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Described as 'a social splash in society' (Sydney Morning Herald 9 June 1923, p.2). One of the songs incorporated into the 1923 production was 'Mother in Ireland,' sung by Les Warton.
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1923: Fullers' Theatre, Sydney, 9-15 June.
- Director George H. Ward; Producer Fullers' Theatres Ltd.
- Troupe Ward and Sherman Revue Company.
- Cast incl. Charles L. Sherman, George Ward (Hermie), Les Warton (Mike O'Brien), Harry Burgess, Richard Butler, Mabelle Morgan, Miss Curley Sherwood, Ida Merton, Dorie Tointon, Phyllis Whisken, Nessie Monroe, Mercia Elliott, Gladys Nyholme, Ida Fielder, Zoe Midgley.
1927: Bijou Theatre, Melbourne, 18-24 June.
- Director George H. Ward; Producer Fullers' Theatres Ltd.
- Troupe George Ward Revue Company.
- Cast incl. George H. Ward, Bert Le Blanc, Carlton Chase, Ern Delavale, Will Beresford, Lily Vockler, Winnie Edgerton, Valerie Rougal, Grace Savieri.
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This entry has been sourced from research undertaken by Dr Clay Djubal into Australian-written popular music theatre (ca. 1850-1930). See also the Australian Variety Theatre Archive
Last amended 2 Sep 2014 10:03:10
