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A Soldiers Pantomime at Woolwich (engraving)
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A Soldiers Pantomime at Woolwich (engraving)
1616279 A Soldiers Pantomime at Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Soldiers Pantomime at Woolwich. Illustration for The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 15 January 1881.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23087416
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Clown Court Scene Demon General Manager Making Pantomime Rain Raining Sending Stage Manager Woolwich Prompter
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This engraving titled "A Soldiers Pantomime at Woolwich" takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in the vibrant world of theater. The scene captures the bustling backstage of a grand stage production, with soldiers playing various roles and fulfilling different responsibilities. Amidst pouring rain outside, we see a group of dedicated individuals hard at work behind the scenes. The stage manager orchestrates the chaos, ensuring everything runs smoothly despite the challenging weather conditions. A prompter stands nearby, ready to assist any actor who may forget their lines during this lively court scene. The general manager oversees it all with an air of authority while a mischievous demon and playful clown add an element of whimsy to this soldiers' pantomime. Their colorful costumes bring life to what would otherwise be a dreary day. As we observe this snapshot from history, we are reminded not only of the magic that unfolds on stage but also how meteorology influences our daily lives. The raining backdrop serves as a reminder that even in times when science was less advanced than today, people still had to adapt their performances according to unpredictable weather patterns. This enchanting print transports us into another era where creativity thrived amidst challenges and reminds us that art has always found ways to triumph over adversity.
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