Act 2, scene 1a -- Stage & costumes: Piero Tosi
This black and white scene of a theatrical production features a cast of performers in period clothing arranged across a stage. The performers are positioned in groups, with some standing while holding tall staffs and others sitting on the floor. An elaborate painted backdrop behind the group depicts a dense forest and distant mountains under a decorative border of painted foliage.
State University of New York at Buffalo. Music Library
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Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Banquo -
A person with a beard and grey hair is shown from the waist up wearing a thick tunic, a broad sash, and a belt. The individual has their hands raised in front of them with fingers curled, and their gaze is directed toward the upper right. Light from the left highlights the textures of the garment and the person's facial features.
Zanasi, Mario - Vocalist - baritone - Escamillo -
A person is shown from the waist up in a black and white portrait, looking toward the side. They wear a dark bolero-style jacket and matching trousers featuring intricate metallic embroidery, sequins, and tassels over a ruffled shirt. One hand is raised to chest level holding a slender white object against a neutral, shaded studio background.
Carl Ebert, John Christie, Moran Caplat, and Alfred Wallenstein (l-r) at Glyndebourne
Caplat, Moran - Person (other) - Manager -
Christie, John, 1882-1962 - Person (other) - impresario -
Ebert, Carl, 1887-1980 - Person (other) - -
Reverse: A high level discussion at Glyndbourne before leaving for the Edinburgh Festival, where they are putting on 'La Cenerentola,' 'Idomineo,' and 'The Rake's Progress' (premiere in Great Britain). -- L. to R.: Ebert, Christie, Caplat, Wallenstein
Four people wearing formal suits and ties are positioned around a patterned sofa in a room with dark wooden paneling and bookshelves. Two individuals sit side-by-side on the sofa, while a third sits behind them on the furniture's frame and a fourth sits on a chair to the right. The background features a tall vase and shelves filled with books.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Macbeth -
This black and white scene shows a theatrical production set in a grand hall with high walls and three large, spherical chandeliers. A large group of people in light-colored period clothing is positioned behind long tables on a checkered floor. In the center, a person in a uniform stands between two tall, decorated panels.
Victor De Sebata, conductor, at Teatro alla Scala
De Sabata, Victor, 1892-1967 - Conductor - -
Milan (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large audience fills a grand theater with a semi-circular layout featuring several tiers of balconies and a decorative domed ceiling with a large chandelier. In the foreground, members of an orchestra are positioned with instruments while a conductor stands on a central podium. The theater is filled to capacity with people seated on the main floor and within the numerous boxes stacked along the walls.
Leonard Warren as Count di Luna of Aragon
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Count di Luna of Aragon - Has inscription
A person in historical attire is shown in a waist-up portrait wearing a wide, dark-colored hat and a velvet doublet over a textured underlayer. A heavy cape is draped over one shoulder, and both hands are clashed around the ornate hilt of a sword held vertically. A signature is written vertically along the right edge of the frame.
Guarrera, Frank, 1923- - Vocalist - baritone - Valentin - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up in a dark vest over a white shirt with a wide collar and ruffled sleeves. One hand holds the hilt of a sword at the waist while the other is raised in a closed fist. The individual has dark hair, a mustache, and a goatee, and there is blue ink text and the date 1951 written in the upper right corner.
Karajan, Herbert von - Conductor - - -
A black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up, oriented in profile and looking toward the left. The individual has short, wavy hair and wears a dark, heavy coat over a light-colored collared shirt. The background is blurred, showing architectural details and foliage.
Amara, Lucine - Vocalist - soprano - Micaela - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person wearing a dark headscarf, a light-colored long-sleeved shirt, and a dark vest. The person holds a woven wicker basket and looks toward the upper right of the frame. Handwritten cursive text is present on the lower right side over the basket and sleeve.
Anna Maria Canali as Meg Page in Falstaff
Canali, Anna Maria - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Meg Page -
A person stands in an ornate, floor-length dress featuring dark vertical stripes and lace detailing at the collar and cuffs. They wear a large headdress with a long veil that reaches the ground. Behind them is a painted stage set showing a timber-framed building, a white picket fence, and a garden. Handwritten text is visible at the bottom of the scene.
