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An audience rioting in the stalls in a Dublin theatre, 1821
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An audience rioting in the stalls in a Dublin theatre, 1821
An audience rioting in the stalls in a Dublin theatre, 1821. Our Hero and his friends having a small taste of a Row at the Theatre. Handcoloured engraving from Pierce Egans Real Life in Ireland, or the Day and Night Scenes, Rovings, Rambles, and Sprees, Bulls, Blunders, Bodderation and Blarney, of Brian Boru Esq. and his Elegant Friend Sir Shawn O Dogherty, published by William Evans, London, 1829
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An Unforgettable Evening at the Dublin Theatre: A Riot in the Stalls, 1821 This intriguing handcoloured engraving, titled 'An audience rioting in the stalls in a Dublin theatre, 1821,' offers a glimpse into the lively and unpredictable world of Regency-era Ireland. The image, taken from Pierce Egan's 'Real Life in Ireland, or the Day and Night Scenes, Rovings, Rambles, and Sprees, Bulls, Blunders, Bodderation and Blarney,' published in London in 1829, captures the moment when an ordinary theatre visit turns into an unruly and chaotic scene. At the heart of the commotion, we see our hero, Brian Boru Esq., and his friend Sir Shawn O'Dogherty, both dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, engaged in a heated argument. The cause of their disagreement is unclear, but it has escalated into a full-blown brawl, with other gentlemen in the stalls joining in. The scene outside the theatre is equally chaotic. A cow, apparently loose in the streets, adds to the confusion, while a rowboat and a canal provide a backdrop to the traditional Irish race or game that seems to have sparked the initial altercation. The caricatured figures of Brian Boru and Sir Shawn, with their exaggerated features and distinctive limps, add a touch of comedy to the otherwise chaotic image. This engraving is a fascinating snapshot of Irish life during the Regency and Georgian eras, showcasing the traditions, sports, and games that were an integral part of the Irish social scene. It also highlights the unpredictability and sense of adventure that characterized life in Ireland during this period, making it a valuable historical document and an intriguing work of art.
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