Comedian Harry Howlett, soubrette Laurie Jones, singer Joyce Chambers, tenor Maurice Tansley, soprano Esme Pedder). [1945]. Programme (2 copies) 1946: The Light Opera Company (Inc) present "Firefly". Book and lyrics Otto Hauerbach, musical score Rudolf Friml. Production Stan Lawson; ballets devised by Rosetta Powell; musical director Frank Poore. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 12 January 1946. Programme Wellington Musical Comedy Company (Inc) presents "The firefly". Book and lyrics by Otto Hauerbach; music by Rudolf Friml. Musical director Henry Rudolph; producer Stan Lawson; ballets Rosetta Powell. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 2 November 1946. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present Glady Moncrieff and the Royal Comic Opera Company in "The maid of the mountains". Book by Frederick Lonsdale; lyrics by Harry Graham; music by Harold Fraser-Simpson. Produced by Alan Chapman. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 10 July 1946. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present Glady Moncrieff and the Royal Comic Opera Company in "Viktoria and her hussar". Book and lyrics by Harry Graham; music by Paul Abraham. Produced by Alan Chapman; music director Leo Packer. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 23 February 1946. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present Glady Moncrieff and the Royal Comic Opera Company in "Rio Rita". Music and lyrics by Harry Tierney and Joseph McCarthy. Produced by Alan Chapman. Theatre Royal Christchurch, 24 May 1946. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present "The desert song". Music by Sigmund Romberg; book by Oscar Harbach, Oscar Hammerstein 2nd and Frank Mandel. Produced by Alan Chapman; musical director Leo Packer. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 28 November 1946. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present "The student prince". Music by Sigmund Romberg; lyrics and book by Dorothy Donnelly. Produced by Alan Chapman; musical director Leo Packer. Grand Opera House Wellington [1946]. Programme (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present "The student prince". Music by Sigmund Romberg; lyrics and book by Dorothy Donnelly. Produced by Alan Chapman; musical director Leo Packer. [Christchurch 1946]. Programme 1947: J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present "The girlfriend of 1947", adapted from P Bartholomae and Otto Harbach's "Kitty Kisses" by R P Weston and Bert Lee. Music and lyrics by Con Conrad, Gus Kahn, Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. Produced by Alan Chapman. Grand Opera House, commencing 19 June [1947]. Programme, and promotional pamphlet. David N Martin (Managing director) Tivoli Circuit Australia in association with R J Kerridge presents the American musical revue success "Artists and models", starring Jenny Howard. Production by Ralton R James; ballets by Dawn Butler. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 19 April 1947. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present "Wildflower". Book and lyrics by Otto Harbach and Oscar Hammerstein II. Music by Herbert Stothart and Vincent Yumans. Produced by Alan Chapman; musical director Leo Packer. Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 5 April 1947. Programme, and postcard with portraits of Joy Beattie and Allen Christie 1948: J C Williamson Theatres have the honour and privilege to present Cicely Courtneidge, England's greatest comedienne, together with a brilliant supporting company in a new comedy with music, "Under the counter". Opera House, commencing 14 August [1948]. Promotional pamphlet only (2 copies) Wellington Amateur Musical and Dramatic Society Incorporated ... present "The Arcadians", by Lionel Monckton and Howard Talbot. Gabrielle Phillips as "Sombra". Produced by David Devitt; musical director Frank F Thomas. Opera House, commencing 10 April 1948. Programme 1949: J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present the new musical "Annie get your gun", starring Evie Hayes as Annie Oakley with Earl Covert as Frank Butler. Book by Herbert and Dorothy Fields. Entire Australian production by Carl Randall; musical director Leo Packer. [1949]. Programme (2 copies) [and] promotional pamphlet for the premiere on 3 September 1949, Opera House Wellington. J C Williamson Theatres Ltd by arrangement with the New Zealand Broadcasting Service. "La boheme". Maestro Manno Wolff-Ferrari. Grand Opera House Wellington, matinee 31 March 1949. Programme Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes or fliers, under 250 mm.