Horowitz, Vladimir, 1903-1989 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
Reverse stamped: David Libidins, independent concert management
A black and white portrait features a person in a tuxedo and bowtie positioned in front of a grand piano. The individual has one hand resting on the piano keys and the other on their lap while looking toward the side. A handwritten signature is present in the upper left corner against a neutral background.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Brunnhilde - Has inscription
A person wears a metallic helmet adorned with tall feathers, a dark cape with circular studs, and a decorative chain. The person holds a spear vertically in one hand while a rectangular shield is positioned in the foreground. Handwritten text is visible on the right side of the background.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Faust (Faust) - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person with dark, wavy hair from the chest up against a plain background. They wear a dark, double-breasted coat with wide lapels over a white collared shirt and a dark bowtie with a white ruffled cravat. A handwritten signature is visible on the lapel of the coat, and a small copyright notice is positioned in the lower right corner.
Stella, Antonietta - Vocalist - soprano - Aida - Has inscription
A person is depicted from the chest up in a black and white studio setting, wearing an elaborate headdress composed of numerous small braids gathered into a high bun. They wear large hoop earrings and a patterned, draped shawl, with one hand resting against their chest. Handwritten blue ink on the left side includes the name "Antonietta Stella" and the date "N.Y. 1957".
Caruso, Enrico, 1873-1921 - Vocalist - tenor - -
A person is depicted from the chest up in a black and white portrait. The individual wears a wide-brimmed hat, a collared shirt with a tie, and a dark suit jacket with a white pocket square. The subject's face is angled slightly toward the camera against a dark, indistinct background.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Giovanna Seymour -
A person stands in a full-length, dark gown that features long flared sleeves and white looping trim along the neckline. They have dark hair and are positioned against a textured stone-like wall next to a window with a diamond pane design. This black and white scene focuses on the figure and the surrounding architectural elements.
Arié, Raffaele - Vocalist - bass - Padre Guardiano -
This monochrome scene depicts a theatrical stage with a central building facade that has an arched gateway, a bell tower, and two small windows. Two individuals wearing dark robes and light-colored capes stand on the stage, which also includes a stone well to the right. A painted backdrop of a cloudy sky is visible behind the structure.
Respighi, Ottorino, 1879-1936 - Composer - - -
A person is shown from the chest up in a black and white studio portrait against a dark, plain background. They wear a dark, textured suit jacket with a patterned pocket square, a matching waistcoat, and a white dress shirt with a rounded collar. A patterned necktie is centered under the collar, and the subject's dark, wavy hair is styled away from their forehead.
Venice (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This interior space features high ceilings with ornate moldings and a series of tall ionic columns positioned throughout a polished floor. A large, intricate crystal chandelier hangs in the foreground, while a symmetrical set of stairs with dark carpeting leads to an upper level in the background. Smaller chandeliers and decorative wall panels are visible in adjacent rooms and along the far wall.
Three ornate architectural structures stand as the backdrop for a stage set featuring a dining table and several pieces of furniture. Figures in costume are positioned across the stage, which sits above a long orchestra pit containing musicians and their instruments. Text in the bottom right corner identifies the location and year of the performance.
Indiana University Auditorium - Building - - -
Bloomington (Ind.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This is a wide-angle view of a multi-story stone building with a flat, tiered roof and Art Deco architectural features. The front facade includes a series of tall, recessed columns and green awnings over ground-level entrances. Green hedges and several trees surround the base of the structure against a plain blue sky.
Jurinac, Sena, 1921- - Vocalist - soprano - Cherubino -
A full-length black and white portrait displays a person in a theatrical costume standing before a background of draped curtains. The outfit includes a dark coat with light-colored cuffs and trim, a ruffled shirt, and tall black leather boots. The person stands with their body turned slightly to the side while looking directly forward.
Edinburgh (Scotland) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white scene shows a performance taking place on a large, open ground flanked by grandstands filled with spectators. Spotlights illuminate a group of people wearing kilts and tall hats as they stand in various formations, some carrying bagpipes and drums. A large stone castle with multiple towers and battlements stands prominently in the background.
Harvuot, Clifford, 1912- - Vocalist - baritone - Angelotti -
A person looks toward the upper corner of the frame while holding a dark garment over one shoulder. The person wears a light-colored, pinstriped shirt and has short, wavy hair. The black and white scene is set against a plain background with a copyright notice in the bottom right corner.
