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Cartoon, The pantomime is coming
Cartoon, " The World" is withdrawn, but the pantomime is coming. Possibly a reference to an unsuccessful production coming to an end, just before the pantomime season begins, to rescue the theatres finances.
1884
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1884 Acte Bryan Coming Entr Entracte Finances Management Manager Managers Panto Pantomime Raft Rescue Season Shipwreck Shipwrecked Unsuccessful Waving Withdrawn December
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The Pantomime is Coming: A Bittersweet End to an Unsuccessful Production in Late Victorian London In this intriguing cartoon from 1884, titled "The World is withdrawn, but the pantomime is coming," we witness a poignant moment in the world of Victorian theatre. The image, published in an 1884 issue of a popular magazine, depicts a shipwreck scene with a man in a life raft, waving for help, as two men on the shore eagerly await his rescue. This scene, however, is not from a theatrical production, but rather a metaphorical representation of the theatre world during the pantomime season. The title of the cartoon refers to the withdrawal of a previous production, symbolized by the sinking ship, "The World," which has failed to attract audiences and save the theatre's finances. As the pantomime season approaches in December, the theatre management, represented by the two men on the shore, eagerly anticipate the arrival of the next production to rescue their struggling business. The pantomime, a popular form of musical comedy and spectacle, was a staple of British theatre during the Victorian era. Its arrival was always eagerly anticipated, as it provided a much-needed boost to theatres' finances and offered audiences a welcome distraction from the harsh realities of everyday life. This cartoon serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the theatre world and the importance of the pantomime season in reviving struggling theatres. The image, with its vivid details and clever use of symbolism, is a testament to the enduring appeal of theatre and the power of storytelling to captivate and inspire.
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