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The image is an advertisement for a theatrical production of Giuseppe Verdi's opera "Rigoletto" presented by the North Shore Music-Theater. The production is notable for being the first time the opera is performed in English in New England during the summer theater season. It is an "opera-in-the-round" production, which means the stage is surrounded by the audience on all sides.

Key details include:

• Venue: The North Shore Music-Theater, described as the unique permanent-roofed tent theater located on Route 128, Exit 9, in Beverly, Massachusetts.
• Production: Verdi's "Rigoletto" in English.
• Run Dates: The week of June 15.
• Starring: Elaine Malbin and a distinguished cast.
• Director and Conductor: Boris Goldovsky, who is the Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater and a commentator for the Metropolitan Opera News of the Air.
• Ticket Prices: $3.60, $2.75, and $2.20.
• Additional Productions: Starting June 22, the theater will present "Lil Abner," "Naughty Marietta," "Wish You Were Here," "Bloomer Girl," "Oh Captain," "Carousel," and "Bells Are Ringing."
• Mail Orders: Accepted for season subscriptions at a discount. Write to Box 82 Y, Beverly, Massachusetts.
• Fund-Raising: Theater parties and benefits are now being booked.

The advertisement emphasizes the uniqueness of the venue and the significance of the production, highlighting the involvement of well-known figures in the opera world.

The image shows a page from a program or brochure for "The North Shore Music-Theater," advertising an event at "The Unique Permanent-Rooed Tent Theater" in Beverly, Massachusetts. The main event is a production of Verdi's "Rigoletto" in English, presented "in an opera-in-the-round production" for the week of June 15, starring Elaine Malbin and featuring a distinguished cast. The production is directed and conducted by Boris Goldovsky, the Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater and commentator for the Metropolitan Opera News of the Air. Tickets are priced at $3.60, $2.75, and $2.20.

Additionally, the page lists other shows starting on June 22, including "Lil Abner," "Naughty Marietta," "Wish You Were Here," "Bloomer Girl," "Oh, Captain," "Carousel," and "Bells Are Ringing." The brochure mentions that mail orders are accepted for season subscriptions at a discount, and provides a contact address: Box 62, Beverly, Mass. It also notes that fund-raising theater parties and benefits are being booked.

The image is a page from an advertisement for a summer theater performance. Here are the key details:

1. Title and Event:

   • The advertisement promotes the first-ever opera production in New England, titled "The North Shore Music-Theater."
   • It features Giuseppe Verdi’s opera "Rigoletto" performed in English, in an opera-in-the-round production format.

2. Performance Dates and Venue:

   • The performance is scheduled for the week of June 15.
   • The venue is described as a unique, permanent-roofed tent theater located at Route 128, Exit 9, Beverly, Massachusetts.

3. Cast:

   • Elaine Malbin is prominently mentioned as a star in the production.

4. Director and Conductor:

   • The opera is directed and conducted by Boris Goldovsky, who is noted as the Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater and a commentator for the Metropolitan Opera News of the Air.

5. Ticket Prices:

   • Ticket prices are listed as $3.60, $2.75, and $2.20 for different seating levels or categories.

6. Additional Performances:

   • Starting on June 22, additional performances are scheduled including: Lil Abner, Naughty Marietta, Wish You Were Here, Bloomer Girl, Oh Captain, Carousel, and Bells Are Ringing.

7. Mail Order and Subscription:

   • Mail orders for season subscriptions are accepted, offering discounts.
   • Instructions to write to Box 62 Y, Beverly, Massachusetts for subscription information and mail orders.

8. Additional Activities:

   • The advertisement mentions that fund-raising theater parties and benefits are being booked.

This advertisement effectively highlights the unique nature of the venue and the artistic elements of the opera production.

The image is an advertisement for a production of Verdi's opera "Rigoletto" presented by The North Shore Music-Theater, which is noted as the first time this opera was performed in New England summer theater.

