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Christmas Pantomimes: Drury Lane; Haymarket; Princess, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Christmas Pantomimes: Drury Lane; Haymarket; Princess, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Christmas Pantomimes: Drury Lane; Haymarket; Princess, 1856. London stage productions. Drury Lane:..a scene from the ballet, in which Rosina Wright and the strength of the choregraphic corps of this theatre are employed; and, with the advantage of Beverley's painting in some of the greater pictorial scenes, adds the grace of motion to the beauty of form and colour'. Haymarket:..a ballet interlude...in which Miss Mary Brown, the Columbine, appears in the costume of a Zouave, as the centre of a group of military juveniles, that represent a body of Zouaves and British Grenadiers, who march and countermarch in excellent style'. Princess':..the Island of Birds...the fairy aviary of Queen Paradisa presents us with a perfect world of love-birds and canaries, with Count Robin Redbreast as lord chamberlain and master of the ceremonies, and a royal body-guard of Goldfinches..'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This photograph print, dating back to 1856, showcases three renowned London theatres during the Christmas pantomime season: Drury Lane, Haymarket, and Princess's Theatre. Each theatre was known for its unique and enchanting productions, showcasing a blend of dance, music, and drama. At Drury Lane, the ballet was a highlight, with Rosina Wright and the corps de ballet gracefully performing a scene from the production. The illustration from the "Illustrated London News" praises the beauty of form and color, as well as the choreography, which added an extra dimension to the visual spectacle. Haymarket Theatre presented a lively ballet interlude, featuring Mary Brown as Columbine in a Zouave costume. The group of military juveniles, representing Zouaves and British Grenadiers, marched and countermarched in excellent style, adding to the excitement and energy of the performance. Lastly, Princess's Theatre offered a magical world of love-birds and canaries in the production of "The Island of Birds." Queen Paradisa's fairy aviary was a sight to behold, with Count Robin Redbreast as the master of ceremonies and a royal bodyguard of Goldfinches. The "Illustrated London News" describes the production as a perfect world of love and beauty, transporting audiences to a fantastical realm. This photograph print offers a glimpse into the enchanting world of Christmas pantomimes during the Victorian era, showcasing the artistry, creativity, and magic that brought joy to audiences in London's most famous theatres.
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