Edmund Gurney as Alfred Doolittle in Pygmalion
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Edmund Gurney as Alfred Doolittle in Pygmalion
Edmund Gurney in the role of Alfred Doolittle in George Bernard Shaws Pygmalion which first opened in London on 11 April 1914 starring Mrs Patrick Campbell and Sir Herbert Tree as Eliza Doolittle and Professor Henry Higgins repsectively. The Sketch magazine dubs it Mr. Bernard Shaws " Naughty Word" Play because Eliza utters the word, bloody ! Date: 1914
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Bernard Caricatures Character Characters Doolittle Edmund Gurney Plays Pygmalion Role Roles Shaw
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This photograph captures the inimitable Edmund Gurney in the iconic role of Alfred Doolittle in George Bernard Shaw's groundbreaking play, Pygmalion. First brought to life on the London stage on April 11, 1914, Pygmalion starred the esteemed Mrs Patrick Campbell as Eliza Doolittle and Sir Herbert Tree as Professor Henry Higgins. Gurney's portrayal of the dustman who transforms into a gentleman under Higgins' tutelage left audiences in stitches. Pygmalion, which was later adapted into the classic musical My Fair Lady, was a sensation due in part to Shaw's bold use of language. The play, which earned the moniker "Shaw's Naughty Word Play" by The Sketch magazine, shocked audiences with Eliza's utterance of the word "bloody." This photograph, a charming caricature from the era, beautifully encapsulates Gurney's portrayal of Alfred Doolittle – a man who, despite his humble beginnings, is not above a bit of mischief and wit. The image serves as a testament to the enduring power of Shaw's words and the captivating performances of its cast. Gurney's Alfred Doolittle remains a beloved character in the annals of theatre history, a reminder of the transformative potential of education, self-improvement, and the power of language.
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