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Described in advertising as a soldier sketch with old Chic and Bert.
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Diamonds is one of several sketches played out between Chic and Bert (later Chic and Joe) that form an on-going series based on the experiences of Australian and New Zealand soldiers both during the First World War and as they try to return to 'normal' civilian life after the Armistice.
Production Details
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1922: Esplanade, St Kilda (Melbourne), ca. 22-28 March. Director/Producer Pat Hanna ; Troupe The Famous Diggers.
Cast incl. Pat Hanna (Chic), Will Crawford (Bert).
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This entry has been sourced from on-going historical research into Australian popular theatre being conducted by Professor Richard Fotheringham and Dr Clay Djubal.
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