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George Rignold as King Henry V 1878

George Rignold playing Henry V, epitomising the patriotism of the time, during the opening night at Her Majesty's Theatre, after which he settled in Sydney.

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Foster and Martin
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State Library of Victoria
[Accession No: H96.160/134 Image No: cc000136]

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Foster and Martin

State Library of Victoria

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Her Majesty's Theatre

There have been three Her Majesty's Theatres in Sydney, spanning nearly a century of the city's theatrical history.

Rignold, George

Known for his heroic roles and spectacular productions, actor-manager George Rignold was nicknamed 'Gorgeous George' by The Bulletin.

Theatre

Rignold, George

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Actor and theatre manager renowned for both Shakespearean performances and popular melodramas.