Pantomime Collection (page 6)

Aladdin, pantomime, National Theatre, Kingsway, London. 1914

Dorothy Ward music hall and musical comedy star 1890-1987
Dorothy Ward billed on the music halls as the ?Queen of Musical Comedy?. Pantomime principal boy. Holding out the skirt of an elaborately fringed dress. Hat with long tassel and feathers

George Grossmith (1847-1912), English comedian, writer and actor, early 20th century. Artist: Rotary Photo
George Grossmith (1847-1912), English comedian, writer and actor, early 20th century

Kathy Pitkin actress seen here playing Sleeping Beauty in Leeds. 30th November 1992

Dick Whittington and His Cat, pantomime - six scenes

Cinderella And Her Glass Slipper Pantomime Early
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Pierrot And The Banker Part 2
A series of illustrations portraying Pierrot the sad pantomime clown and a banker, Pierrot grabs a safe and puts a black cat inside, upon arrival to the banker

Pierrot And The Banker Part 1
A series of illustrations portraying Pierrot the sad pantomime clown and a banker, in each scene, Pierrot tries to impress the banker carrying the bags of wealth via means of playing music

Pierrot Fleeing A Hare
An illustration of Pierrot the sad clown from pantomime, stumbling on one leg as he flees the image of a hare in the moon. Date: circa 1901

Un Petit Pierrot Dans Son Nid
This sketch shows a small child placed in a nest, on the branch of a tree, he represents the pantomime stock character, Pierrot the clown. Date: circa 1901

Joseph Grimaldi, kindness to the pantomime giants
Joseph Grimaldi, actor and clown, kindness to the pantomime giants Date: circa 1800s

Theatrical Drawing
A lot is happening in this graphic drawing. The image has many theatrical and musical elements, including a butterfly, which leaves a swooping trail of melodic notes

Cinderella
An uncommon Edwardian Drury Lane theatre poster for Cinderella by the poster king John Hassall. This 1905 performance of the famous Christmas pantomime starred Harry Randall as Alfonso

Whitecat
An uncommon Edwardian Theatre Royal pantomime poster for The White Cat, by the poster king John Hassall. Date: 1904

Lily Harold, actress, Prince Mi Yung Man, Dick Whittington
Lily Harold, actress, as Prince Mi Yung Man, Dick Whittington, Drury Lane. Ching chang! Ni-Se-Pi-See dear, You won't coldly pass me by

Ada Blanche, actress, as Dick Whittington, Drury Lane. Theatrical portrait as Dick Whittington. I have come back from China's distant shore, With diamonds, rubies and with gold galore

Marie Montrose, actress, as Alice, in Dick Whittington
Marie Montrose, actress as Alice, in Dick Whittington, Drury Lane. Theatrical portrait, captioned On the ocean so bright and blue, My heart will fondly follow you

Mother Goose Pantomime
A production of Mother Goose at the London Hippodrome, featuring Shaun Glenville (1884-1968) as Mother Goose, Isobel Elsom (1893-1981) as the daughter, and Fred Conquest

Advert, Dick Whittington pantomime, London Palladium
Advert, Dick Whittington pantomime at the London Palladium, starring Frankie Howerd, Mr Pastry (Richard Hearne) and Sonnie Hale Date: 1952

You Can't Be Too Careful!
Cartoon showing an over-enthusiastic ARP warden at a pantomime. He appears to be indulging in some unexpected audience participation. Date: 1940

Photograph of Iris Hoey, actress (1885-1979), theatrical studio portrait. From a section, Pretty pantomime stars in London and the Provinces: this year's galaxy of beauty'

Actor in early to mid 19th century military costume
An unnamed actor in early to mid 19th century military costume poses for a studio photograph. The photograph was taken in late November

Theatre Theatrical Popular Entertainment Stage
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Lew Lakes Colossal Comedy Company of Comedians
Promotional postcard for Lew Lakes Colossal Comedy Company of Comedians. Popular music hall sketch company set up by Lew Lake (1874-1939)

The Graphic, Front Cover January 9th. 1886, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic, Front Cover January 9th. 1886, 1886. Aladdin at Drury Lane Theatre and the circus at Covent Garden, London. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33

Pantomime with fireworks performed for the marriage of Emperor Leopold I to the Infanta Ma... 1666
Pantomime with fireworks performed for the marriage of Emperor Leopold I to the Infanta Margarita of Spain in Vienna, 1666

Christmas pantomimes at Londons theatres (litho)
6014307 Christmas pantomimes at Londons theatres (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas pantomimes at Londons theatres)

Andre Jean-Jacques Deshayes and James Harvey d Egville in the Ballet-Pantomime Hercules and Deianeira, pub
CWA123985 Andre Jean-Jacques Deshayes and James Harvey d Egville in the Ballet-Pantomime Hercules and Deianeira, pub. 1804 (colour litho) by Cardon