Key details include:

• The venue is described as a unique permanent-roofed tent theater located at Route 128, Exit 9, Beverly, Massachusetts.
• The opera "Rigoletto" will be performed in English.
• The production is an opera-in-the-round, meaning the audience surrounds the stage.
• It is scheduled for the week of June 15.
• The advertisement highlights the starring role of Elaine Malbin and mentions a distinguished cast.
• The production is directed and conducted by Boris Goldovsky, who is noted as the Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater and a commentator for the Metropolitan Opera News of the Air.
• Ticket prices are listed as $3.60, $2.75, and $2.20.
• Following the opera, there will be a series of shows starting June 22, including "Lil Abner," "Naughty Marietta," "Wish You Were Here," "Bloomer Girl," "Oh Captain," "Carousel," and "Bells Are Ringing."
• Mail orders for season subscriptions at a discount are accepted, with instructions to write to Box 62 Y, Beverly, Massachusetts.
• Fund-raising theater parties and benefits are also being booked.

The advertisement aims to inform potential attendees about the upcoming performances and provide contact information for purchasing tickets.

This image is an advertisement for a performance by the North Shore Music-Theater, which is described as a unique permanent-roofed tent theater located at Route 128, Exit 9, Beverly, Massachusetts.

The advertisement highlights the first New England summer theater presentation of Verdi's opera "Rigoletto" in English. This production is an opera-in-the-round and is scheduled for the week of June 15.

The starring role is played by Elaine Malbin, with a distinguished cast. The opera is directed and conducted by Boris Goldovsky, who is noted as the Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater and a commentator for the Metropolitan Opera News of the Air.

The ticket prices listed are $3.60, $2.75, and $2.20.

Following the week of "Rigoletto," the theater announces a lineup of musicals starting June 22, including:

• Lil Abner
• Naughty Marietta
• Wish You Were Here
• Bloomer Girl
• Oh, Captain!
• Carousel
• Bells Are Ringing

Mail orders for season subscriptions are accepted at a discount, with instructions to write to Box 62Y, Beverly, Massachusetts.

Additionally, the advertisement mentions that fund-raising theater parties and benefits are now being booked.

The image is a vintage theater poster from the North Shore Music Theater, advertising their production of Giuseppe Verdi's opera "Rigoletto."

Key details from the poster include:

1. Theater Information:

   • The North Shore Music Theater is described as "The Unique Permanent-Roofed Tent Theater."
   • The location is accessible via Route 128, Exit 9 in Beverly, Massachusetts.

2. Production Details:

   • The poster announces that this is the first time in New England summer theater that "Rigoletto" is being performed.
   • The opera is presented "in English" and in an "opera-in-the-round" production.
   • The production is scheduled for the week of June 15.

3. Starring:

   • The lead role features Elaine Malbin.
   • The cast is described as distinguished.

4. Director and Conductor:

   • The opera is directed and conducted by Boris Goldovsky.
   • Boris Goldovsky is noted as the Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater and a commentator for the Metropolitan Opera News of the Air.

5. Ticket Prices:

   • Tickets are offered at popular prices: $3.60, $2.75, and $2.20.

6. Future Shows:

   • Starting June 22, the theater will present other productions including:
     • "Li'l Abner"
     • "Naughty Marietta"
     • "Wish You Were Here"
     • "Bloomer Girl"
     • "Oh, Captain!"
     • "Carousel"
     • "Bells Are Ringing"

7. Additional Information:

   • Mail orders for season subscriptions at a discount are accepted.
   • Contact for subscriptions: Box 62, Beverly, Mass.
   • Fund-raising theater parties and benefits are being booked.

The poster has a classic design, with clear and bold typography to attract potential attendees.

The image displays a printed page from a program or a flyer advertising a musical event. The text is arranged hierarchically to emphasize essential information and reads as follows:

THE UNIQUE
PERMANENT-ROOFED
TENT THEATER

ROUTE 128—EXIT 9
BEVERLY, MASS.

For The First Time in New England Summer Theater
THE NORTH SHORE MUSIC-THEATER
Proudly Presents

VERDI'S
RIGOLETTO
in English

IN AN OPERA-IN-THE-ROUND PRODUCTION
For the week of June 15

STARRING
ELAINE MALBIN
And a Distinguished cast

As Directed and Conducted by
BORIS GOLDOVSKY
Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater
and Commentator for the Metropolitan Opera News of the Air

AT POPULAR PRICES: $3.60 $2.75 $2.20

AND STARTING JUNE 22

LIL ABNER • NAUGHTY MARIETTA • WISH YOU WERE HERE
BLOOMER GIRL • OH CAPTAIN • CAROUSEL
BELLS ARE RINGING

MAIL ORDERS ACCEPTED NOW
FOR SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS AT A DISCOUNT
WRITE: BOX 62 Y, BEVERLY, MASS.

