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Cartoon, Mr Pettitt, The Spiders Web
Cartoon, Mr Pettitt takes the Spiders Web to a better Pitch. A satirical comment on Henry Alfred Pettitt (1848-1893), British actor and dramatist, with a reference to the title of one of his plays, in production at the Olympic Theatre.
1883
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Mr. Pettitt, the charismatic British actor and dramatist, strides confidently onto the stage of the Olympic Theatre in 1883, taking the reins of "The Spider's Web," one of his latest productions. In this satirical cartoon by an unknown artist, Mr. Pettitt is depicted as a man of action, determined to elevate the production from the cobweb-like state it may have been in. The title of the play, "The Spider's Web," is a reference to the intricate and complex plots common in Victorian melodramas. The backdrop of the image shows the stoic and critical faces of the audience, their expressions suggesting that they are not easily impressed. Mr. Pettitt, however, remains unfazed, his steely gaze fixed on the task at hand. The spider and its web in the foreground serve as a metaphor for the production itself, with Mr. Pettitt as the heroic figure intent on conquering the challenges and bringing it to a better pitch. The cartoon is a testament to the resilience and determination of Mr. Pettitt, who was known for his ability to breathe new life into old plays and make them relevant to contemporary audiences. The image captures the spirit of the 1880s theatre scene, where criticism and reviews were a constant presence, and the pressure to succeed was immense. Despite the challenges, Mr. Pettitt remained a force to be reckoned with, leaving a lasting impact on the world of Victorian theatre.
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