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Cartoon, Getting Ready for the American Market
Cartoon, Getting Ready for the American Market. Showing the English actress and theatre manager Henrietta Hodson (1841-1910) helping Lillie Langtry (1853-1929) prepare for a theatre tour of America, encouraged by Henriettas lover, Henry Labouchere (1831-1912), Liberal MP.
1882
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1882 Bryan Encouraging Entracte Helping Henrietta Hodson Labouchere Langtry Liberal Lillie Lover Manager Prepare Ready Support Tommy Truthful
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This cartoon, titled "Cartoon, Getting Ready for the American Market," offers a delightful glimpse into the vibrant world of Victorian theatre and the transatlantic stage. The image features English actress and theatre manager Henrietta Hodson (1841-1910) assisting Lillie Langtry (1853-1929) in her preparations for a theatre tour of America. Henrietta, with her keen theatrical instincts and extensive experience, is seen helping Lillie get ready for her American debut, encouraged by her lover, Henry Labouchere (1831-1912), the Liberal MP. Henry, with a mischievous grin, looks on as Henrietta adjusts Lillie's hat, while Lillie, with a determined expression, gazes intently into the mirror. The cartoon, published in 1882, captures the excitement and anticipation of the moment as Lillie embarks on her journey to conquer the American market. The cartoon also features a cameo appearance by Tom Taylor, a renowned Victorian playwright, who is seen offering advice to Lillie from the background. Alfred Bryan, another prominent figure in the Victorian theatre scene, is depicted in the foreground, holding a script and looking on with interest. The cartoon, with its lively and truthful depiction of the behind-the-scenes preparations for a theatre tour, offers a fascinating insight into the world of Victorian theatre and the support and training provided to actors and actresses as they embarked on their careers in the 1880s. The image is a testament to the collaborative nature of the theatre world and the importance of mentorship and encouragement in the pursuit of artistic success.
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