Two Actors outside a theatre comment on a Flea Circus
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Two Actors outside a theatre comment on a Flea Circus
Two Actors outside a theatre (on observing the playbills displayed) pass comment on a Performing Flea Show. First Actor (resting) - " H m - a scratch company." Date: 1892
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Media ID 11575047
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1892 Actors Checking Circus Competition Discussing Flea Itch Itching Joke Makes Novelty Phil Playbill Punning Puns Resting Scratch Shoe Unemployed Words Performing Playbills
EDITORS COMMENTS
Two Actors Outside a Theatre: A Playful Exchange on the Novelty of a Performing Flea Show, 1892 In the quaint and bustling atmosphere of an 1892 theatre district, two actors, clad in period attire, engage in a lighthearted conversation as they take a break from their own craft. Their gaze is drawn to the myriad playbills and posters adorning the theatre walls, each one a testament to the diverse and often eclectic world of live entertainment. The first actor, resting on a nearby bench, scrutinizes a particularly intriguing poster, his eyes widening in amusement. "Hm," he muses aloud, "a scratch company." His companion, standing nearby, looks up from adjusting his props and raises an eyebrow in query. "A what now?" The first actor, with a twinkle in his eye, continues, "Why, a 'scratch' company, my dear friend. You know, like an itch that just won't go away. This flea circus must be quite the novelty act." His companion, a man of few words, chuckles at the pun. "Makes you wonder what they're making over there, doesn't it?" The first actor nods, his expression thoughtful. "Indeed. It's a curious competition in the world of theatre and performance, isn't it? From the grandest of Shakespearean productions to the smallest of flea shows, each one has its place and its audience." As they continue their discussion, the two actors share a moment of camaraderie, their shared love for the art of performance bridging the gap between their own struggles and the seemingly unusual endeavor of a performing flea show. The passage of time and the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment are encapsulated in this snapshot of a bygone era, a reminder of the rich history and enduring spirit of the performing arts.
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