Date: 1940 - 1959

From: [Ephemera of octavo size relating to pantomimes and pantomime extravaganzas performed in New Zealand]

Reference: Eph-A-PANTOMIME-1940/1959

Description: Includes: 1941: J C Williamson present "Aladdin", gorgeous pantomime, with the Great Levante as Abanazar. (With Doris Whimp, Ed Edwards, Esme Levante, Ursula Irving, Robert Butt, Joe Valli & Laurie Long, Gwen Pike & Gwen Bazeley, George Corelli and Ronald Shand - all photographed). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing Boxing Day 26 December 1941. Programme 1942: J C Williamson's mammoth pantomime "Aladdin" and his wonderful lamp, with the Great Levante as Abanazar (With Doris Whimp, Esme Levante, Ursula Irving, Kathleen Ferris, Eddie Edwards, Ronnie Shand, George Corelli, Joe Valli, Lawrence Long, Robert Butt). Theatre Royal (Christchurch?), 25-26 February [1942]. Promotional pamphlet J C Williamson present "Aladdin and the wonderful lamp", gorgeous pantomime, with the Great Levante as Abanazar. (With Doris Whimp, Ed Edwards, Esme Levante, Ursula Irving, Robert Butt, Joe Valli and Lawrie Long, Gwen Pike and Gwen Bazeley, George Corelli and Ronald Shand. His Majesty's Theatre Dunedin [early 1942?]. Programme 1945: "Cinderella", in aid of patriotic funds. (With Dorothy Seymour, Monica Daly-Peoples, Daphne Violich, Jeanne Goss, Valerie Jackman, Valerie Holder, Elwyn Stannard, Dorothy Daniels (ballet mistress); producer Frank E Crowther). Grand Opera House Wellington, [September 1945]. Souvenir programme 1946: The Frivolity Minstrels present the gorgeous pantomime "Bo-Peep". Provincial tour 1946. Souvenir programme 1947: The Frivolity Minstrels present the gorgeous pantomime "The sleeping beauty". Provincial tour 1947. Souvenir programme (2 copies) 1949: Wairarapa RSA proudly presents for your entertainment the gorgeous English pantomime "Mother Goose". Written and produced by Eddie Martin, the popular English pantomime dame. Regent Theatre Masterton, 23-25, 30-31 MArch & 1 April 1949. Souvenir programme 1950: David N Martin and R J Kerridge present the greatest of all Tivoli shows "The talk of the town", and the glorious favourite pantomime "Mother Goose" (With Ben Wrigley, Sylvia Kellaway, the Whirlwind Elwardos, Walthon and Pretty Dorraine, George Hurd & Doreen, Astley & Jenny, Inky Williams and pupils for the Dorothy Daniels' Studio). [1950]. Programme 1953?: Armand Perren presents a great Christmas holiday show "Cinderella on ice", written and produced by Joe Lawman. The world's best loved pantomime but more sparkling and funnier than ever before. The Playhouse [Auckland?], commencing Boxing Day [1953]. Flyer / programme 1954: Wairarapa R.S.A. proudly presents the gorgeous English pantomime "Puss in Boots", headed and produced by Eddie Martin as "Mother Hubbard", with Cecily Stuart the talented danseuse and choreographer. Masterton Municipal Theatre, 8-15 May [1954] (2 copies) (dated from advert inside back cover for Daimler Conquest car) 1955: The Masterton 20,000 Club in association with Eddie Martin Productions proudly present the brilliant spectacle fashioned on a Drury Lane pantomime, "Jack and the beanstalk", written and produced by Eddie Martin; choreography by Cecily Stuart. Municipal Theatre Masterton, 7-14 May [1955]. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present Armand Perren's "Puss in Boots on ice" (With Pat Gregory, Barbara Howe, Terry Scanlon, Britta Rahlen, Kenny Lamb, Reg Park, Joe Whitehouse, Wim de Jong, Geoff Thorne, Carl Carlisle & Maisie Weldon, Lorretta Weldon, Reg Redcliffe, Marie Seymour and the Maxwells - all photographed). Grand Opera House Wellington, commencing 27 May 1955. Programme and pink flyer. Quantity: 12 programmes and flyers. Physical Description: Programmes sizes varying up to 240 mm.

