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Cartoon, Father Christmas and theatre people
Cartoon, Father Christmas asks a group of theatre people what they have done for him this year (probably in terms of Christmas entertainment).
1880
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In this 1880s cartoon from the Mary Evans Picture Library, Father Christmas, with a warm smile and twinkling eyes, approaches a lively group of Victorian theatre people. Surrounded by the vibrant atmosphere of the London stage, the jovial figure asks, "What have you all done for me this year, eh? Have any of you written a new Christmas play or composed a festive song to entertain the masses?" The theatre people, including Alfred Bryan, Bryan McCardle, Hop Thumb, Dauban, Valentin, Orson Green, and Lane, eagerly respond with a mix of pride and playful banter. Hop Thumb, a renowned dwarf actor, boasts about his latest performance as a mischievous elf, while Valentin, a dapper actor, reveals his role as a regal king in a nativity play. Orson Green, a burly character actor, proudly shows off his new Christmas costume, and Lane, a graceful ballerina, shares her enchanting dance routine. Father Christmas, delighted by their responses, laughs heartily and nods approvingly. The group's collective creativity and dedication to Christmas entertainment warms the old man's heart, reminding us that the true spirit of the holiday season lies in the joy and wonder that art and performance can bring to all. This delightful cartoon, titled "Entracte," is a charming reminder of the rich history of Christmas traditions and the enduring power of the arts to captivate and inspire us.
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