Coat
1984
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First costume for Theseus worn by Gerard Murphy.
Coat
Coat
Object details
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| Brief description | First costume for Theseus worn by Gerard Murphy in 'Phedra', Old Vic, London, 1984 |
| Physical description | First costume for Theseus worn by Gerard Murphy. Coat |
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| Production type | Unique |
| Marks and inscriptions | ' Phedra / Theseus / Mr Gerard Murphy ' (Label: Wallace & McMurray printed trade label)
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| Object history | First costume for Theseus worn by Gerard Murphy in Jean Racine's play 'Phedra' performed at the Old Vic, London, 21st November 1984 by the Lupton Theatre Company. The English stage version of Racine's text was by Robert David MacDonald, and the production was directed and designed by Philip Prowse. The lighting was designed by Gerry Jenkinson, the producer was Colin Brough, and the production starred Glenda Jackson as Phedra. The production later transferred to the Aldwych Theatre, London. |
| Production | Reason For Production: Commission |
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| Accession number | S.931-1985 |
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| Record created | August 16, 2004 |
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