Date: 1956

Reference: Eph-B-MUSIC-1956

Description: Includes programmes featuring: R J Kerridge and David N Martin by arrangement with S A Gorlinsky of London proudly present the original Don Cossack Chorus and dancers. Serge Jaroff, conductor. New Zealand tour 1956. Programme nos 1-3 in one booklet Through the courtesy of R J Kerridge, the Ross Sea Appeal Committee present the distinguished violinist Mischa Elman. Auckland Town Hall, 15 July [1956]. Souvenir programme Alan Meldrum, city organist. Municipal organ recital (With other performers Joan Ottrey (piano), Heather MacDonald (soprano) and Bertha Rawlinson (accompanist)). Town Hall, 15 April 1956. Typescript programme / flier Primary Schools' Choral Festival. [Wanganui] Opera House, 1 August 1956. Programme Music Week Whangarei 1956 (With Richard Farrell, Francis Rosner & Henrik Stigter, the National Orchestra under James Robertson, Jocelyn Walker (pianist), La Salle Quartet, C.A.S. Musical Party). Whangarei, 25 May - 2 June 1956. Souvenir programme (2 copies) Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes, up to quarto size, some illustrated.

Date: 1946 - 1947

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-Australia-1946/1947

Description: Includes: 1946: Glad tidings from J C Williamson Theatres Ltd. "The Kiwis" are returning! Theatre Royal [Melbourne], 8 November [1946]. Promotional pamphlet (2 copies) By courtesy J C Williamson Ltd. The New Zealand Kiwis Revue Co. Daws Road, 105th A.M.H.[Adelaide], 29 November 1946. Programme Souvenir of a grand entertainment in aid of Proposed Chapel at Mount Royal Parkville, 25 May 1947. The Kiwis in a non-stop musical revue, "Sans contrainte", "Sans censure", "Sans Souci", "Avec parfaite liberte". The whole programme under the personal supervision of Terry Vaughan. J C Williamson Theatres Ltd's presentation of the Kiwis Revue Company. "Tripoli". His Majesty's Theatre [Perth], commencing 23 August 1946. Programme (2 copies) Sir Benjamin Fuller presents vaudeville and revue, "Artists & models of 1946"; a Bruce Carroll production, commencing Friday 1 November [1946]. Programme Jim Davidson's "Clambake", a whirl of gaiety and fun. [With New Zealand actress Laurie Jones]. Tivoli Theatre [Melbourne], commencing 24 June [1946]. Programme (with holograph note mentioning a meeting with Laurie Jones) 1947: All Star revue in aid of Keele Street Kindergarten. Produced by Gerald Kirby; compered by Claude Flemming. 3AW Auditorium Russell Street [Melbourne], 31 August 1947. Programme (cast includes Stan Wineera) (2 copies) J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present the New York and London stage success "Follow the girls", starring Don Nicol [and] Lois Green, Bebe de Roland, Fred Murray, Ormonde Douglas, Claude Flemming. Produced by Freddie Carpenter. His Majesty's Theatre [Sydney], 15 February 1947. Programme (Bebe de Roland is a NZer) David N Martin presents Clem Dawe in "Mother Goose" pantomime. Tivoli Circuit [1947]. Programme J C Williamson's magazine. J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present "No, no, Nanette". Theatre Royal Sydney, 4 October 1947. Programme David N Martin presents England's greatest comedian of stage, screen & radio, George Formby, in the 1947 Xmas extravaganza, "It's turned out nice again". Tivoli Circuit [1947]. Programme (With Bebe de Roland) Tivoli Circuit Australia Pty Ltd. David N Martin presents Will Mahoney in "Scrapbook". Sydney, commencing 15 December 1947. Programme J C Williamson's magazine. J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present and Revue Company in their third and final programme "Benghazi". Comedy Theatre [Melbourne], commencing 10 January 194[7]; [and] "Annie get your gun". Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Offset print on programmes, sizes below 250 mm.