Fund-Raising Theater Parties and Benefits Now Being Booked

At the bottom of the page, there's a page number indicating it is page 13 of the program or flyer. The overall design is simple, utilizing bold text for the title of the opera and names, with decorative elements to separate different sections of text. The page appears to be part of a booklet or brochure, with a folded edge visible on the left side of the image.

The image shows a printed program or promotional flyer for a theatrical production. Here is a detailed description:

Visual Elements:

1. Layout and Design:

   • The document is a single page with a clean, elegant layout.
   • The background is a light beige or cream color, giving it a classic and formal appearance.
   • Text is primarily in black, with varying font sizes and styles to emphasize different sections.

2. Header:

   • At the top left, there is a small graphic of a tent-like structure, representing "The Unique Permanent-Roofed Tent Theater."
   • The header includes the text:
     "THE UNIQUE PERMANENT-ROOFED TENT THEATER"
     and the location details:
     "ROUTE 128 — EXIT 9 BEVERLY, MASS."

3. Main Title:

   • The central focus is the bold, prominent title:
     "THE NORTH SHORE MUSIC-THEATER"
     followed by the subtitle:
     "Proudly Presents VERDI'S RIGOLETTO"
     and a note that it is "in English".

4. Production Details:

   • The flyer states it is "For The First Time in New England Summer Theater" and specifies that it is "IN AN OPERA-IN-THE-ROUND PRODUCTION".
   • The performance dates are listed as "For the week of June 15".

5. Starring:

   • The main star is highlighted as "ELAINE MALBIN", followed by the phrase "And a Distinguished cast".

6. Director and Conductor:

   • The production is "As Directed and Conducted by BORIS GOLDOVSKY", with additional credentials:
     "Artistic Director of the New England Opera Theater and Commentator for the Metropolitan Opera Nets of the Air."

7. Ticket Pricing:

   • Ticket prices are listed as "AT POPULAR PRICES: $3.60 $2.75 $2.20".

8. Additional Performances:

   • Below the main production details, there is a list of other shows running concurrently, starting "JUNE 22":
     • "LIL ABNER"
     • "NAUGHTY MARIETTA"
     • "WISH YOU WERE HERE"
     • "BLOOMER GIRL"
     • "OH CAPTAIN"
     • "CAROUSEL BELLS ARE RINGING"

9. Contact Information:

   • The flyer includes a note:
     "MAIL ORDERS ACCEPTED NOW"
     and provides instructions for season subscriptions:
     "FOR SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS AT A DISCOUNT WRITE: BOX 62 Y, BEVERLY, MASS."

10. Fundraising Note:

    • At the bottom, it mentions:
      "Fund-Raising Theater Parties and Benefits Now Being Booked."

11. Page Number:

    • The page number "13" is visible at the bottom right corner.

Overall Impression:

The document is a formal and detailed promotional piece for a theatrical production of Rigoletto by Giuseppe Verdi, presented by The North Shore Music-Theater. It highlights the unique setting (a tent theater), the star performer (Elaine Malbin), the director (Boris Goldovsky), and additional performances. The design is elegant and professional, aimed at attracting audiences and providing clear information about the event, pricing, and contact details.

This is a printed page from a booklet, featuring a black-and-white design. It contains information about a performance of Verdi's "Rigoletto" at the North Shore Music Theater in Beverly, Massachusetts. The page includes details such as the date of the performance, the cast, and ticket prices. It also mentions that the theater is a permanent-roofed tent theater. The page has a brown background and is folded in half, with some text on the left side of the page.

The image shows a page of a brochure or a flyer for an event. The page features a black and white illustration of a tent-like structure, possibly a theater. The text below the illustration reads "The Unique Permanent-Roofed Tent Theater." The page also includes the name of the theater, "The North Shore Music-Theater," and the name of the production, "Rigoletto," along with the name of the director, Boris Goldovsky. Additionally, there is information about the cast, ticket prices, and other details about the event. The page appears to be part of a larger brochure or flyer, as it has a page number at the bottom.