Topsy Turvy single work   drama   sketch (theatrical)   humour  
Issue Details: First known date: 1899... 1899 Topsy Turvy
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AbstractHistoryArchive Description

Farce.

Notes

  • The Brisbane Courier records that 'The usual olio was superseded by a smart little farce called 'Topsy Turvy,' adopted by Mr Percy St John from the comedy Confusion' (26 June 1899, p.6).

Production Details

  • 1899: Theatre Royal, Brisbane, 26 June - 2 July. Director Percy St John; Producer/Lessee Thomas Delohery, Percy St John, and Ted Holland ; Troupe Elite Vaudeville and Burlesque Company.

    Cast incl. Amy Thornton, Arthur Albert, Arthur Crane, Gladys Cortroy, Charles Percival.

  • This entry has been sourced from on-going historical research into Australian popular theatre being conducted by Dr Clay Djubal.

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