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Pygmalion - George Bernard Shaws play opens in 1914
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Pygmalion - George Bernard Shaws play opens in 1914
Spread from The Sketch magazine showing scenes from the George Bernard Shaw play, Pygmalion, which opened at His Majestys Theatre, London on 11 April 1914. The cast included Mrs Patrick Campbell as Eliza Doolittle, Edmund Gurney as Alfred Doolittle and Sir Herbert Tree as Professor Higgins. The Sketch dubbed it Bernard Shaws naughty word play as Eliza utters the word " bloody" much to the amusement of the audience who were not used to hearing bad language on the stage. Date: 1914
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Bernard Campbell Cast Doolittle Edmund Eliza Gurney Herbert Higgins Patrick Plays Professor Pygmalion Shavian Shaw Spread
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a groundbreaking play by George Bernard Shaw, opened at His Majesty's Theatre in London on April 11, 1914. The cast featured renowned actors Mrs. Patrick Campbell as Eliza Doolittle, Edmund Gurney as Alfred Doolittle, and Sir Herbert Tree as Professor Higgins. This spread from The Sketch magazine showcases captivating scenes from the production, which marked Shaw's first significant commercial success in London. Pygmalion, a Shavian play with its witty dialogue and thought-provoking themes, challenged the societal norms of its time. Eliza Doolittle, a flower girl from the streets of Covent Garden, became the center of attention as she uttered the taboo word "bloody," much to the amusement and shock of the audience. This was an unprecedented moment in British theatre as bad language was seldom heard on stage. The play, an adaptation of the Greek myth of Pygmalion and Galatea, follows Professor Higgins as he bets he can transform the lowly Eliza into a lady by teaching her proper speech and manners. The production's success paved the way for Shaw's reputation as a leading playwright and influenced future works in theatre and literature. This historical snapshot from The Sketch magazine offers a glimpse into the world premiere of Pygmalion, a play that continues to captivate audiences with its exploration of social class, language, and transformation.
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