Fiedler, Arthur, 1894-1979 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with short grey hair and a mustache stands before several bookshelves packed with numerous books and binders. They wear a patterned jacket over a white shirt and dark tie while holding an open folder of sheet music. A signature is visible in the lower right corner, and an alphanumeric code is printed in the lower left corner.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Mignon -
Act 1 -- Setting and design by F. Zeffirelli
A large theatrical stage set depicts a rustic courtyard with timber-framed beams and a staircase leading to an upper level. Several people sit at tables in the foreground near a covered wagon and various wooden props. The background consists of a painted backdrop showing a snowy landscape with distant buildings under a decorative valance.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
Verona, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A dense city layout is shown from a high-angle perspective in black and white. A wide river curves through the lower portion, crossed by a bridge with distinctive battlements and a large castle. Further into the city, an oval-shaped ancient amphitheater is surrounded by closely packed buildings.
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Calkas - Has inscription
This black and white scene shows a stage performance with a person in a dark robe standing near stone columns atop a set of stairs. A large group of people in light-colored robes is seated or lying on the stage to the left of the stairs. The background consists of a tall, dark flat surface, and a handwritten signature appears in the bottom margin.
Carteri, Rosanna - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
A person stands centered wearing a long-sleeved collared top, a dark fringed shawl, and a full-length skirt with a dark horizontal band near the hem. The background features a theatrical stage set depicting a stone wall with an arched opening. Cursive writing is visible across the bottom of the person's clothing and the floor.
Scotti, Antonio, 1866-1936 - Vocalist - baritone - Baron Scarpia - Has inscription
This portrait shows a person from the shoulders up in profile facing right, positioned within an oval border. The subject wears a light-colored wig with curls and a dark coat with a large, stiff collar. A signature that appears to read "A. Scotti" and a handwritten date of "APR. 1927" are inscribed in black ink at the bottom of the scene.
First performance -- Décor: Stellan Molner?
A large ensemble of performers in various long robes and headpieces stands on a stage with tiered steps and architectural columns. A single person in light-colored clothing is positioned in the center foreground, while other groups are gathered on either side and on an elevated platform in the background.
Badura-Skoda, Paul - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person in a formal dark jacket and white bow tie looks down while seated at a piano. The upper right corner contains a handwritten blue ink message signed by Paul Badura-Skoda and dated December 1953. This black and white portrait features studio lighting and a plain background.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Eboli
Act 2, scene 2 -- Antonio Votto, conductor
Multiple people wearing elaborate period attire are positioned across a stage in front of a draped backdrop. The costumes include large dresses, tunics, and feathered hats, with one individual holding a stringed instrument. The black and white scene shows the performers in various poses under stage lighting.
Davy, Gloria - Vocalist - soprano - Aida -
A person with short, curly dark hair is positioned against a neutral, light-toned background. They are wearing a light-colored, draped dress layered under a darker fabric that wraps around the shoulders and arms. Several thick, smooth bracelets are on each wrist, and the person's hands are raised to the sides of their head.
Lazzari, Virgilio - Vocalist - bass - -
A black and white studio portrait shows a person from the chest up against a soft, blurred background. The individual wears a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a dark bowtie with white polka dots. They look toward the right side of the frame with their arms crossed in front of them. White cursive writing across the bottom includes the name "Virgilio Lazzari" and the date "1952".
Monti, Nicola - Vocalist - tenor - Don Narciso -
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Fiorilla
Reverse stamped: Dallas Morning News, Dec. 6, 1957, News Staff Photo
A group of performers in varied costumes stands on a stage against an ornate, dark architectural backdrop. Several individuals wear elaborate robes and tall or wide headpieces, including turbans and pointed veils, while one person wears a dark suit with white lapels. Some performers have their mouths open as they stand in a line across the stage.
Pinza, Ezio - Vocalist - bass - Don Giovanni - Has inscription
This black and white portrait depicts a person in profile wearing a detailed, embroidered historical costume and a single teardrop earring. The attire includes a high-collared shirt and an ornate jacket with intricate patterns and buttons. A gloved hand rests near the center, and a signature is written across the person's clothing.
