Life, 1906-01-25 · page 15 of 24
Life — January 25, 1906 — page 15: what you’re looking at
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The illustration depicts a scene from a theatrical production of *Uncle Tom's Cabin*, specifically the famous "Liza Crossing the Ice" sequence where the enslaved character Eliza flees across a frozen river. The sketch shows period costume and dramatic action typical of late 19th-century stage adaptations. The accompanying text discusses theater reviews and management issues. Notably, it references **Klaw and Erlanger**, theatrical syndicates being criticized for treating the public disrespectfully and violating state laws. The writer sarcastically suggests Texans would give them a hostile reception, alluding to an incident involving actress Sarah Bernhardt performing in a tent—likely referencing a dispute over theater monopolies and exploitation. The page satirizes theatrical syndicate power and calls for legal action against their unethical practices toward audiences and performers.
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ne 4 Ree, f oth Lege bun — ‘ Sm ov ‘A LIZA CROSSING THE ICt what can be done in the way of fines and imprisonment to compel the mem- bers of the Syndicate to act decently toward the public and to respect the laws of the State. Texas is all right, And what a joyful reception the Texans would give Messrs. Klaw and Erlanger if they dared show their lovely faces in the State about the time Bernhardt was playing in atent. sfetcal/e, Academy of Music.—Mrs. Leslie Carter in repertoire, including “Adrea,” “Zara gigs Madame du Barry.” = iJ Blanche Bates and excellent company ‘of the Golden West.” Absorbing pl The Music Master." Me, Warheld's artistic impersonation the pu Casino. —“ The Earl and the Girl." Musical play with Eddie Foy and competent cast. Amusing. Ficlds's.—Louis Mann and Clara Lipman in “Julie Bonbon." Farcical comedy. Garric Channing Pollock. Notice A inpodrome. —"“ A Society Circus.’ The Court of the Golden Foun- “Magnificent combination of circus, ballet and spectacle. * The Babes and the B Musical and spectacular piece, Mr. Fred Walton's delightful pantomime work. Well worth se (ison Sguare. The Braisley Diamond” and Mr. Henri de Vries in admi 1c opposite, Manhattan." Before and Alter.” Amusing and well-acted farce- comedy adapted from the French. Princess.—Mr, Heney Miller in * Grierson’s Way." Notice later. Proctor's Fifth Avenue. — stock, company in weekly change of bill Weber's Theatre. —* Twiddle Twaddle.” Musical mixture with Col. Joseph Weber and Siznora Maria Dressler in the leading rOles. Not colossal, but diverting. Music. R. GERICKE and his splendid band are giving very rich and varied programmes at their concerts this winter, but it isa pity he continues to place the symphony at the wrong end —the piice de resistance should not come when our appetites are satisfied. It is also hard on the unfortunate commuter, who, with one-half of his mind on his train, finds it difficult to place the other half on the agio movement, knowing he must make an allegro exit exception the concerts are most satisfying to the real music lover, . e . HE popularity of Mr. Bagby’s Monday morning con- certs has in been demonstrated by the suc of his second series. If his audiences continue to increase as they have done, he may be obliged to move into the Opera House. Programmes that include the biggest stars in the operatic firmament are practically irresistible. comicbooks.com