[Pavlova, Anna. (1881-1931)]
Souvenir Program
Souvenir program from a performance by the great ballerina, ca. 1923, including short essays on each of the evening's dances, which included "Oriental Impressions," "The Magic Flute," "Snowflakes, and "Amarilla," among many others. The program, bound with string, includes numerous halftone photographs of Pavlova, including a back page titled "Around the World with Pavlowa," showing the ballerina in Egypt and Japan. 16 pp. In fine condition. 9 x 12 inches (22.9 x 30.5 cm.).From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications. (20894)
Dance Program, unsigned