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Pyke Collection

"Pyke: A Name Woven into History and Entertainment" From the grandeur of HMS Habbakuk to the enchanting performances by Ella Shields

Background imagePyke Collection: HMS Habbakuk in section

HMS Habbakuk in section
Illustration showing a cross section of the top secret design for HMS Habbakuk a giant aircraft-carrier built of ice and wood pulp, which was proposed as a secret weapon in the Second World War

Background imagePyke Collection: HMS Habbakuk with HMS Indefatigable, 1946

HMS Habbakuk with HMS Indefatigable, 1946
Illustration showing the top secret design for HMS Habbakuk (centre), a giant aircraft-carrier built of ice and wood pulp, which was proposed as a secret weapon in the Second World War

Background imagePyke Collection: Ella Shields / Pyke 1927

Ella Shields / Pyke 1927
ELLA SHIELDS Music hall entertainer: Burlington Bertie from Bow

Background imagePyke Collection: Harry Lauder / Pyke

Harry Lauder / Pyke
(Sir) HARRY LAUDER Scottish music-hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Charles 1st taking leave of his children

Charles 1st taking leave of his children

Background imagePyke Collection: Christmas Shopping by Elizabeth Pyke

Christmas Shopping by Elizabeth Pyke
Christmas Shopping, illustration by Elizabeth Pyke. circa 1910s

Background imagePyke Collection: Hullah and his pupils, 1842

Hullah and his pupils, 1842
John Pyke Hullah (1812 -1884), English composer and teacher of music, with his pupils at the second great choral meeting at Exeter Hall in 1842

Background imagePyke Collection: Charlie Coborn / E Pyke

Charlie Coborn / E Pyke
CHARLIE COBORN (Colin Whitton McCallum) Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Charles Bignell / Pyke

Charles Bignell / Pyke
CHARLES BIGNELL Music Hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Montagu Pyke

Montagu Pyke
MONTAGU PYKE - theatre manager and early cinematograph impre- -sario, who offered matinee patrons free cups of tea. A pub in Londons Charing X Road is named for him. Date: 1874 - ?

Background imagePyke Collection: John Pyke Hullah

John Pyke Hullah
JOHN PYKE HULLAH English musician - organist, composer and teacher. Date: 1812 - 1884

Background imagePyke Collection: Ernie Pyke Theatre and the Kabuki Theatre - Tokyo, Japan

Ernie Pyke Theatre and the Kabuki Theatre - Tokyo, Japan. The Ernie Pyle Theater was built in 1934 and originally named the Tokyo Takarazuka Theater, before getting its new name after WW2

Background imagePyke Collection: Charles 1st

Charles 1st

Background imagePyke Collection: John Pyke Hullah in 1842

John Pyke Hullah in 1842
John Pyke Hullah (1812 -1884), English composer and teacher of music, pictured here in 1842. Date: 1842

Background imagePyke Collection: James Fawn / E Pyke 1927

James Fawn / E Pyke 1927
JAMES FAWN Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: T E Dunville / E Pyke

T E Dunville / E Pyke
T E DUNVILLE (real name WALLON) Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Lottie Collins / E Pyke

Lottie Collins / E Pyke
LOTTIE COLLINS Music hall entertainer, best known for her song Ta-Ra-Ra- Boom-De-Ay

Background imagePyke Collection: Kate Carney / E Pyke

Kate Carney / E Pyke
KATE CARNEY Music hall entertainer, best known for her cockney songs

Background imagePyke Collection: Herbert Campbell / E Pyke

Herbert Campbell / E Pyke
HERBERT CAMPBELL Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Vesta Tilley / E Pyke

Vesta Tilley / E Pyke
VESTA TILLEY Music hall entertainer, best known for her male impersonations

Background imagePyke Collection: Little Tich / E Pyke

Little Tich / E Pyke
LITTLE TICH (Harry Relph) Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: George Robey / Pyke

George Robey / Pyke
GEORGE ROBEY Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Marie Lloyd / E Pyke

Marie Lloyd / E Pyke
MARIE LLOYD Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Dan Leno / 1927 Pyke

Dan Leno / 1927 Pyke
DAN LENO Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: A Chevalier / Pyke 1927

A Chevalier / Pyke 1927
ALBERT CHEVALIER Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Nellie Wallace / Pyke 1927

Nellie Wallace / Pyke 1927
NELLIE WALLACE (Eleanor Jane Liddy) English music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Tom Leamore / Pyke 1927

Tom Leamore / Pyke 1927
TOM LEAMORE Music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: George Lashwood / Pyke

George Lashwood / Pyke
GEORGE LASHWOOD English music hall entertainer

Background imagePyke Collection: Alec Hurley / Pyke 1927

Alec Hurley / Pyke 1927
ALEC HURLEY Music hall entertainer, tenor singer of coster songs

Background imagePyke Collection: Charles Godfrey / Pyke

Charles Godfrey / Pyke
CHARLES GODFREY (Paul Lacey) Music hall singer


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"Pyke: A Name Woven into History and Entertainment" From the grandeur of HMS Habbakuk to the enchanting performances by Ella Shields, it has left an indelible mark on various realms. In 1946, HMS Habbakuk stood tall alongside HMS Indefatigable, a testament to Pyke's innovative naval designs. Meanwhile, in 1927, Ella Shields captivated audiences with her mesmerizing talent as Pyke. Not limited to entertainment alone, Pyke's influence extended to historical events as well. Charles I bidding farewell to his children is a poignant reminder of the significance attached to this name throughout time. In the realm of artistry and creativity, Elizabeth Pyke showcased her skills through "Christmas Shopping, " capturing the essence of festive cheer. Additionally, Montagu Pyke added vibrancy and excitement with his eponymous establishment that became synonymous with leisure and enjoyment. Education also found its place within the legacy of Pyke. John Pyke Hullah dedicated himself to enlightening young minds while leaving an everlasting impact on generations through his teachings. The world of literature was not untouched either; Nicholas Nickleby came alive through captivating illustrations like never before thanks to talented artists such as E. Pyke who brought Dickens' words vividly onto paper. Musical talents flourished under the guidance of Charlie Coborn and Charles Bignell who both embraced their passion for performance under the name 'Pyke, ' creating melodies that resonated deeply within listeners' hearts. Whether it be engineering marvels or artistic brilliance, educational endeavors or musical prowess – across different eras and disciplines – one cannot deny that 'Pykes' have consistently made their presence felt in history's tapestry.