At War With Women, by Frank Bateman
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At War With Women, by Frank Bateman
At War With Women, by Frank Bateman, first produced at the Metropolitan Theatre, Manchester, July 1902, then at the Theatre Royal, Stratford East, London, June 1903. Among Russian convicts in Siberia, the policeman Fedor Drosky snatches a baby from its mother and is about to dash it to the ground. General Malakoff stands watching (left). The wicked Countess Slavensky and Ivan Clovitch watch from a car in the background (Act 3, Scene 2). Date: circa 1903
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At War With Women
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is a powerful and dramatic play by Frank Bateman, first produced at the Metropolitan Theatre in Manchester in July 1902 and later at the Theatre Royal in Stratford East, London in June 1903. This image is taken from the play's third act, scene 2, and depicts a pivotal moment in the production. The scene is set in the harsh and unforgiving landscape of Siberia, where the Russian convict, Fedor Drosky, snatches a baby from its desperate mother and raises his arm to dash it to the ground. The chilling winter air is thick with the weight of despair and the coldness of the Russian heart. In the background, General Malakoff stands watching, his expression a mixture of shock and concern. The wicked Countess Slavensky and Ivan Clovitch observe the scene from the safety of a nearby car, their faces hidden in the shadows. The Countess's eyes gleam with malice as she revels in the suffering of others. The stage is set for a dramatic confrontation between good and evil, as the protagonist, Fedor, struggles with his own inner demons and the external forces that seek to destroy him. This image captures the raw emotion and intensity of the play, which was a popular melodrama of the Edwardian era in England. The actors' expressions and body language convey the depth of their characters, transporting the audience to a world of intrigue, passion, and moral dilemmas. The production of "At War With Women" was a testament to the power of live theatre to entertain, provoke thought, and challenge the status quo. The image is believed to have been taken circa 1903 and is a reminder of the rich theatrical heritage of the early 1900s in London. It is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the world of English theatre during this period and the enduring appeal of the melodrama genre.
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