Description
The Gondoliers opened at the Savoy Theatre on December 7th, 1889 and ran successfully for 554 performances, closing on 30 June 1891, however, this was to be the last opera Messrs. Gilbert and Sullivan wrote for Mr D’Oyly Carte and the Savoy theatre.
30 inches x 20 inches; linen backed; Printed by Stafford and Co. numbered 5635.
This rare and beautiful poster is 120 years years old has been stored rolled, not folded, thus is in near fine condition without folds or creases.
This poster formed part of the late Reverend Peter Joslin collection of Gilbert and Sullivan memorabilia.
1947 - New Theatre - The Life and Death of King Richard - SIGNED
1982 - Adelphi Theatre - Gilbert & Sullivan Operas - D'Oyly Carte
1959 Shakespeare Memorial Theatre - Patience - D'Oyly Carte
1885 - Savoy Theatre - The Mikado - D'Oyly Carte
1935 - New Theatre - Romeo and Juliet - SIGNED
1922 - Princes Theatre - Princess Ida - D'Oyly Carte 


