Uncle Toms Cabin
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Uncle Toms Cabin
Reverse of a promotional postcard for C. H. Smiths Double Mammoth Uncle Toms Cabin Co. touring to Oakland Garden, 5th September 1881 showing the productions various spectacles. Date: 1881
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1881 Oakland Panto Pantomime Promotional Smiths Uncle Theatrical
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Uncle Tom's Cabin: A Theatrical Spectacle of the 1880s as Depicted in this Reverse Postcard This reverse postcard, dating back to 1881, offers a captivating glimpse into the past, showcasing the various spectacles of Uncle Tom's Cabin, a popular theatrical production of the era. The card, produced by C.H. Smith's Double Mammoth Uncle Tom's Cabin Company, was promoting their tour to Oakland Garden on September 5, 1881. The image on the reverse side of the postcard reveals an intriguing array of theatrical scenes from the production. At the center, a grand stage is set with an elaborate plantation scene, complete with slaves working in the fields, a cabin in the background, and a large oak tree, symbolic of the novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe. Surrounding the stage, several smaller vignettes illustrate various scenes from the play, including a slave auction, a plantation ball, and a heart-wrenching scene of Uncle Tom and his children being separated. The theatrical style of the time, known as pantomime, was a popular form of entertainment that combined music, dance, and drama. The production of Uncle Tom's Cabin was no exception, as evidenced by the inclusion of musicians and dancers in the postcard image. The elaborate costumes, intricate set designs, and engaging performances would have captivated audiences, making Uncle Tom's Cabin a must-see production of the 1880s. This postcard offers a fascinating window into the past, providing a glimpse into the theatrical spectacle that was Uncle Tom's Cabin and the entertainment culture of the late 19th century.
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