Renata Tebaldi as Tosca with Tito Gobbi as Baron Scarpia
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca -
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Baron Scarpia
A person stands in the center of a dark stage wearing a light-colored, patterned floor-length gown and jewelry with their hands clasped at their chest. They look toward a second person who lies flat on their back on the floor wearing dark clothing and boots. A piece of ornate furniture with a dark cushion is partially visible in the lower left foreground.
Peerce, Jan, 1904- - Vocalist - tenor - Riccardo - Has inscription
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - OscarHas inscription
Scott, Norman - Vocalist - bass - Tom - Has inscription
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Samuel - Has inscription
Act 1 (l. to r.): Riccardo, Oscar (on platform)
A large group of people in 18th-century style costumes is gathered on a stage set designed as a formal hall with tall windows and a central throne. Busts sit on pedestals to the left and right, while a person in white stands near a table in the foreground. Several names are written in white cursive ink across the scene.
Lehmann, Lotte - Vocalist - soprano - Marschallin - Has inscription
A person wearing historical attire holds a decorative fan in a black-and-white portrait. The person is dressed in an ornate, patterned gown with lace sleeves and a voluminous, powdered wig. They are wearing jewelry, including a necklace and earrings, while a signature and the date 1940 are written at the bottom.
Gieseking, Walter, 1895-1956 - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person wearing a dark suit and light shirt sits in profile at a grand piano. Their hands are positioned on the keys, and the background is composed of dark, draped fabric. Small white text is located in both lower corners.
A person with short hair is shown wearing a dark suit jacket and a white bowtie against a light background. They are seated with one hand resting on a chair back and the other hand raised near their face. The number #1740 is visible in the bottom left corner of the frame.
Merrill, Robert, 1917- - Vocalist - baritone - Alfredo Germont - Has inscription
A person with wavy hair and sideburns wears a long-skirted coat with dark lapels and a cravat adorned with a brooch. They hold a top hat against their waist and a pair of gloves in their other hand, with spectacles hanging from a ribbon. The upper left area contains handwritten text in ink and a signature.
Madeira, Jean - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Carmen - Has inscription
This black and white photograph captures a large group of performers in historical costumes arranged across a theatrical stage. The set features a castle-like structure on the left, building facades on the right, and a dark silhouette of a church tower in the center background. Several individuals stand in the foreground while others sit or stand on various levels of the stage platform.
Stignani, Ebe - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Azucena -
A person in a dark robe with light-colored scrollwork embroidery and fringed sleeves sits within a theatrical set. They wear heavy facial makeup and a patterned undergarment, with one hand resting on a dark fur-like texture and the other held near their head. The background consists of large, angular fabric shapes under dramatic lighting.
Dohnányi, Erno, 1872-1960 - Composer - - -
An older person in profile sits at a piano in this black and white scene. The individual wears a dark suit jacket and holds a writing instrument against the pages of sheet music. The music is propped on a stand, and a signature appears in the bottom right corner.
Steinberg, William, 1899-1978 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Signed: 1956 -- Guest conductor, Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, 1955-1956 season -- Reverse stamped: Hurok Attractions, NY
This black and white portrait depicts a person in three-quarter profile looking toward the left side of the frame. The individual has a mostly bald head with dark hair on the sides and is dressed in a suit jacket and tie. Handwritten text in the bottom left corner includes a message addressed to Dr. Warren Perry, a signature reading William Steinberg, and the date 1956.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Don Jose -
Madeira, Jean - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Carmen
A black and white scene features two people on a theater stage. One person sits on the floor wearing a large ruffled skirt, a lace top, and a white lace veil decorated with flowers. The second person stands in a leaning pose over the first, wearing a dark vest over a white long-sleeved shirt and trousers. Vertical panels and draped fabric make up the background.
Limarilli, Gastone - Vocalist - tenor - Calaf -
A large, multi-tiered pagoda-style structure stands at the top of a set of wide stairs on a theatrical stage. Figures wearing elaborate robes and decorative headpieces are positioned across the steps and on the structure's balcony levels. One individual in a light-colored outfit stands prominently in the center of the stairs while others sit in the foreground with their backs to the viewpoint. The monochromatic scene uses lighting to highlight the details of the costumes and the architectural set against a dark background.
