Cartoon, Henry Irving and Wilson Barrett
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Cartoon, Henry Irving and Wilson Barrett
Cartoon, Henry Irving and Wilson Barrett -- Mr Wilson Barrett will soon let us know that there is more than one English actor who can do justice to Shakespeare. Barrett prepares to play Hamlet in Irvings absence.
1884
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1884 Absence Barrett Bryan Departure Entracte Hamlet Irving Performer Performers Plan Planning Plot Plotting Rival Rivalry Rivals Role Shakespeare Shakespearean Spying Wilson
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In this intriguing cartoon from September 1884, published by "Bryan's Entr'acte," Henry Irving, the renowned English actor and manager of the Lyceum Theatre in London, is depicted in the foreground, deep in conversation with his American rival, Wilson Barrett, who stands behind him, holding a book and a copy of Shakespeare's "Hamlet." The caption above the image playfully teases that Barrett will soon reveal that there is more than one English actor capable of bringing justice to the Bard's works. Irving's absence from the stage, possibly due to a tour or a departure to America, has left an opportunity for Barrett to step into the limelight and take on the challenging role of Hamlet. The cartoonist captures the essence of the intense rivalry between the two actors, with Barrett appearing as a spy or a plotter, peering over Irving's shoulder and planning his next move. The Victorian era, with its rich theatrical scene, comes to life in this image. The stage and the theatre are depicted in the background, with the audience eagerly waiting for the performance to begin. The actors' costumes, the props, and the overall atmosphere transport us back to an era when live entertainment reigned supreme. This cartoon is a testament to the enduring appeal of Shakespeare's works and the passion and dedication of the actors who brought them to life. It also highlights the intense competition and the spirit of rivalry that fueled the theatrical world of the 1880s.
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