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Street Theatre Collection

Street theatre has a rich history that dates back to the mid-late 19th century, as depicted in Carl Spitzweg's Kasperltheater I

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Chinese street theatre, 1779-1785. Creator: Jan Brandes

Chinese street theatre, 1779-1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
Chinese street theatre, 1779-1785. Sword fight. Stage with lanterns, man kowtowing before a magistrate, musicians

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Fair in Leeuwarden, the Oldenhove in the distance, 1853. Creator: Herman Frederik Carel Ten Kate

Fair in Leeuwarden, the Oldenhove in the distance, 1853. Creator: Herman Frederik Carel Ten Kate
Fair in Leeuwarden, the Oldenhove in the distance, 1853

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Fair theater, 1869. Creator: Charles Rochussen

Fair theater, 1869. Creator: Charles Rochussen
Fair theater, 1869

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: A Reciter of 'Orlando Furioso' at the Molo, Naples, 1839. Creator: Constantin Hansen

A Reciter of "Orlando Furioso" at the Molo, Naples, 1839. Creator: Constantin Hansen
A Reciter of "Orlando Furioso" at the Molo, Naples, 1839

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Farce in the streets of Paris, between 1501 and 1600. Creator: Unknown

Farce in the streets of Paris, between 1501 and 1600. Creator: Unknown
Farce in the streets of Paris, between 1501 and 1600

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Parade devant un théâtre des boulevards (théâtre des Associés, boulevard du Temple?), c1788

Parade devant un théâtre des boulevards (théâtre des Associés, boulevard du Temple?), c1788. Creator: Ecole Francaise
Parade devant un theatre des boulevards (theatre des Associes, boulevard du Temple?), c1788

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Parade of Bobeche and Galimafre, boulevard du Temple, c1820. Creator: Jean Roller

Parade of Bobeche and Galimafre, boulevard du Temple, c1820. Creator: Jean Roller
Parade of Bobeche and Galimafre, boulevard du Temple, c1820

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Theater of Wandering Artists near the Moscow Gates, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov

Theater of Wandering Artists near the Moscow Gates, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
Theater of Wandering Artists near the Moscow Gates, 1904. Boris Vasilievich Smirnov (1881-1954) was a Russian artist who in 1904 traveled by prisoner transport from western Russia across Siberia

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Kasperltheater I, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg

Kasperltheater I, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
Kasperltheater I, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Punch and Judy show. From " Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg", (The Good Old Days: drawings by Karl Spitzweg)

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Consume, Consume. Creator: Viet Chu

Consume, Consume. Creator: Viet Chu
Consume, Consume

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Summers Night at Lincoln Center 2. Creator: Viet Chu

Summers Night at Lincoln Center 2. Creator: Viet Chu
Summers Night at Lincoln Center 2

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: The Procession (oil on canvas) (detail of 135582)

The Procession (oil on canvas) (detail of 135582)
483293 The Procession (oil on canvas) (detail of 135582) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: The Charlatans (oil on canvas)

The Charlatans (oil on canvas)
SGS106171 The Charlatans (oil on canvas) by Angillis, Pieter (1685-1734); 72.2x91.7 cm; Private Collection; eBerger Collection Educational Trust; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Theatre tours of blitzed London Streets make people happy

Theatre tours of blitzed London Streets make people happy. Evening performances are being given in the blitz streets of London

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Iya Traore, a former professional football player, holds on to a lamppost as he performs

Iya Traore, a former professional football player, holds on to a lamppost as he performs for visitors in the Montmatre area of Paris, on June 9, 2014

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Kasperltheater II, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg

Kasperltheater II, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Creator: Carl Spitzweg
Kasperltheater II, mid-late 19th century, (c1924). Punch and Judy show. From " Die gute alte Zeit: Zeichnungen von Karl Spitzweg", (The Good Old Days: drawings by Karl Spitzweg)

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: The Carriage of Thespis, 1884-1887

The Carriage of Thespis, 1884-1887. Found in the collection of Burgtheater, Vienna

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: The Mangore Duo at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

The Mangore Duo at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
The Mangore Duo in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: A performer from Familia de la Noche at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

A performer from Familia de la Noche at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
A performer from Familia de la Noche in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: The Creative Martyrs at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

The Creative Martyrs at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
The actors from the Creative Martyrs in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh City Centre
David Williams Scotland: Edinburgh: Edinburgh City Centre

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Pedro Tochas at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Pedro Tochas at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
The street artist Pedro Tochas in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: An artist at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

An artist at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
An artist drawing a caricature in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: The juggler Tom Pompadom at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

The juggler Tom Pompadom at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
The juggler Tom Pompadom in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: A performer at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

A performer at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
An eyecatching performer in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Two performers from The Human Zoo Theatre Company at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Two performers from The Human Zoo Theatre Company at the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland
Two performers from The Human Zoo Theatre Company in the Royal Mile during the 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Europe in Masquerade, or the Royal Farce, by G. Foster, 1747 (etching)

Europe in Masquerade, or the Royal Farce, by G. Foster, 1747 (etching)
XJF863051 Europe in Masquerade, or the Royal Farce, by G. Foster, 1747 (etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Hei! Degeror O! I am undone! Circa 1724 (etching)

Hei! Degeror O! I am undone! Circa 1724 (etching)
XJF863049 Hei! Degeror O! I am undone! Circa 1724 (etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Satire on John Heidegger and the masquerades which he promoted)

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: A Street Show in Paris, 1760 (oil on canvas)

A Street Show in Paris, 1760 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765751 A Street Show in Paris, 1760 (oil on canvas) by Saint-Aubin, Gabriel de (1724-80); 80x64.1 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: La Parade du Boulevard; ); French, out of copyright

Background imageStreet Theatre Collection: Masks and costumes at St. Marks Square during Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Masks and costumes at St. Marks Square during Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe


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Street theatre has a rich history that dates back to the mid-late 19th century, as depicted in Carl Spitzweg's Kasperltheater I. This form of entertainment captivated audiences with its vibrant performances and lively atmosphere. Fast forward to the present day, and street theatre continues to mesmerize spectators with its diverse range of acts. Viet Chu's artwork "Consume, Consume" reminds us of the power to engage and captivate our attention. Similarly, "Summers Night at Lincoln Center 2" showcases how this art form brings communities together under the enchanting night sky. "The Procession, " an oil on canvas masterpiece, captures the essence by highlighting the colorful costumes and energetic performers who bring life to every corner they traverse. In contrast, "The Charlatans" portrays a different aspect of street performance – the intriguing world of illusionists and tricksters who entertain with their sleight-of-hand skills. But it is not just professional actors who dominate this stage; even former football player Iya Traore finds solace in performing on the streets. As he holds onto a lamppost while showcasing his acrobatic prowess, he embodies both strength and grace. Kasperltheater II takes us back in time once again with its nostalgic portrayal of traditional puppet shows that delighted audiences long ago. Meanwhile, "The Carriage of Thespis" pays homage to ancient Greek theater traditions by depicting actors traveling through bustling streets on their way to perform for eager crowds. In times of adversity such as during blitzed London Streets or amidst global festivals like Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland, street theatre becomes a source of joy and happiness for all those fortunate enough to witness it firsthand. The Mangore Duo's melodic tunes transport listeners into another realm while Familia de la Noche leaves spectators spellbound with their daring stunts.