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Westminster School - scene from "The Andria"of Terence, 1845. Creator: Unknown
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Westminster School - scene from "The Andria"of Terence, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Westminster School - scene from " The Andria" of Terence, 1845. Public school production of an ancient Roman comedy, Act IV, Scene 11: Of the costume...we must speak in the highest terms. All was Greek, and correct. The young Pamphilus wore his chlamys with the grace of an Antinous; while old Simo draped his pallium decorously and classically. The acting was hardly up to the average. We may except the Davus of Mr. Milman, which was roguish and significant enough...the enunciation was as distinct, the parts as perfectly committed to memory as ever...The Epilogue, with its allusions to the railway mania, was taken by the audience in every point...It is curious to see the old fashion of Latin play-acting survive in our own matter-of-fact times, when even the hallowed practice of Latin annotations to editions of the classics has almost disappeared. From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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This print captures a scene from "The Andria" of Terence, performed by Westminster School in 1845. The public school production showcased an ancient Roman comedy, specifically Act IV, Scene 11. The attention to detail in the costumes is commendable; they were all Greek and impeccably accurate. Young Pamphilus exuded elegance as he gracefully wore his chlamys, reminiscent of the legendary Antinous. On the other hand, old Simo draped his pallium with decorum and classicism. While the overall acting may not have reached exceptional levels, Mr. Milman's portrayal of Davus stood out for its roguishness and significance. Enunciation was clear and precise throughout the performance, with each actor flawlessly reciting their lines from memory. The audience thoroughly enjoyed the Epilogue, which cleverly incorporated references to the contemporary railway mania. It is intriguing to witness this traditional Latin play-acting persist even in our modern times when practices like Latin annotations on classical editions are fading away. This remarkable photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era where students at Westminster School passionately brought ancient Roman comedies to life on stage. Its historical value lies not only in capturing this particular production but also in preserving a tradition that has endured through time despite changing societal norms and interests.
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