Date: 1949

By: Wright & Jaques Ltd

Reference: Eph-A-VARIETY-1949

Description: Includes: World famous Irish-N.Z. magician The Great Benyon, master of a million mysteries in "Bam-Boo-Zalem", a magical review. New Zealand tour commencing October 12th [1949]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "All the best". Production by Ralton R James (with Terry Scanlon, the Skating Merenos, Freddie Bamberger, Michelene Bernardini, Dumarte and Denzer, John O'Connor, Jackie and Partner, Jeanne Frances and Jerry Grey, Erikson the Official Deceiver, the Remarkable Rex Ramer (trumpet). His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 27 August 1949. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "All the best". Production by Ralton R James (with Terry Scanlon, the Skating Merenos, Freddie Bamberger, Michelene Bernardini, Dumarte and Denzer, John O'Connor, Jackie and Partner, Jeanne Frances and Jerry Grey, Erikson the Official Deceiver, the Remarkable Rex Ramer (trumpet). Grand Opera House Wellington [September 1949?]. Programme (2 copies) Roy Barton proudly presents the 1949-50 edition of Barton's Follies, with the sensational new comedian Willie Berrigan, the perfect fool, in the non-stop American laughter revue "Follies on parade", featuring Willie and a company of forty variety stars and the Famous Follies Beauties. Programme Celebrity Theatres Pty Ltd present "The Gay Nineties", starring Jim Gerald. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, 6 August 1949. Programme Celebrity Theatres Pty Ltd present "The Gay Nineties", starring Jim Gerald. Grand Opera House Wellington, 27 August 1949. Programme. Overland tour of "The gay nineties", starring Jim Gerald, New Zealand's favourite comedian on his triumphant return from London (with Billy Shakespear, Paddy Drew, Mr George Chanti, Miss Lynn Golding, Miss Lily Moore, Jack O'Dowd, Miss Eleanor Marshall, Lyn Peoples, Danny Malone, Miss Dot Tindall, Miss Millie Hansen, Miss Maggie Buckley). [1949]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "Command performance"; an elegant musical revue. (With Maurice Colleano and Company, Elsie Bower, Margaret Fitzgibbon, Jean Rai, Betty Linke, Tod Hilton, Joey Porter, Lyn Colleano, Krista and Kristel, Jasmine Colleano, George Colleano, the Ganjou Bros and Juanita, Ivor Moreton and Dave Kaye. Members of the Tivoli Sunkissed Ballet: Dorothy Davey, June Leatham, Pat Leatham, Isobel McIntosh, Margaret Booth, Shirley White and Tess Denis). New Zealand premiere, St James (Wellington?), 17 August 1949. Programme (2 copies) David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "Command performance", production by Ralton R James. (With Maurice Colleano and Company, Elsie Bower, Margaret Fitzgibbon, Jean Rai, Betty Linke, Tod Hilton, Joey Porter, Krista and Kristel, The Hartnells, Joyce and Lyn Colleano, George Colleano, the Ganjou Bros and Juanita, Ivor Moreton and Dave Kaye. Members of the Tivoli Sunkissed Ballet: Dorothy Davey, June Leatham, Pat Leatham, Isobel McIntosh, Margaret Booth, Shirley White, Tess Denis and Pauline Stewart). St James Theatre Auckland, November 1949. Programme (2 copies) Haumoana and District War Memorial coronation ceremony, 22 June 1949. Souvenir programme. The amazing Mr Rooklyn from London. Watch his fingers. Wright & Jaques Ltd. Harry Wren brings you from New York and London, Olsen and Johnson's "Hellzapoppin". All star revue aided and abetted by the following Maniacs Inc, starring Al Thomas and Alec Kellaway. His Majesty's Theatre Auckland, commencing 30 March 1949. Programme Harry Wren brings you from New York and London, Olsen and Johnson's "Hellzapoppin". All American stage hit direct from New York and London on its world tour. (Starring Al Thomas, Alec Kellaway and their company of Maniacs Inc). Grand Opera House Wellington, 26 April 1949. Programme (2 copies) The amazing Mr Rooklyn from London. Watch his fingers. Souvenir. Wright & Jaques Ltd [Booklet. 1949?] Harry Wren brings you from New York and London, Olsen and Johnson's "Hellzapoppin". All star revue aided and abetted by the following Maniacs Inc, starring Al Thomas and Alec Kellaway. Theatre Royal Christchurch, 14 May 1949. Programme British Enterprises present the Amazing Mr Rooklyn from London. Watch his fingers. Grand Opera House Wellington, 7 January 1949. Programme. British Enterprises present the Amazing Mr Rooklyn from London. Watch his fingers. New Zealand overland tour 1949. Programme Quantity: 14 theatre programmes.. 1 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Programmes, various sizes under 250 mm.

