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Handbill advertising a performance of Hamlet at the Theatre, Leeds
5917334 Handbill advertising a performance of Hamlet at the Theatre, Leeds, 9th November 1843 (print) by English School, (19th century); 32.2x20.4 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Abbey House Museum) UK; (add.info.: handbill, Theatre, Leeds, Thursday Nov 9 1843, " Hamlet"
and " Jack Adams and the Mutineers of the Bounty"
Under the Management of Mr J. L. Pritchard); eLeeds Museums and Galleries; Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22323650
© Leeds Museums and Galleries Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK / Bridgeman Images
Bounty Comedic Comedy Extravaganza Flyer Hamlet Leeds Melodrama Mutineers Mutiny Performances Production Productions Programme Shakespeare William 1564 1616 Shakespearean Show Shows Theatrical Tragedy Variety Yorkshire Ephemera Social History
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This handbill from 1843 transports us back to a time when the Theatre in Leeds was abuzz with excitement and anticipation. The print, measuring 32.2x20.4 cm, showcases an advertisement for a performance of Shakespeare's timeless tragedy, Hamlet. The poster reveals that this particular production took place on Thursday, November 9th, under the management of Mr J. L. Pritchard. Alongside Hamlet, another enthralling play called "Jack Adams and the Mutineers of the Bounty" was also featured during this eventful evening. As we delve into the details of this historical artifact, we catch glimpses of Victorian entertainment at its finest - a medley of drama, music, comedy, and even scenes from extravagant melodramas. This diverse range of performances promises an unforgettable night filled with variety and amusement. The handbill not only serves as a testament to the enduring popularity of Shakespearean plays but also offers insight into social history and cultural trends in Yorkshire during that era. Preserved by Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Abbey House Museum) in the UK, this print is a window into a bygone age where theatergoers eagerly awaited their favorite productions to transport them to worlds both tragic and comedic. With William Shakespeare's name gracing this piece alongside references to mutiny on board The Bounty ship led by Jack Adams; it is clear that audiences were treated to an eclectic mix of storytelling styles designed to captivate their imaginations long after they left the theater doors behind them.
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