£22.50
Date 11/11/1899
London Lyric Theatre – Florodora – 1899
An original booklet for Florodora at the Lyric Theatre, London, dated 11 November 1899, which appears to contain the songs and words of the show.
The musical comedy, with music by Leslie Stuart and a book by Owen Hall, is set on a Philippine island where a perfume called Florodora is made.
Showing signs of age, this is an affordable way to own a genuine piece of turn-of-the-century theatre memorabilia from one of the biggest hits of its era.
| Production | Florodora |
|---|---|
| Venue | Lyric Theatre – London |
Seems to be a booklet of the ongs/words. A bit grubby and the corner torn. Priced to clear!
Condition: Poor/fair, cfld, lcr, edge nis, corner torn, yellowed, cover markings
Did you know?
- Florodora opened at the Lyric Theatre in November 1899 and ran for over 450 performances, then became an even bigger hit on Broadway in 1900.
- Its sextet Tell Me, Pretty Maiden was a sensation, and the ‘Florodora Girls’ became celebrities, several marrying millionaires.
- Composer Leslie Stuart also wrote the hit song Lily of Laguna.
SKU: T02056