Vanni, Helen - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Flora -
A person wears formal attire consisting of a dark gown with puffed sleeves and jeweled accents. Long gloves, a large necklace, and a tall headpiece with feathers complete the ensemble. One hand is raised holding an open folding fan while the person looks upward.
Paris (France) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white scene shows two people standing beneath a portico with large stone columns, looking at a list of plays posted on a pillar. One person in a dark coat and boots stands in the foreground, while another person stands partially obscured behind them. The background reveals a city square with multi-story buildings and other individuals walking in the distance.
French Government Tourist Office, (New York, N.Y.)
Lipkin, Seymour - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person in a suit and tie is shown in profile from the waist up while seated at a piano. The person's hands rest on the keys, and their head is tilted downward. Printed text at the bottom identifies the individual as "SEYMOUR LIPKIN, pianist" and lists the "NATIONAL CONCERT AND ARTISTS CORPORATION."
Angeles, Victoria de los - Vocalist - soprano - Manon (Manon) - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a floral gown with bows along the center and ruffled lace sleeves. They wear a curled wig with pearl strands, a jeweled necklace, and pearl bracelets while holding a long staff. A signature is written over the bottom of the clothing against a plain background.
Caruso, Enrico, 1873-1921 - Vocalist - tenor - Lionel -
De Luca, Giuseppe, 1876-1950 - Vocalist - baritone - Plunkett
Hempel, Frieda, 1885-1955 - Vocalist - soprano - Martha
Arndt-Ober, Margarethe, 1885-1971 - Vocalist - contralto - Nancy
L. to r.: Nancy, Plunkett, Lionel, Martha
Four people wearing period clothing are seated in a wooden cart harnessed to a dark-colored horse. The background features a set with timber-framed houses, stone walls, and a tall pole decorated with ribbons. A small wooden structure with a pointed roof is mounted on a post behind the horse.
Fox, Virgil, 1912-1980 - Instrumentalist - organ - - Has inscription
A person with short curly hair and glasses wears a suit and patterned tie while leaning over the back of a chair. White cursive handwriting across the center of the portrait reads, "For Warren Perry Sincerely Virgil Fox." The subject is positioned against a plain, shaded background and looks off to the side. A small logo for "Bruno of Hollywood" appears in the bottom right corner.
Alva, Luigi - Vocalist - tenor - Count Almaviva (Barbiere di Siviglia) -
A person stands on a stage wearing an ornate costume that includes a frock coat with wide cuffs, a light-colored waistcoat, and tall black boots that reach above the knees. They hold a thin, light-colored object in both hands while looking toward the left side of the frame. The background features a textured architectural set piece resembling a stone wall and doorway.
Brouwenstijn, Gre - Vocalist - soprano - Sieglinde -
A person wearing a light-colored, pleated robe and a dark sash holds a small, dark bowl in both hands while looking downward. The black and white scene features a solid dark background that contrasts with the lighter clothing. In the lower foreground, another person reaches an open palm toward the bowl, with only their arm and the back of their head visible.
Olivero, Magda - Vocalist - soprano - Fedora Romanov - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a dark, floor-length gown with a train, long white gloves, and a beaded neckline. Behind them, a mirror reflects the back of the outfit against a backdrop of vertically striped curtains. Text at the bottom reads "TEATRO DI S. CARLO", "MAGDA OLIVERO", and "FEDORA", with a handwritten signature overlaid on the person's skirt.
Seefried, Irmgard - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
Reverse stamped: leading soprano, Vienna Opera
This black and white portrait features a person with dark, wavy hair and dark lipstick looking downward. They use their hands to adjust a white floral headpiece and attached veil material. The person wears a light-colored garment with ruffled edges along the neckline and sleeves. A cursive signature is overlaid across the middle of the frame.
Stignani, Ebe - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - -
This black and white scene depicts a theatrical stage production with several people positioned among painted building flats. The people wear varied traditional attire, including wide-brimmed hats, vests, and long, striped or patterned skirts. A large white backdrop is illuminated from above, while some people are visible on a raised balcony to the left.
Pons, Lily, 1898-1976 - Vocalist - soprano - Gilda - Has inscription
A person stands against a plain wall wearing a pleated, floor-length dress with wide, translucent sleeves. The bodice features a crisscross detail held by small circular fasteners. A signature written in blue ink appears on the lower right section of the gown.
