An operetta-style musical, Robert and Elizabeth tells the love story of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett. It was originally produced in London in 1964 to acclaimed success with several professional and amateur revivals following in its wake. One such amateur revival was produced by the T.A.O.D.S in 1971 at City Hall Truro. This backstage photograph features the male ensemble cast in their period costumes.
An operetta-style musical, Robert and Elizabeth tells the love story of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett. It was originally produced in London in 1964 to acclaimed success with several professional and amateur revivals following in its wake. One such amateur revival was produced by the T.A.O.D.S in 1971 at City Hall Truro. This backstage photograph features the female ensemble cast in their period costumes.
The T.A.O.D.S performance of The Lisbon Story ran from the 14th of November at the Regent Theatre Truro in 1949. It was produced and choreographed by Mavis Ward who was accompanied by Gordon Hall as musical director. Both Mavis and Gordon were prolific in the shows they produced and directed for the T.A.O.D.S. This specific performance was the first West Country premiere of the musical. Printed by David R. Poland of Truro, the poster is an interesting example of post-war theatre and design trends. It’s bold text, eye catching colour and type of varying sizes is accompanied by a cast list and prices of tickets for prospective audiences to survey.
A Vivian Ellis and A.P. Herbert muscial, Bless the Bride tells the story of an English girl who marries a French actor in which she has been led to believe has been killed in action during the Franco Prussian War. The musical was performed by the T.A.O.D.S at City Hall Truro in November 1983. This programme cover features an illustration of a married couple with an accompanying decorative border and bold modern text.
A Vivian Ellis and A.P. Herbert muscial, Bless the Bride tells the story of an English girl who marries a French actor in which she has been led to believe has been killed in action during the Franco Prussian War. This image is a backstage photograph of the cast of the T.A.O.D.S production at City Hall in November 1983.
A Vivian Ellis and A.P. Herbert muscial, Bless the Bride tells the story of an English girl who marries a French actor. She is then led to believe by his friend who dislikes the English that he has been killed in action during the Franco Prussian War. This image is a backstage photograph of the cast of the T.A.O.D.S production of the musical at City Hall in November 1983.
A Vivian Ellis and A.P. Herbert muscial, Bless the Bride tells the story of an English girl who marries a French actor in which she has been led to believe has been killed in action during the Franco Prussian War. This image is a backstage photograph of the cast of the T.A.O.D.S production at City Hall in November 1983.
Guys & Dolls was one of many muscial shows that the T.A.O.D.S performed at City Hall Truro throughout the 20th century. This photograph depicts a scene from their 1987 performance.
Guys & Dolls was one of many muscial shows that the T.A.O.D.S performed at City Hall Truro throughout the 20th century. This photograph from their 1987 performance depicts the final wedding scene.
Guys & Dolls was one of many muscial shows that the T.A.O.D.S performed at City Hall Truro throughout the 20th century. This photograph from their 1987 performance depicts the final wedding scene.