Comedy Collection (page 7)

Stephen Gould, US palaeontologist
Stephen Gould. Caricature of the US palaeontologist, evolutionary biologist, science historian and author Stephen Jay Gould (1941-2002) holding a collection of his essays called The Pandas Thumb

THE MARX BROTHERS, 1932. Groucho (left) and Chico Marx in Horse Feathers, 1932

MIDSUMMER NIGHTs DREAM. Puck (from A Midsummer Nights Dream ), by Henry Fuseli. Oil, c. 1790

ABBOTT AND COSTELLO. The Wolf Man (Lon Chaney, Jr. ) goes after Wilbur (Lou Costello)
ABBOTT AND COSTELLO. The Wolf Man (Lon Chaney, Jr.) goes after Wilbur (Lou Costello) in Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, 1948

Scene from Shakespeares Midsummer Nights Dream
A scene from Shakespeares comedy, A Midsummer Nights Dream (Act II, Scene ii), in which Puck drops a love potion into the sleeping Titanias eyes

The Young Ones filming on location in Bristol. Pictured, Adrian Edmondson as Vyvyan. August 1982

Nicholas Lyndhurst (left) and David Jason who all appear in the BBC TV comedy series " Only Fools and Horses". 14th February 1985

Comedy star Terry Scott appeared at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle, in the pantomine Cinderella. 18th December, 1969

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise currently playing at Great Yarmouth, interviewed by Cliff Davis at 66 Second Avenue, Caister on Sea, Norfolk. 7th September 1964

Law Courts, London, 8th October 1969. Jane Spicer, wife of the late Denis Spicer, is claiming damages for the loss of her husband, a ventriloquist, killed in a road accident

Stars of Panto Sleeping Beauty, Eric Morecambe The King, actress Denny Dayviss as his daughter Princess Mleanie, and Ernie Wise as The Jester, at the Palace, Westminster, London, December 1964

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise currently playing at Great Yarmouth, interviewed by Cliff Davis at 66 Second Avenue, at Caister-on-Sea, Norfolk, 7th September 1964

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, 19th January 1966. Cold Weather Humour, with each others pockets routine

Morecambe & Wise, pictured with a ventriloquist dummy, following a performance at the Newcastle City Hall. ( Eric Morecambe & Ernie Wise.) 25th June, 1977

Cast of BBC comedy series, The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin, pictured on location as they film scenes for the upcoming series

The Young Ones filming on location in Bristol. Starring Rik Mayall as Rick, Nigel Planer as Neil, Christopher Ryan as Mike and Adrian Edmondson as Vyvyan. August 1982

Ernie Wise aged 13 years old, young comedian & son of a parcel porter on Leeds central station. January 1939

Actor Leo Mckern (R) with John Mortimer QC writer of the TV series Rumpole of the Bailey on set at Teddington studios. 29th Match 1979

Lily Savage head through the bars she stars in Prisoner cell block H the musical with the freak Maggie Kirk Patrick standing besides her

Only Fools and Horses cast members led by David Jason who plays Del Boy, pictured running out of the sea during filming of the 1989 Christmas Special " Jolly Boys Outing" on the beach at

Actress: Vicky Michelle, Seen here on Set of "Allo Allo". P005326
Actress: Vicky Michelle, Seen here on Set of " Allo Allo". P005326

"The two Ronnies"- Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett
" The two Ronnies" - Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett, filming at Berkely (Glos) for the new B.B.C. Television series " Women rule England". July 1980 P003689

At Last the 1948 Show
Television programme: At Last the 1948 Show, starring John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Aimee McDonald, Marty Feldman and Tim Brooke-Taylor

Victorian satirical cartoon, He shall have little for his pains
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon on the Art Dealer. He shall have little for his pains, Who makes his living by his brains

The Folly Theatre, Peter Street, Manchester
Promotional postcard showing a playbill of the acts playing at the Folly Theatre of Varieties, (known as the Folly) Peter Street, Manchester for the week commencing Monday, 24th March 1889

Menander (ca. 342-ca. 292 BC). Portrait
Menander (ca.342-ca.292 BC). Greek dramatist, representative of the athenian New Comedy. Roman copy of a Greek original. Glyptothek. Munich. Germany

Scenes from Madame Sans-Gene (1925) starring Gloria Swanson, filmed in Paris. This lavishly produced romantic costume comedy-drama was directed by L鯮 ce Perret

The Bing Boys are Here, 1916
Scenes from the popular revue, The Bing Boys are Here starring Alfred Lester, George Robey, Lillian Davies and Blanche Stocker. The show was one of the most popular of the Great War period. Date: 1916

The Singing of the Blessed in the Sixth Heaven, by Gustave Dore. Dore, 1832 - 1883
THE SINGING OF THE BLESSED IN THE SIXTH HEAVEN, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for The Divine Comedy, Divina Commedia, by Dante Alighieri

