Kiralfys Theatre at the Worlds Fair, Brussels
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Kiralfys Theatre at the Worlds Fair, Brussels
Promotional postcard for Kiralfys Theatre in the American Park at the World Fair in Brussels, 1897. The Bolossy Brothers, Imre (1845-1919) and Bolossy (1848-1932), were highly influential burlesque and spectacle producers in Europe and the United States towards the end of the 19th century. The brothers paved the way for many of our modern day spectacles. With backgrounds in music and dance, these performers turned producers dazzled New York City with theatrical wonders. The brothers had a long and successful partnership and even continued to have success in their individual careers. From folk dancing in Europe to directing and producing in the United States, the Kiralfys spent their lives astounding audiences with unseen visual phenomenon and were never afraid to push the boundaries earning them a special place in entertainment history. Date: 1897
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1897 Exhibitions Kiralfy Panto Pantomime Promotional Spectacle
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Step right up and prepare to be amazed at Kiralfy's Theatre in the American Park at the World Fair in Brussels, 1897. This postcard invites us to experience the wonders of one of the most influential theatrical productions of the late 19th century. The Bolossy Brothers, Imre (1845-1919) and Bolossy (1848-1932), were pioneers in the realm of burlesque and spectacle, paving the way for many of our modern-day visual phenomena. Hailing from Europe, the brothers' backgrounds in music and dance led them to become trailblazing performers turned producers. Their dazzling theatrical wonders left New York City in awe, as they pushed the boundaries of what was considered possible on stage. From folk dancing in Europe to directing and producing in the United States, the Kiralfys spent their lives astounding audiences with unseen spectacles. The brothers' long and successful partnership continued even in their individual careers. Their productions ranged from traditional plays to pantomimes, or panto, and they were never afraid to experiment with new forms of entertainment. This postcard serves as a testament to their groundbreaking contributions to the world of popular entertainment. Join us at Kiralfy's Theatre in Brussels during the 1897 World Fair and be a part of history in the making. Witness the unforgettable sights and sounds that earned the Kiralfys a special place in entertainment history.
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