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Circa 1967
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This circa 1967 original poster announces La Caravelle d'Or, a grand operetta starring the iconic Luis Mariano, held at the prestigious Théâtre du Châtelet under the direction of Marcel Lamy. Bursting with color and theatrical energy, the poster is a vivid artifact of French musical theatre's golden era, celebrating the charisma of one of its brightest stars.
Dominated by bold greens and fiery reds, the design features an animated depiction of a 15th-century sailing ship—a caravelle—with billowing sails and triumphant movement across stylized waves. The ornate typography of the title, La Caravelle d'Or, suggests an adventure full of romance, exoticism, and spectacle. It perfectly reflects the spirit of operetta in the 1960s: lavish, escapist, and irresistibly melodic.
At the heart of the production is Luis Mariano, the beloved Spanish-born tenor who reigned supreme on the French operetta stage from the 1940s through the 1960s. Known for his rich voice, debonair style, and boundless charm, Mariano brought star power to every production he touched. La Caravelle d'Or was no exception, conceived as a "grand spectacle en 2 actes et 38 tableaux"—an ambitious showcase of theatrical imagination.
The music, composed by Francis Lopez, once again brings to life the composer’s signature blend of sweeping melodies, catchy refrains, and emotional warmth. Lopez and Mariano collaborated frequently, producing some of the most enduring hits of the operetta repertoire.
Staged by Marcel Lamy at the Théâtre du Châtelet, one of Paris’s most iconic performance venues, the production exemplified mid-century French musical theatre at its most dazzling. With its impressive cast, elaborate sets, and full orchestration, La Caravelle d'Or sailed across the stage as a crowd-pleasing spectacle.
This poster is a vibrant testimony to a bygone era of theatrical extravagance and a celebration of the magical pairing of Lopez and Mariano. For collectors and lovers of vintage performance art, it captures a moment when music, color, and charisma combined to sweep audiences away on a golden voyage.
Music - Show
Operetta by Francis Lopez
Printed by Saint-Martin in Paris
- Creation Year:Circa 1967
- Dimensions:Height: 59.06 in (150 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)
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- Condition:Good condition, small tears on the edges.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792217303262
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