Great War Theatre

Researcher's Summary:

This new version of 5064 Gerrard written by Laurie Wylie and Alfred Parker replaced the original revue which had run at the Alhambra Theatre London continuously from March 1915 through to August 1915 (also in this database). The sketch "What Would You Do" (also in this database) was inserted into the revue in March 1916.

Licensed On: 20 Nov 1915

License Number: 3876

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British Library Reference: LCP1915/31

British Library Classmark: Add MS 66117 Q

Performances

Date Theatre Type
22 Nov 1915 King's Theatre, Southsea Unknown Licensed Performance
28 Nov 1915 Theatre Royal, Bournemouth Professional
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Direct from the Alhambra Theatre London will appear the great revue success 5064 Gerrard at the Theatre Royal during the coming week. (Bournemouth Graphic - Friday 26 November 1915)
6 Dec 1915 Grand Theatre, Croydon Professional
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The enterprising management of the Croydon Grand Theatre should have the support of the play-going public next week as the latest Alhambra revue 5064 Gerrard will make its bow to the local public. The entire production direct from Alhambra Theatre London will be presented. The Company is a very large one, headed by that excellent comedian George French. A lady who should prove herself a great favourite is Miss Anna Dorothy, while several other well-known names are promised something out of the common in the way of ballets. (Croydon Times – Wednesday 1 December 1915)
20 Dec 1915 Palace Theatre, Manchester Professional
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(Manchester) Anna Dorothy popular American comedian leading lady in 5064 Gerrard. (The Stage – Thursday 23 December 1915)
10 Jan 1916 Empire Theatre, Preston Professional
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(Preston) 5064 Gerrard one of the greatest of all London revue successes, will be produced at the Preston Empire next week by Mr Andre Charlot. The Revue ran at the Alhambra for many months to record bookings and made a big name adding to the lustre of one of the most popular theatres in town. It comes to the provinces with more claim to the liberal transplantation of a London success than usual, the setting, staging, dressing, and ensemble of all the 7 splendid scenes being identified with the Alhambra production. An unusually powerful cast of leading artistes has been secured. George French, the eminent comedian leads the fun-makers, and misses no point in a book that bristles with wit and humour. Anna Dorothy, an American comedienne who has made a big name for herself on this side of the pond, is the leading light on the ladies side of the cast. Dorothy Monkman a charming dancer and songstress with many tuneful and taking numbers. Miss Connie Kaye, Miss Finlayson, Syd Crossley, and Lafayette Ranney created amongst the leaders in a company of over 50 artistes. Special pains have been taken in the selection of a chorus gifted in song and dance, and the whole ensemble is worthy of the lavish setting. The 7 scenes include a magnificent Persian Ballet which for splendour staging, dressing and effect has seldom been equalled. The Pearl Necklace is another of the notable tableaux, and the Mirror Club an exact replica of one of the most famous and brilliant of London's nightclubs is a unique attraction. Amongst the many attractive lyrics which open the piece are Miss Monkman's Song of the Harem, Kentucky Home, and My Bird of Paradise. Miss Anna Dorothy's Won't You Be My Leading Lad, There She Goes, Humpty Dumpty Rag. Connie Kay's Oh Oh Marie, and Curds and Whey. Lafayette Ranney's Pick of the Family, and Rosy Rapture in addition to many concerted numbers and choral songs. (Lancashire Evening Post – Saturday 8 January 1916)
24 Jan 1916 Empire Theatre, Edinburgh Professional
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Edinburgh The Alhambra Revue 5064 Gerrard was presented on Monday to crowded audiences, and enthusiastically received. The beautiful staging and clever work of the Company could not fail to make a strong appeal. Special favour being accorded Anna Dorothy, a vivacious and versatile artist, and George French (an Edinburgh man, by the way) who has reached his present position by sheer talent, Dorothy Monkman, Syd Crossley, Lafayette Rannsley, and Connie Kaye are also popular with the audience. (The Stage – Thursday 27 January 1916)
