Item 4: Kennington Edward Compton's Theatre

Accession Number PUBS002/002/001/003/004
Collection number Souvenirs 2 Collection (Concert and Theatre Programs, First World War, 1914-1919) 2/1/3, Souvenirs 2 2/1/3/4
Collection type Published Collection
Record type Item
Item count 1
Measurement Overall: 15.5 x 23.6cm
Object type Souvenir
Maker Unknown
Place made United Kingdom: England, Greater London, London
Date made 1918
Conflict First World War, 1914-1918
Copying Provisions Copyright expired. Copying permitted subject to physical condition. Permission for reproduction not required.
Description

Souvenir program for a theatrical performance during the First World War. This program is for performances of a production of 'Romeo and Juliet' at the Kennington Theatre from 6 June 1918. This production by the Players of the Gate featured Ernest Milton as Romeo and Mona Maughan as Juliet. This program also features advertisements for various services and refreshments available at the theatre and nearby locations. The program has been signed by Edward White Moncrieff of the 45th Battalion, Australian Imperial Force.