Penno, Gino - Vocalist - tenor - Radames - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows a person from the waist up, turned away from the camera and looking back over their shoulder. The individual wears a dark wig with numerous small braids and short bangs, paired with a dark garment featuring metallic-style decorative trim on the sleeves and neckline. A light-colored fabric is draped over one shoulder, and a handwritten signature is visible at the bottom of the frame.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Duke of Mantua - Has inscription
A person stands on a stage set dressed in a patterned tunic with puffed sleeves, fitted leggings, and high boots. They hold a bottle in one hand and a small cup in the other, standing near a wooden counter with a candle and several glasses. The background features structural wooden beams and architectural elements that suggest an interior rustic setting.
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov -
Several people wearing white head coverings and dark robes hold lit candles while facing an individual in dark, hooded attire. This individual has a long, light-colored beard and holds a tall wooden staff in one hand while gesturing upward with the other. The group stands on a dark floor against a dark, shadowy background.
Svanholm, Set - Vocalist - tenor - Tristan - Has inscription
A person stands centered in a costume featuring a crested helmet, chainmail sleeves, and a dark tunic with decorative shoulder and belt details. They hold a silver-toned chalice in front of their chest, and a sword hilt is visible at their waist. Handwritten text in blue ink appears in the upper left corner against a light, textured background.
Mödl, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - Brunnhilde - Has inscription
This studio portrait displays a person from the shoulders up, facing the camera with a neutral expression. They wear a light-colored headscarf draped over their head and shoulders, and their hair is styled in structured, deep waves at the forehead. Blue cursive handwriting and a date from 1958 are visible across the lower portion of the frame.
Fleisher, Leon - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person in a dark suit and glasses is positioned in profile while playing a grand piano. Their hands are placed on the keys, and their head is tilted toward the instrument. A handwritten signature and date are located on the right side of the scene.
Flagello, Ezio - Vocalist - bass - Carnero -
Gedda, Nicolai - Vocalist - tenor - Barinkay
Resnik, Regina, 1922- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Czipra
A group of performers in elaborate traditional costumes are positioned on a theatrical stage set depicting a village square with stone structures and painted backdrops. The central figures wear detailed period clothing, including tiered skirts, military-style jackets, and hats, while the background set features a large stone tower and an arched entrance. This black and white view captures a wide composition of the cast against the scenic design.
Central City Opera House - Building - - -
Central City (Colo.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
An empty theater features tiered rows of wooden chairs sloping down toward a stage. The stage holds a set piece designed to look like a multi-story building facade with windows and balconies. Painted designs cover the ceiling and walls, with winged sculptures mounted on the side walls next to the stage.
Lewis, Richard, 1914- - Vocalist - tenor - Troilus -
This black and white scene features a stage where a crowd of people in tunics and robes is gathered on the left side. Many members of the crowd have their arms extended, pointing towards a person standing on a set of wide stairs on the right. This individual is positioned beneath a structure with stone columns, with additional people standing on a higher level behind them.
Paderewski, Ignace Jan, 1860-1941 - Instrumentalist - piano - -
Pictures Paderewski's (?) hands -- Reverse stamped: NBC Artists Service
This black and white graphic displays three identical, vertically aligned panels showing a person's hands on a piano keyboard. In each panel, the hands are positioned with fingers curved over both white and black keys against a dark background. A light-colored sleeve is partially visible in the upper right corner of each frame.
Bastianini, Ettore - Vocalist - baritone - Rodrigue -
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe II
Six individuals in detailed period clothing are positioned on a stage against a dark background. A central figure wearing a crown and a long, patterned cape extends an arm toward a person in an ornate, embroidered gown with a large ruff collar. Other figures stand nearby, including one in a white cape and others in feathered headwear and voluminous dresses.
Cincinnati Summer Opera Pavillion - Building - - -
Cincinnati (Ohio) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This illustration depicts a large structure with flat roofs supported by thin pillars, creating several open-air levels with tiered floors. Outdoor stairs and ramps connect the different sections, and a low railing spans the foreground in front of the building. To the left, part of an older building with an arched window is visible, and the surrounding landscape includes trees and low bushes.
Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Athens, Greece) - Building - - -
Audience leaving the Odeon after a performance of Fidelio
A crowd of people dressed in mid-twentieth-century formal clothing walks down a wide set of stone stairs from a massive ancient building. The stone structure in the background contains several rows of arched window-like openings against a dark sky. People fill the staircase and the ground below, surrounded by uneven, rocky terrain.
Pobbe, Marcella - Vocalist - soprano - Elsa -
A monochrome stage set features a cavernous hall with a checkered pattern on its vaulted ceiling and thick, textured pillars. Two people dressed in white garments are positioned in the center, near a bed with a fabric canopy to the left. Arched openings and a set of steps are located on the right side of the scene.
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Doctor - Has inscription
A person with graying hair and a thick mustache is dressed in a dark, textured jacket with a velvet collar and a decorative cravat. They hold a pipe with their right hand while the left arm is crossed in front of their body. Handwritten text is visible across the lower left side of their clothing.
Krasner, Louis, 1903- - Instrumentalist - violin - -
A person plays a violin while wearing a suit jacket and tie. The individual looks down toward the instrument with their hands positioned on the strings and bow. This black and white scene features soft lighting and shadows against a plain background.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Eboli -
A group of performers in elaborate historical attire is gathered on a stage set featuring architectural pillars and arches. Several individuals wear gowns with ruffled collars, while one person kneels and another holds a stringed instrument. A central figure wears a dark, ornate gown with a decorated belt, and another person sits on a low stool in the foreground with their back to the camera.
Guarrera, Frank, 1923- - Vocalist - baritone - Alfredo Germont -
A person in formal attire is depicted from the chest up against a light-toned background. they wear a tall top hat with a curved brim, a dark jacket over a white collared shirt, and a dark bow tie. The person has a thin, curled mustache and sideburns, and one gloved hand is shown holding a monocle.
A person with light-colored hair styled in waves and curls is shown from the chest up in black and white. They wear dark eye makeup and a garment featuring dark shoulder pieces with circular metal ornaments and hanging chains. A handwritten signature and message are inscribed in dark ink across the lower center of the clothing.
Yeend, Frances - Vocalist - soprano - Marguerite - Has inscription
A person with fair skin and light-colored hair is shown from the chest up wearing a headscarf and hoop earrings. Their hands are placed on draped fabric at their chest, and a large handwritten autograph in blue ink spans across the middle. Small white text in the bottom right corner reads "DeBELLIS N.Y." and "NY3821".
Sutherland, Joan, 1926- - Vocalist - soprano - Lucia -
This black and white portrait features a person from the waist up, dressed in a period-style gown with a tartan sash draped over one shoulder. The individual has dark hair styled in ringlets and is looking toward the upper left with their hands clasped in front. The background is dark and includes a dimly lit architectural structure resembling a window with multiple panes.
A black and white portrait features a person from the chest up, positioned in a three-quarter profile facing left. The person has dark, neatly styled hair combed back and wears a dark suit jacket over a white dress shirt and a patterned necktie. The background is a plain, light-colored surface with soft lighting that highlights the contours of the face.
Nikolaidi, Elena, 1909- - Vocalist - contralto - Amneris - Has inscription
A person looks toward the upper right in this black and white portrait while wearing an elaborate headpiece and matching wrist cuffs. The headpiece is made of a woven material with three small, rounded protrusions on top and hanging metallic accents on the sides. The person's hands are held near their neck, displaying wide cuffs decorated with dark gems and metallic trim. A signature is positioned in the top right corner over a plain background.
Franco Corelli as Calaf with Birgit Nilsson as Turandot and Alessio de Paolis as the Emperor
Corelli, Franco - Vocalist - tenor - Calaf -
De Paolis, Alessio - Vocalist - tenor - Emperor Altoum
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Turandot
This black and white scene features three individuals in ornate theatrical costumes on a stage with a wooden staircase. In the foreground, one person wears a dark layered tunic and a large fuzzy hat, while another person nearby wears an embroidered robe and an elaborate beaded headdress. At the top of the stairs, a third person sits on a throne wearing a tall pointed hat and heavily layered garments.