THE PARISIAN MODEL, c1905. Chorus girls and teddy bears on stage in the musical comedy The Parisian Model. Photograph, c1905

Joseph Priestley, caricature C015 / 6707
Joseph Priestley (1733-1804). Caricature of the British chemist and clergyman Joseph Priestley. Priestly is best known as the discoverer of oxygen

HARPO MARX, 1935. Harpo Marx in A Night at the Opera, 1935

Wedding of Dan Everard and Dollis Brook
Scene at the wedding reception of Dan Everard and Dollis Brook, performers in the Pelissier Follies. The wedding took place at Finchley Parish Church, north London

The Humorist Easter Number 1938
The Humorist Easter Number front cover illustrated by William Heath Robinson featuring two exhausted cyclists sleeping off a picnic lunch, unaware that somebody is riding away on their tandem bicycle

Four comedians: Eric and Ernie, Eric Sykes and Max Wall
Four popular British comedians: from left to right, Ernie Wise (Ernest Wiseman, 1925-1999), Eric Sykes (b 1923), Eric Morecambe (John Eric Bartholomew)

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise filming their Christmas TV special with Glenda Jackson
Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise filming their 1971 Christmas TV special with Glenda Jackson

Sir Francis Drakes Game of Bowls. A. D. 1588 (colour litho)
670053 Sir Francis Drakes Game of Bowls. A.D. 1588 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Drakes Game of Bowls. A.D. 1588)

Beatrice and Benedick (Much Ado About Nothing), 1920s (colour litho)
2920063 Beatrice and Benedick (Much Ado About Nothing), 1920s (colour litho) by Price, Norman Mills (1877-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Costume design for Basilio, from The Marriage of Figaro, 1905 (colour litho)
GIA938515 Costume design for Basilio, from The Marriage of Figaro, 1905 (colour litho) by Caramba, Luigi Sapelli (1865-1936); Museo Teatrale alla Scala, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Le nozze di Figaro)

Elsie Kay, Maie Ash & Katleen Dawn, The Catch of the Season
Elsie Kay, Maie Ash and Kathleen Dawn in a wonderful publicity photograph for the popular comedy musical, The Catch of the Season at the Vaudeville Theatre

Beatrice, who had been listening with breathless interest exclaimed "
3949476 Beatrice, who had been listening with breathless interest exclaimed " What fire is in mine ears can this be true? " (Much Ado About Nothing), from Tales from Shakespeare pub

Lenny Henry, comedian, having some fun at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. June 1978. Sir Lenworth George Henry, CBE (born 29 August 1958), known as Lenny Henry, is a British stand-up comedian, actor

Morecambe and Wise present Des O Connor with a golden disc to mark 100000 sales of his album Just for you. 8th January 1980. desobit

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, photo-call after it was announced that the comedians are to star in a seven week BBC Light Entertainment Series, pictured at BBC Studios, Wood Lane, London

John Mills, Guest Stars on the Morecambe & Wise Show, 31st May 1971. Pictured with Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise in Stalag 54 Prison Escape sketch

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, will be taking part in a charity weight losing competition, proceeds going to MIND, pictured during weigh-in, and with Mirror Columnist Marjorie Proops, 28th April 1971

Rehearsing Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show, 18th December 1973. Hannah Gordon in a farmyard scene

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, still able to enjoy a laugh as they take a break from daily rehearsals ahead of their upcoming Christmas show, 12th December 1973

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From timeless classics to uproarious slapstick, it has always been a universal language that brings joy and laughter to audiences. 🎭✨ The UK quad poster for The Ladykillers (1955) showcases the perfect blend of wit and mischief, as a group of eccentric criminals find themselves in hilarious situations. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy's comedic genius shines through in James W Hornes Beau Hunks (1931), leaving us in stitches with their impeccable timing and physical comedy. Restless Natives (1985) UK release one sheet poster promises an adventure filled with side-splitting moments as two Scottish friends embark on a comical journey of rebellion against society. GILBERT & SULLIVAN's 1878 production of H. M. S. Pinafore captivated audiences with its witty lyrics and humorous storyline, proving that even musicals can be infused with comedic brilliance. Laurel and Hardy, the iconic duo known for their hilarious antics, never fail to entertain. Whether it's James Parrotts Night Owls (1930) or any other film they starred in, their chemistry is unmatched. Carry On Screaming (1966), a quintessential British comedy-horror film from the Carry On series, delivers laughs aplenty while spoofing classic horror tropes. Billy Liar takes us on a whimsical journey through the imagination of its titular character, offering plenty of chuckles along the way. The re-issue poster for The LadyKillers reminds us why this darkly funny crime caper remains an all-time favorite among fans worldwide – brilliant performances combined with clever dialogue make it an unforgettable experience. In Leave Them Laughing (1928), LAUREL AND HARDY prove once again why they are legends of silent cinema by effortlessly tickling our funny bones alongside a befuddled police officer.