The Wasp — 1896 — page 287: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* (a San Francisco satirical magazine) primarily features **theatrical reviews and announcements** rather than political cartoons. The content discusses upcoming performances at local theaters, including mentions of: - A play called "Gumpsel" or the Stage - "Blue Beard" at the Grand Opera House - Various actors and actresses (names like Wilson, Frank Mayo, Jessie Veamann, Eleonora Moretti, Essie Tittel, Homer Henley) The page includes **photographic portraits of performers** rather than satirical drawings. The text emphasizes theatrical gossip, character reviews, and upcoming productions. This appears to be **entertainment journalism** rather than political satire—typical of how *The Wasp*, despite its satirical reputation, devoted substantial space to San Francisco's vibrant theater scene in the late 19th/early 20th century.