Date: 1954 - 1955

From: Cabot, Charles Henry, 1890-1978: [Collection of ephemera, posters and programmes. 1900-1976]

Reference: Eph-A-CABOT-Variety-1954/1955

Description: Includes programmes or fliers for the following: 1948 or 1954?: The Paramount Theatre and Apex Films Ltd in association with the sponsors of the stage section of the NZ Talent Quest, MAC of Manners Street present the souvenir programme, commencing Friday April 30th and nightly for one week (With comperes Alison Connell, Iris Pengelly, Elaine Dorward. Contestants Maurice Jackson, Martin Hooper, Thomas Gannaway, Batten Sisters, Donald Aldridge, Ririwai Larkins, Jack Feehan, Kiri Kaiwai, Lois Bognuda, James Mawby, Ernest Turner. Other performers Roy Irwin's Hawaiian Band, Joe Ward-Holmes, Mary Lee, Peter Carter, George Dawson, Jeanette Barghiacchi, Gilbert Henderson, Poul Lewis, Clare Garner & Brenda Mullins, Allen Van, Douglas Charles Johnson, Werehan Duo, Ogden Sisters, Julie Tuppen, Betty Mudgway, the Classic Trio, Elaine Maloney, William Pycroft, Douglas Johnson, Norman Draper, Betty Williams, Jean Martin, Neil Allen Kerr, Jim Golding, Fred Allison, Miriam Peppler, George Harrison, Patricia Boyd, Clifford Parker, Ward Holmes Trio, William Wallace, Lois Chatfield and Thelma Mason). Contains an advertisement for "The corpse came C.O.D.", a 1947 movie (2 copies). 1954?: David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the world famous original Parisian production "Folies Bergere revue". St James [Wellington. 1954?]. Programme 1955: David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents the Queen of the Keyboard, Winifred Atwell, a French flavoured revue featuring international variety stars (Joe Church, Eddie Vitch, Robert O'Donnell, Romaine & Claire, The Four Hellos, Fay Agnew, Canfield Smith). Production by Ralton R James. [Wellington season 1955]. Programme Folies of 1955; 10 international star acts, vaudeville, variety, revue (With George Wallace, Max Reddy, Jandy, Beryl Meekin, Cycling Britons, Pauletto, Les Ritchie & Jan, Stella Lamond, Skit & Skat, Don Hallet, Teresa Doran, David Sterle, Jan Vance, Helen Pavet, Em Reilly, Reg Wilcox, Robert Thomas, Famous Folies Beauty Ballet). [Tasmania. 1955]. Programme L A Hay in association with International Artists proudly presents the All Star Variety Show "New faces", directed and produced by L A Hay; music by T Noorts; costumes by Miss Nancy Nodwell. Grand Opera House Wellington [May? 1955]. Programme J C Williamson Theatres Ltd present Armand Perren's production of "Puss in Boots on ice" (With Pat Gregory, Barbara Howe, Terry Scanlon, Britta Rahlen, Kenny Lamb, Reg Park, Joe Whitehouse, Wim de Jong, Geoff Thorne, Carl Carlisle & Maisie Weldon, Lorretta Weldon, Reg Redcliffe, Marie Seymour, and The Maxwells). Grand Opera House Wellington [1955]. Programme David N Martin in association with R J Kerridge presents "the voice of Paris", Jean Sablon in "La vie parisienne" (With Roy Barbour, Harry Jacobson, Warren Latona & Sparks, Buck Chick & Company, the Myrons, the Chadelles, Margaret Brown, Max Blake and Francis van Dyk). Grand Opera House Wellington [1955]. Programme Harry Fagin proudly presents in person "Winners All-Canterbury 250 [pound] Search for Talent] (With Watson Raines, Pearl Schumacher, Joe Thomson, Allan Van, Martha Malcolm, Peggy Guy, Aroha Paahi, Russ Muir, the Wakefield Brothers, the Andrew Sisters, Desmond & Dolores, and Roy Cook). [1955]. Programme Palais Productions present The George Wallace Show (With George Wallace, Peter Madigan, Peggy Mortimer, Will Gracey, the San Renos, Karen Morley, Morine Fuz, Jandy, Enzo Toppano, and Charlie Jarrett). Broken Hill Town Hall, 9-14 May 1955. Souvenir programme Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Printed programmes or fliers, under 250 mm.