Limelight Collection

Ramsay MacDonald leaping into the limelight
Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937) British Labour politician, leaping into the limelight over the backs of Bonar Law (Conservative) and Lloyd George (Liberal) when he won the General Election in 1922

1851, Illustration depicting the mechanism of the Drummond Light. Limelight
5311453 1851, Illustration depicting the mechanism of the Drummond Light. Limelight (also known as Drummond light or calcium light)

1851, Illustration depicting the mechanism of the Drummond Light. Limelight
5311456 1851, Illustration depicting the mechanism of the Drummond Light. Limelight (also known as Drummond light or calcium light)

Pastoral plays in Regents Park: a limelight performance of a Midsummer Night's Dream (engraving)
583335 Pastoral plays in Regents Park: a limelight performance of a Midsummer Night's Dream (engraving) by Salmon, Balliol (1868-1953) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pepper's Ghost: a method of projecting a 'ghost' onto the stage
527287 Pepper's Ghost: a method of projecting a 'ghost' onto the stage. 'Ghost' under stage is light and reflected by mirror on to sheet of glass in frotn of stage

Wrench gas bags for limelight magic lantern projector

Wrench limelight jets for magic lantern projector

With Sir Charles Warren in Bechuanaland (engraving)
1041008 With Sir Charles Warren in Bechuanaland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With Sir Charles Warren in Bechuanaland)

Cartoon, Miss Britannias Next New Doll (Shah of Persia)
Cartoon, Miss Britannias Next New Doll -- a satirical comment on the popularity of the Shah of Persia, at the time making a tour of the European continent

The Royal Wedding, Illuminations and Decorations (engraving)
1627270 The Royal Wedding, Illuminations and Decorations (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Wedding, Illuminations and Decorations)

Torch light procession in New York, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Torch light procession in New York, 1844. A parade held by supporters of James Knox Polk, winner of the presidential election

SINGER ON STAGE / 1911
A lady wearing a yellow dress sings on stage in a French music hall. Date: 1911

MUSIC HALL SERIO-COMIQUE
A serio-comique song and dance artiste at the Middlesex, a London music hall Date: 1890

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Ireland, North, Belfast, Ormeau Avenue, Sign for the Limelight live music venue and niteclub

Peppers Ghost: a method of projecting a ghost onto the stage. Ghost under stage is light and reflected by mirror on to sheet of glass in frotn of stage

Theatre / Limelight
The limelight man Date: 1908

The Dancer by Fred Purvis
Colour illustration by Fred W. Purvis of a dancer in the limelight on a theatre stage

Music Hall Lion-Comique
A lion comique at the Oxford, a London music hall

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"Stepping into the Limelight: A Historical Journey of Fame and Illumination" From Ramsay MacDonald leaping into the limelight to wrenching gas bags for magic lantern projectors, the concept has captivated generations. This captivating light source, created by wrenching limelight jets for magic lantern projectors, has played a significant role in various historical events. In Bechuanaland, Sir Charles Warren found himself under the spotlight as he stood alongside Ramsay MacDonald. The engraving immortalizes their moment in history when they embraced the limelight's glow. Even Miss Britannia couldn't resist its allure as she sought her next new doll – none other than Shah of Persia. This comical cartoon depicted how even royalty succumbed to the enchantment of being in the limelight. The Royal Wedding became an extravagant spectacle with illuminations and decorations that radiated pure joy. Engravings captured this magical ambiance, showcasing how love can truly shine bright when bathed in limelight. Across continents, torchlight processions illuminated New York City streets back in 1844. Unknown creators orchestrated this mesmerizing display, reminding us that even before modern technology, people craved basking in the brilliance of the limelight. Fast forward to 1911; a singer took center stage amidst a bustling music hall serio-comique. Their voice soared through a sea of eager faces yearning for their own moment under those dazzling lights. But it wasn't just individuals who reveled in its glory; entire concerts were held at prestigious venues like London's Royal Albert Hall. These grand occasions celebrated talent while embracing every performer's dream – stepping into that coveted circle of luminosity. Throughout history, from political figures to entertainers and ordinary citizens alike, everyone has desired their share of fame within this radiant realm known as "limelight. " It continues to be an enduring symbol representing our collective longing for recognition and the desire to shine bright in a world filled with darkness.