Perils of the Victorian Stage: The Hazardous World of Victorian Entertainment

In Victorian times the performing space, be it stage, music hall platform, or circus ring could be...
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Author: Alan Stockwell
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Language: English
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Perils of the Victorian Stage: The Hazardous World of Victorian Entertainment by Stockwell, Alan

Perils of the Victorian Stage: The Hazardous World of Victorian Entertainment

€35,21

Perils of the Victorian Stage: The Hazardous World of Victorian Entertainment

€35,21
Author: Alan Stockwell
Format: Paperback
Language: English
In Victorian times the performing space, be it stage, music hall platform, or circus ring could be as dangerous as mine, mill or factory. Behind the spectacle and splendour lurked disaster, destitution and death. Falling scenery, open trapdoors, collapsing rostrums, explosions and fire were everyday hazards as was the excessive use of guns, swords and knives. Surprisingly, female dancers were major sufferers as their flimsy costumes were prone to catching fire - 160 such cases with some 40+ fatalities. Circus acts were hugely popular especially when performed by young children, while high-wire walkers like Blondin the 'Hero of Niagara' inspired lesser artistes to attempt stunts beyond their capabilities. Mid-century, Léotard invented the flying trapeze and from that moment artistes risked their lives to outdo whatever had gone before. This book is a miscellany of life-threatening dangers and fatal accidents during performance to acrobats, magicians, variety acts etc, as well as singers, dancers, musicians, comedians, and a plethora of actors and actresses.




Author: Alan Stockwell, Brenda Stockwell
Publisher: Vesper Hawk Publishing
Published: 10/01/2022
Pages: 226
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9780956501387

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