It immediately brought to mind the time (more years ago than I care to remember) when I was a fairy on stage.
I am one of these "Dainty little fairies, tripping hither, tripping thither" in the opening chorus of the Gilbert & Sullivan operetta "Iolanthe".
I was a member of the Edinburgh University Savoy Opera Group and the annual G & S performancew were the highlight of my years there - I loved taking part in them.
Although the men's costumes were hired, the girls made their own - here in shades of blue and green chiffon with silver trim at the waist, and of course wings, plus a cloche hat covered in petals, and heavy eyeshadow. We thought we were great!
Although the men's costumes were hired, the girls made their own - here in shades of blue and green chiffon with silver trim at the waist, and of course wings, plus a cloche hat covered in petals, and heavy eyeshadow. We thought we were great!
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Perfect photos for the theme! How exciting and fun for you to be a part of such a group. Thanks for sharing your memories with us.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful photographs. And thank you for reminding me about Iolanthe - it really is one of mt favourite G&S operas. A belated welcome to Sepia Saturday - sorry I haven't been around for a few weeks. Looking forward to seeing more of your posts in the weeks ahead.
ReplyDeleteLovely memories Sue; thecostumes were so pretty. I am very fond of Iolanthe as I walked down the aisle 37 years ago next week, to the march from that very opera.
ReplyDeleteI was wondering which fairy was you, but they all look pretty much the same.
ReplyDeleteThis week's theme must have had YOU in mind. Perfect post.
ReplyDeleteI too managed to work G+S into this week's theme, but yours has fairies too - well done.
ReplyDeleteHi Susan ... what beautiful pictures! Your set design was lovely, as were all you fairies.
ReplyDeleteThe Sepia Saturday link to this isn't working for some reason. I found your blog through the comment that you left; you might want to check it out, though I see that you already have many comments so, maybe it is just some glitch on my end?
Have a super weekend,
Kathy M.
I am amazed at the interest in mu "Fairies" posting, as it was something I rattled off quickly when I saw the prompt. Thank you to everyone for their lovely comments.
ReplyDeleteThe fairy costumes match the scenery perfectly.
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