The Mikado
Originally released in 1926. The Mikado is a music/documentary film. At just 4 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Darrell Fancourt, Charles Goulding, and Henry Lytton
Synopsis
A short, hand-tinted promotional film made by the D'Oyly Carte Opera company to show off the new wardrobe and set dressing for the 1926 production of The Mikado. About six scenes from The Mikado are shown, then designer Charles Rickets steps onto the stage with a final look at the costumes and the film ends. The players in the production are legendary Savoyards, well-known from recordings of the period, but this is the only time a movie camera caught them in their roles, though sadly minus the singing. About four nitrate prints of this film are known to exist; two of which are at the BFI in London.
Quick Facts
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mikado about?
A short, hand-tinted promotional film made by the D'Oyly Carte Opera company to show off the new wardrobe and set dressing for the 1926 production of The Mikado. About six scenes from The Mikado ar...
How long is The Mikado?
The Mikado has a runtime of 0 hours and 4 minutes (4 minutes total).
When was The Mikado released?
The Mikado was released on May 2, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mikado?
The main cast of The Mikado includes Darrell Fancourt, Charles Goulding, Henry Lytton, Leo Sheffield, John Huntington.