Anda, Geza - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A black and white profile view shows a person wearing a suit, tie, and dark glasses with their hands clasped together near their chin. Dark handwriting is inscribed across the lower half of the subject, which includes a signature and the date "12.12.55." Small printed text in the bottom right corner reads "#534 C/DOUGLAS GLASS".
Bernstein, Leonard, 1918- - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Guest conductor - 1955-1956, 75th Anniversary Season
This black and white close-up shows a person with dark, wavy hair looking toward the right of the frame. The individual wears a patterned blazer over a white collared shirt and a solid-colored necktie against a neutral background.
Scott, Norman - Vocalist - bass - Pimen - Has inscription
A person with a long, wavy beard and a dark cap is seated at a table wearing a dark, high-collared garment. They hold a white quill pen above a large, thick book positioned next to a candle in a metal holder. The black and white scene includes handwritten text on the right and a photographer's logo in the bottom left corner.
Schuricht, Carl, 1880-1967 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person in formal attire conducts in front of a patterned architectural backdrop. Shown from the chest up, the subject wears a dark jacket and bowtie while holding a thin baton in a raised right hand. The background consists of out-of-focus, intricate geometric carvings. Blue ink handwriting at the bottom reads "Carl Schuricht" and "Dec 56".
Giardino di Boboli (Florence, Italy) - Building - - -
This wide shot captures an outdoor theatrical set at night featuring a large group of individuals in period costumes on a tiered stage. In the background, a brightly lit sloping hill rises toward a dark sky, with its crest lined by numerous circular tents topped with crescent moon symbols. Large, light-colored rectangular panels and foliage frame the lower portions of the stage area.
Warfield, William - Vocalist - bass - - Has inscription
This black and white composition shows a person from the waist up in formal attire, including a dark tuxedo jacket, light-colored bowtie, and white pocket square. The individual's hands are positioned in front of them, with one hand resting on the other wrist. In the upper-left corner, there is a handwritten inscription and signature that includes the date April 11, 1957.
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Elsa -
A person is shown from the chest up wearing a light-colored garment and a head covering secured by a metallic band with a central jewel. The person's hands are clasped together at the chest with fingers interlaced, and their face is turned toward the upper right corner. Small text identifying a photographer is located in the bottom left corner of the frame.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
A person with dark, curly hair tied with a ribbon is shown from the chest up. They wear a plaid garment with lace details on the collar and cuffs, layered under a dark shawl. A blue ink signature and handwriting are visible across the front of the person.
Roman, Stella - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person stands in a full-length, dark velvet gown featuring intricate light-colored patterns on the bodice and skirt. The individual has dark hair styled in an updo and wears a necklace, looking slightly to their left against a neutral background. A signature in blue ink is written across the upper left corner.
A large group of people stands on a stage wearing historical-style clothing, including wide hats, waistcoats, and long skirts. The background features several tents and wooden structures arranged in an open space under a light-colored backdrop. A silhouette of leafy branches creates an arch over the scene from the top and sides of the frame.
A theatrical stage production features a two-level set with a large group of performers in historical attire. The upper level consists of a stone wall with a prominent archway, while the lower level portrays a subterranean space with several tables and chairs. Diverse costumes include long dresses, vests, and jackets, with individuals positioned across both levels of the stage.
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Paul Kletzki conductor, Royal Festival Hall, London
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Ensemble - - -
Royal Festival Hall (London) - Building - - -
A black and white view from an elevated angle shows a full orchestra performing on a multi-level stage. A conductor stands on a central podium facing musicians who are playing a variety of string, wind, and percussion instruments. An audience is seated in tiered sections surrounding the stage, and a large pipe organ is visible in the background against wood-paneled walls.
MacNeil, Cornell, 1922- - Vocalist - baritone - Amonasro -
A person in theatrical makeup and costume is shown from the chest up in black and white. The individual has voluminous curly hair with light streaks, thick dark eyebrows, and a goatee. Their attire includes a dark garment with a thick, textured white collar and a patterned strap across the shoulder.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Maddalena de Coigny - Has inscription
A person wearing a ruffled, floral-patterned gown stands in profile next to a wooden console table against a decorative wall. On the table sits a multi-arm candelabra with candles and a tall, ornate vase filled with light-colored flowers. The person holds a small lace cloth and has flowers styled in their hair. Blue handwritten text is scrawled over the lower right portion of the person's dress.