The Past Posts today take you into the world of theatre where Jane looks at "Shadow Play" and Anne takes you back in time to the theatre world in London when Theatrical Realism changed the way drama was presented to the audience.

Clowns: The juxtaposition of slanted eyebrows, large circular eyes, bulbous nose, and huge over exaggerated thick lips is very effective in conveying all manner of expressions. Includes clown paintings by Chuck Oberstein asnd Joseph Grimaldi.

Up until the late 1770s clowns wore masks, not makeup. But in 1778 Joseph Grimaldi, born in London. became the most famous Clown in London, gradually transforming the Clown character from a country bumpkin into the most important character in the harlequinade. (Wikipedia)

Blokcbusters as art The Three Tenors Barnum Andre Rieu

Opera has always been considered to be a somewhat rarefied art form for a select audience and the connoisseurs of music and theatre. ductions in exotic locations. Credit: ItalyMagazine

Are theatre costumes an art form?Theatrical art, which could include plays, opera, ballet or musicals and movies demands the collaboration of actors or singers and depend on costumes, scenery, and lighting. Credit: Deviant Art