Troupe Collection (page 7)

Women in a dancing troupe, part of a fire station entertainment

Adah Richmonds Operetta Bouffe Troupe. Date c1878

The great Victorina Troupe originators and presenters of the most marvelous sword swallowing act on earth. Date 19 -

The famous Jarrett & Palmer London Company consolidated with Slavins Original American Troupe in Uncle Toms cabin. Date 1881

Stage shot of a performance of Iolanthe
Stage shot of a London performance of Iolanthe - the comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan. This is likely the D Oyly Carte 1915 Tour production, featuring Nellie Briercliffe in the lead role

The original and only Royal Japanese Troupe direct from Jeddo, Japan. Date c1892

Arnold Brothers Great Novelty Troupe original big 12. Date c1879

Strolling players on a winters day
A scene from the Elizabethan or Jacobean period with a group of strolling players making their way to their next entertainment venue through the snow. Date: 1911

Travelling Clowns
A troupe of travelling entertainers, mostly clowns, in various guises. Date: 1930s

Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur - Street Chinese Musicians Date: circa 1910s

The Redcoats - Entertainment Troupe at Cromer Date: 1907

Austrian Village Ensemble, featuring, yokels, musicians and a variety of age groups! The caption reads Aineter Militia. Date: 1928

Pierrots at Langho Colony, Ribblesdale, Lancashire
The Blackwites pierrot troupe at the Langho Colony in 1925. The colony, at Langho in Ribblesdale, Lancashire, was set up in 1906 by the Chorlton

Music sheet cover for Danseuses Viennoises
Music sheet cover for the Danseuses Viennoises (Viennese Dancers), No.3 Pas des Moissonneurs (Harvesters Dance or Harvest Fete), with music by Max Maretzek (1821-1897)

The Strafers Entertainment Troupe
Photograph of " The Strafers", a Pierrot entertainment troupe with the British Expeditionary Force in France during WWI

Five dancers
A line of five dancing girls in summer clothing, showing off rather shapely legs and ankles!

The O Shea Girls
A troupe of dancers (?) The ten (Doris?) O Shea Girls - a terrific

The Comedy-Ballet of Marionnettes as performed by the troupe of the Theatre-Impossible, posed in the first of three drawings. A lady in a black dress and white muff, with a small pierrot-like figure

German troops with homemade instruments
Unit of German soldiers during the First World War, posing with their homemade instruments!

The Schaffer Troupe perform their Pedestal Act, 1898
Photograph showing the Schaffer troupe, the Hungarian acrobats, performing their pedestal act with seven people and two horses at the Empire Theatre, London, 1898

A Rehearsal of the Wild West Show by Ralph Cleaver
A series of sketches depicting preparations for a Wild West show at Olympia, London on Boxing Day by the performers in Colonel W. F. Codys troupe. Date: 1902

Pierrot Concert Party
A seaside concert party troupe in pierrot costume singing and dancing

Pilgrims Leave / Chaucer
The pilgrims leave the Tabard Inn Southwark on their pilgrimage to Canterbury

Shakespeare Wanders
He joins a troupe of wandering players

Pilgrims on the Road
The Pilgrims on the road, the Miller prominent in the foreground

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The world of entertainment is filled with vibrant and talented troupes, each showcasing their unique skills and captivating audiences worldwide. From the glamorous Dolly Sisters and chorus in Diamond tableaux to the mesmerizing performances by The Leslie Girls dance troupe, these ensembles have left an indelible mark on the stage. In a nod to history, we witness the enchanting Pilgrims Depart as they bring Chaucer's tales to life through their graceful movements. Meanwhile, Members of Pans People Dance Troupe stun as they model lingerie for the Mirror, Studio Pix, proving that versatility knows no bounds. Amongst these remarkable performers stands Dee Dee Wilde, a dancer with Pans People Dance Troupe who exudes elegance and passion with every step she takes. And let us not forget about the Kaufmann Lady Cycle Troupe; their synchronized routines leave spectators in awe while pushing boundaries of what is possible on two wheels. Even during times of turmoil like war, art prevails. A Concert behind the Lines by Fortunino Matania showcases how music can heal wounds and uplift spirits amidst chaos. Similarly, young girls in a Morris Dance troupe from Eccles remind us that tradition lives on through generations. Traveling across continents brings us face-to-face with cultural diversity as we encounter Otora San - Lukushima Troupe - Japanese Entertainers. Their colorful costumes and intricate choreography transport us to far-off lands brimming with wonder. Closer to home but equally captivating are Thakeham May Day Celebrations circa 1947 where laughter fills the air as locals come together to revel in merriment and celebrate community spirit. Last but certainly not least is The Boganny Troupe; their energy radiates off stage as they captivate audiences night after night with their electrifying performances that push boundaries beyond imagination.