Hannibal makes the usual Neat and Appropriate Speech Previous to Killing Himself
LLM438624 Hannibal makes the usual Neat and Appropriate Speech Previous to Killing Himself, illustration from The Comic History of Rome by Gilbert Abbott a Beckett

Pantomimes Lumineuses, 1892 (lithography)
397487 Pantomimes Lumineuses, 1892 (lithography) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: Musee Grevin, Pantomimes Lumineuses, Theatre Optique de E)

"Jack and the Beanstalk"-- At Drury Lane Theatre, 1890. Creator: Unknown
" Jack and the Beanstalk" -- At Drury Lane Theatre, 1890

She peered from behind the curtains
908993 She peered from behind the curtains by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Josephines Pantomime published by Blackie circa 1940)

The Pantomime, "Cinderella, "at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, Scene at the Dress Rehearsal (litho)
1100568 The Pantomime, " Cinderella, " at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, Scene at the Dress Rehearsal (litho) by Begg

She Gave a shriek
908988 She Gave a shriek by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Josephines Pantomime published by Blackie circa 1940)

"I had a ball in my hands in the nursery, but where is it now?"
908992 " I had a ball in my hands in the nursery, but where is it now?" by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

The curtains were drawn leaving them mystified
908991 The curtains were drawn leaving them mystified by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Josephines Pantomime published by Blackie circa 1940)

Back with shopping for the Pantomime
908990 Back with shopping for the Pantomime by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Josephines Pantomime published by Blackie circa 1940)

Patrick put the pearls in his pocket
908989 Patrick put the pearls in his pocket by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Josephines Pantomime published by Blackie circa 1940)

After the Pantomime (engraving)
729590 After the Pantomime (engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Pantomime: Exeunt Omnes. Engraving by R Taylor after original artwork by Lucien Davis)

After the pantomime - exeunt omnes (engraving)
584934 After the pantomime - exeunt omnes (engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the pantomime - exeunt omnes; from The Illustrated London News)

After the Pantomime, "Exeunt Omnes"(engraving)
1626648 After the Pantomime, " Exeunt Omnes" (engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Pantomime, " Exeunt Omnes")

Nakayama Tomisaburo, c. 1800. Creator: Enkyo
Nakayama Tomisaburo, c. 1800. Kabuki actor playing a woman

The Actor Arashi Ryuzo II as Hachijo, Wet Nurse of Taira no Kiyomori, in Act Three of the Play Gempei Hashira-goyomi (Pillar Calendar of the Genji and Heike Clans)

Hamamuraya Roko, 1794. Creator: Toshusai Sharaku
Hamamuraya Roko, 1794

The actor Iwai Hanshiro IV as Otoma, 1794. Creator: Shunsho
The actor Iwai Hanshiro IV as Otoma, 1794

The actor Sanogawa Ichimatsu III as Onayo, 1794. Creator: Toshusai Sharaku
The actor Sanogawa Ichimatsu III as Onayo, 1794

The actor Iwai Hanshiro IV as the wet nurse Shigenoi, 1794. Creator: Shunsho
The actor Iwai Hanshiro IV as the wet nurse Shigenoi, 1794

The actor Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Osan, Ippei's elder sister, 1794. Creator: Toshusai Sharaku
The actor Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Osan, Ippei's elder sister, 1794

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"Pantomime: A Timeless Theatrical Tradition" Step into the enchanting world of pantomime, where characters come alive and laughter fills the air. From the vibrant Commedia dell Arte to George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion, this captivating art form has captured hearts for centuries. In February 1860, a Swindon Mechanics Institute Pantomime poster adorned the streets, promising an evening of magical entertainment. Audiences eagerly awaited productions like W. S Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan's The Mikado or Pauline Baynes' whimsical creation, The Land of Christmas Plays. The legendary duo Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise were honored with the prestigious Joint Showbiz Award by Variety for their outstanding contributions to pantomime. Their performances at London's Waldorf Theatre left audiences in stitches and created memories that would last a lifetime. Graham Moffatt's A Scrape of the Pen brought tears of joy as his comedic genius shone through every scene. Meanwhile, Arthur Sturgess' La Poupee transported spectators into a world filled with wonder and imagination. From Mother Goose at Liverpool's Empire Theatre to Cinderella gracing theater posters across towns, iconic figures like John Inman delighted both young and old alike with their unforgettable portrayals on stage. And who could forget Florrie Forde? This music hall singer from 1875-1940 captivated audiences with her powerful voice and charismatic presence during pantomimes that still resonate today. Pantomime is more than just entertainment; it is an experience that transcends time. It allows us to escape reality momentarily while immersing ourselves in tales woven together by talented performers who bring these stories to life before our very eyes. So step inside this magical realm where dreams become reality – welcome to the extraordinary world of pantomime.