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Scene from "Valentine and Orson", at the Lyceum Theatre, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Scene from "Valentine and Orson", at the Lyceum Theatre, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Scene from " Valentine and Orson", at the Lyceum Theatre, 1844. London stage production of The well-known story of " Valentine and Orson" - the foundling of the forest of Orleans...taken as the groundwork for a burlesque - the whole of the dialogue is filled with whimsical point and allusions, and written in burlesque verse...Mr. [Robert] Keeleys Orson was the acme of burlesque acting...
and his talented little wife [Mary Anne Keeley] made an admirable Valentine...The house wras densely crowded, and the audience tolerably quiet. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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This print captures a scene from the 1844 London stage production of "Valentine and Orson" at the Lyceum Theatre. The play, based on the well-known story of the foundling of the forest of Orleans, was transformed into a burlesque filled with whimsical point and allusions, written in burlesque verse. Mr. Robert Keeley's portrayal of Orson was hailed as the acme of burlesque acting, while his talented wife Mary Anne Keeley delivered an admirable performance as Valentine. The image shows a comical moment on stage, with actors dressed in elaborate costumes. In the foreground stands Mr. Keeley as Orson, capturing attention with his exaggerated gestures and expressions. Beside him is Mary Anne Keeley as Valentine, displaying her theatrical prowess through her confident presence. The Lyceum Theatre appears to be packed with a densely crowded audience who are captivated by this humorous spectacle unfolding before them. Despite their numbers, they maintain relative quietness to fully immerse themselves in this entertaining performance. This engraving from "Illustrated London News" provides us with a glimpse into 19th-century British theatre culture and showcases the talent and comedic skills of these renowned actors. It serves as a reminder that even in Victorian times, people sought laughter and entertainment through live performances like pantomimes or burlesques.
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