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"Bohème" production, Act 2, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

Description:
Opera singers performing in a production of Giacomo Puccini’s, La Bohème. The cast, in period costume, take up the stage. Barbara Ludwig, in the role of Musetta, performs center-stage. A man likely portraying Alcindoro sits to her left and watches. The remaining characters watch from a table at stage left. A painted backdrop and set props recreate the Café Momus and adjoining buildings. The exterior set also includes a table and chairs (the table set with bottles and glasses), hanging lanterns, and a poster advertising “livres-musique.” Microphones and an amplifier can be viewed at the stage’s edge; the entire stage, orchestra pit and rows of audience members viewed from balcony. Performed at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica.
Date:
June 1955
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
"Bohème" production, Act 2, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

"Merry Widow" production with Natalie Garrotto, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, possibly 1960

Description:
Santa Monica Civic Opera singers performing in “The Merry Widow,” Act 2. Singer in the role of the widow Sonia Sadoya (Hanna Glawari) stands center stage. She and the other female performers (including Natalie Garrotto portraying Natalie (Valencienne), seated at the table on the left) wear the traditional clothing of a fictional Slavic country, including kokoshnik-inspired headdresses, peasant blouses, full skirts with aprons and waist cinchers. The men wear tuxedos and military dress uniforms. Cast members stand and behind her as she sings. The setting is a garden at Hannah’s home. Scenery flats representing trees, a faux brick wall and a lattice-work structure all contribute to the outdoor setting. Additional props include a rattan table, chairs and settee. Photographed from the balcony, providing a view of the stage, musicians in the orchestra pit, and audience members.
Date:
[possibly 1960]
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
"Merry Widow" production with Natalie Garrotto, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, possibly 1960

Princess Margaret and her mother visit Prince Karl Franz to summon him home in "The Student Prince" at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1952

Description:
Photograph of 5 actors on stage during a performance of "The Student Prince." The scene is probably the visit of Princess Margaret (Donna Phillips) and her mother, Grand Duchess Anastasia (Irma Caron), to Prince Karl Franz (George Tule) at the Three Gold Apples Inn, in Heidelberg, to bring news of the king's illness.
Date:
January 18, 1952 or January 19, 1952
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
Princess Margaret and her mother visit Prince Karl Franz to summon him home in "The Student Prince" at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1952

Nine actors in costume for "The Student Prince" at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1952

Description:
Group portrait of 9 actors in costume for "The Student Prince" at Barnum Hall. The women are, L to R: Bobbie King (Countess Leyden), Shirley O. Mills (Kathy), Donna Phillips (Princess Margaret) and Irma Caron (Grand Duchess Anastasia). George Tule (Prince Karl Franz) is to the right of Mills.
Date:
January 18, 1952 or January 19, 1952
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
Nine actors in costume for "The Student Prince" at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1952

“New Moon” cast members, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1949

Description:
Ensemble cast members (including Catherine Mazet at far right) photographed in costume for a Santa Monica Civic Opera production of “The New Moon.” They are photographed on stage with set props recreating a plantation servants’ quarters. Beyond the stage, an orchestra pit devoid of musicians is viewed at foreground.
Date:
1949
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
“New Moon” cast members, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1949

“New Moon” cast members, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1949

Description:
Cast members in costume, from a Santa Monica Civic Opera production of “The New Moon.” Ensemble includes Catherine Mazet, 7th from right, top row. The performers are photographed on stage with set props recreating a ship at sea. Beyond the stage, an orchestra pit devoid of musicians is viewed at foreground.
Date:
1949
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
“New Moon” cast members, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1949

"Bohème" production, Act 4, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

Description:
Six opera singers performing in a production of Giacomo Puccini’s, La Bohème. The four men and two women perform in period costume. Singers portraying Colline and Marcello direct their attention to Musetta (portrayed by Barbara Ludwig), while singers portraying Schaunard and Rodolfo stand and kneel beside the character of Mimi (June Moss) sitting up in bed. The painted backdrop and set props recreate an attic apartment in Paris, while windows painted with snow-covered panes suggest the winter season outdoors. Props include a wood-burning stove, a table and chairs, a market basket, and a painting on the wall. An easel stands near the window. Microphones and an amplifier can be viewed at the stage’s edge, while a piano player and violinists are visible in the orchestra pit at foreground. Performed at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica.
Date:
June 1955
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
"Bohème" production, Act 4, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

"Bohème" production, Act 1, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

Description:
Four opera singers performing in a production of Giacomo Puccini’s, La Bohème. The men (wearing period costumes) portray Schaunard (a musician), Colline (a philosopher), Marcello (a painter) and Rodolfo (a writer). They stand center stage surrounding a table set with candles and a bottle of wine. Schaunard stands on a chair. The painted backdrop and set props recreate their shared attic apartment, including a wood-burning stove, a market basket next to the table, a wall painting, and an easel propped near the window - painted here with snow-covered panes to suggest the winter season outdoors. Microphones and an amplifier can be viewed at the stage’s edge, while a piano player, cellist, and violinists are visible in the orchestra pit at foreground. Performed at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica.
Date:
June 1955
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
"Bohème" production, Act 1, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

"Bohème" production, Act 2, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

Description:
Opera singers performing in a production of Giacomo Puccini’s, La Bohème. The cast, in period costume, take up the stage. Several children sit or kneel while adult cast members mill about. A singer portraying Rodolfo holds the arm and sings to Mimi (June Moss). The painted backdrop and set props recreate the Café Momus and adjoining buildings. The exterior set also includes a table and chairs (the table set with bottles and glasses), hanging lanterns, and a poster advertising “livres-musique.” Microphones and an amplifier can be viewed at the stage’s edge, while a piano player and violinists are visible in the orchestra pit at foreground. Performed at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica.
Date:
June 1955
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
"Bohème" production, Act 2, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

"Cavalleria Rusticana" production, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955

Description:
Opera singers performing in Pietro Mascagni’s, Cavalleria Rusticana. Cast members are gathered center stage in Italian peasant costumes while a singer, portraying Alfio, stands to the fore of the group holding a whip. Behind the players, an Italian village is depicted using a painted backdrop and set replete with a wine shop and church. Musicians are visible in the orchestra pit at foreground. Performed by the Santa Monica Civic Opera at Barnum Hall, Santa Monica.
Date:
1955
Resource Type:
still image
Photographer:
Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966
Collection:
Adelbert Bartlett Papers, 1922-1950
"Cavalleria Rusticana" production, Barnum Hall, Santa Monica, 1955