30 Jan 1916 Empire, Newcastle Professional
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Newcastle Cast includes George French, Lafayette Rannsley, Syd Crossley, Dorothy Monkman, Connie Kaye, Anna Dorothy, and a cast of 50 Artistes. (Newcastle Daily Chronicle – Wednesday 2 February 1916)
7 Feb 1916 Olympia, Liverpool Professional
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Liverpool Mr Andre Charlot presents the Enormous London Revue Success 5064 Gerrard. Direct from the Alhambra Theatre London. 7 Gorgeous Scenes including the Persian Ballet, and Murray's London Night Club. Cast includes George French, Lafayette Rannsley, Dorothy Monkman, Anna Dorothy, Syd Crossley, Connie Kaye and Full London Company over 50 Artistes. (Liverpool Daily Post – Friday 4 February 1916)
14 Feb 1916 Empire Theatre, Bradford Professional
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Bradford One of the smartest of plays of the revue order is '5064 Gerrard' which as the name would suggest is bang up to date in motif and action, 'ringing up' Bradfordians to 'something real good' in the way of bright entertainment. The cast is a strong one comprising George French the well-known comedian with such talented associates as Lafayette Rannsley, Syd Crossley, Dorothy Monkman, Connie Kaye, and Anna Dorothy. A full London Company of 50 Artistes will sustain the revue with properties of elaborate character and schemes of colour illuminating costumes and scenic pictures amounting the latest word in up to date entertainment. Mr George French is a favourite in Bradford as much for his dancing as for his capacity as a fun merchant. Miss Anna Dorothy is a chic American comedian who is the leading lady. 5064 Gerrard it may be added is the phone number of the famous Leicester Square Alhambra. (Bradford Weekly Telegraph – Friday 11 February 1916)
6 Mar 1916 Empire, Finsbury Park, London Professional
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Finsbury Twice nightly 6.40 & 9.10pm. George French, Syd Crossley, Dorothy Monkman, and Anna Dorothy. (Holloway Press – Friday 3 March 1916)
20 Mar 1916 Alhambra, London Professional
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Alhambra Last week of revue 5064 Gerrard. Anna Dorothy, Clyde Cooke, George French, Manny & Roberts, and Odilo Myrtil. 8pm Matinee Wednesday and Saturday 2.15. (Daily Mirror – Thursday 30 March 1916)
27 Mar 1916 Alhambra, London Professional
3 Apr 1916 Empire, Chiswick Professional
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Chiswick Twice nightly 6.40 & 9pm. This special edition of 5064 Gerrard has been prepared by Messrs. L. Wylie and Alfred Parker. By arrangement with Alhambra Theatre London. The Revue with a Vogue. Cast includes George French, Anna Dorothy, Dorothy Monkman, Connie Kaye, Syd Crossley, Lafayette Rannsley, Charlie Manny, Bob Roberts, La Rose du Boulevard, Odette Myrtil. Full company of 50 artistes. 7 magnificent scenes including the Persian Ballet, and Murray's Night Club- an exact replica. (West London Observer – 31 March 1916)
10 Apr 1916 Grand Theatre, Birmingham Professional
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Birmingham Twice nightly at 6.50 & 9pm. By arrangement with the Alhambra Theatre London. Mr Anre Charlot presents the London Revue 5064 Gerrard. Cast includes George French, Lafayette Rannsley, Syd Crossley, Dorothy Monkman, Connie Kaye, Anna Dorothy. Full Company of over 50 artistes. (Birmingham Daily Post – Tuesday 11 April 1916)
17 Apr 1916 Empire Theatre, Leeds Professional
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Leeds At the Empire next week by arrangement with the Alhambra Theatre London. Andre Charlot will present the London revue success 5064 Gerrard by Laurie Wylie and Alfred Parker. The revue which is in 5 scenes will be played by a strong company and the cast will include George French. Anna Dorothy, Lafayette Rannsley, Syd Crossley, Dorothy Monkman, and Connie Kaye, the full Company includes over 50 artistes. The latest war pictures will also be shown. (Skyrack Courier – Friday 14 April 1916)