The portrait of Edmund Kean as Richard III with the Duke of Buckingham offers a glimpse into the history of theater and theatergoing from the 19th century. The portrait depicts Kean in costume and in character as Richard III, with his hand resting on the shoulder of the Duke of Buckingham, played by Henry Siddons.… Continue reading Entry by Pedro Rivas: Portrait of Edmund Kean 1787-1833 as Richard III with the Duke of Buckingham

The First Folio of William Shakespeare’s plays is a landmark object in the history of theater. Published in 1623, just seven years after the death of the playwright, it contains the first collected edition of his plays, including many that would not have survived without its publication. This book not only captures Shakespeare’s genius but… Continue reading Entry by Pedro Rivas: The First Folio of William Shakespeare’s plays (1623)

The tempest Is a play by William Shakespeare, written in 1610-1611. It is considered as the last play that he wrote alone. This play deals with both tragic and comic themes and this play has been put to varied interpretations, from those who see it as Shakespeare’s farewell to the stage, to interpretations that consider… Continue reading Entry by Aneeza Shakeel: The Tempest, Caliban

The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln at Ford’s Theatre in Washington D.C. on April 14th, 1865, was a tragic and pivotal event in American history. Lincoln was attending a play at the theatre when he was shot by John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer and actor. Lincoln died the following day, and his assassination sent… Continue reading Entry 3 by Mohammed Omor: The Assassination of President Lincoln

Dioramas are miniature, three-dimensional scenes that depict a particular historical, cultural, or natural setting. They originated in France in the early 18th century and were popularized by Louis-Jacques-Mandé Daguerre, the inventor of the daguerreotype, who created elaborate dioramas that were exhibited in Paris in the 1820s and 1830s. They typically feature detailed and realistic models… Continue reading Entry by Shamiah Allaway, Paper Theater of an Italianate Villa and Garden, 18th century

In 1924, Harry Clarke created the stained glass window “St. Patrick Preaches to His Disciples”. Clarke is famous for creating over 160 works of stained glass for religious institutions. The disciples have gathered around St. Patrick in rapt attention as he preaches to them in the window. The window’s vibrant colors and minute details demonstrate… Continue reading Entry by Thant Zeya: “St. Patrick Preaching to his Disciples by Harry Clarke”

Sarah Bernhardt was a French actress, widely known for her iconic performances on stage and screen. In 1899, she took on the role of Hamlet in a production at the Theatre Lyrique in Paris. Her portrayal of the famously tormented prince was both controversial and groundbreaking, as it marked the first time a woman had… Continue reading Entry Jaiden Aguilar: Sarah Bernhardt as Hamlet ,1899

In the history of America, the antebellum period really largely defined the nation since the economy and society evolved significantly throughout this period, giving new possibilities but also new challenges. And, the stresses as a result of these changes came together in May 1849 in the nation’s largest metropolis over the most pressing issue of… Continue reading Entry By [MD RAFIN]: [Astor Place Riot, May 10, 1849]