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Cartoon, Music Hall Proprietors
Cartoon, The dismay of the Music-Hall Proprietors when they heard of the threatened destruction of the Inventions Exhibition, knew no bounds. The International Inventions Exhibition, held in South Kensington, London, from 4 May 1885, was taking audiences away from the theatres and music halls.
1885
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1885 Acte Annoyed Audiences Bryan Competition Dismay Entr Entracte Halls Inventions Proprietor Proprietors Rivalry Theatres
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This intriguing cartoon from the late 1880s captures the dismay and annoyance of music hall proprietors upon hearing about the threatened destruction of the International Inventions Exhibition in South Kensington, London, which opened on May 4, 1885. The cartoon, titled "The Dismay of the Music-Hall Proprietors," depicts a group of men in top hats, with one in the foreground holding a large hat in a state of shock, as they gather around a table, clearly distressed by the news. The exhibition, which showcased inventions from around the world, was attracting large audiences away from the theatres and music halls, leading to intense competition and rivalry in the entertainment industry. The cartoon's caption, "Alfred Bryan, 20th June, 1885," suggests that it was published in a satirical magazine or newspaper, adding to its humorous and critical tone. The cartoon provides a fascinating glimpse into the late Victorian era, highlighting the impact of new technologies and innovations on traditional forms of entertainment and the business dynamics of the time.
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