The Wasp — 1896 — page 567: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page from *The Wasp* (a San Francisco satirical magazine) contains theatrical reviews rather than political cartoons. The content discusses San Francisco stage productions from what appears to be the early 1900s. The page features photographs and reviews of actresses including Lucile La Verne, Margaret Craven, Ida Conquest, and Viola Allen, who performed in operas and plays at local theaters like the Columbia and Baldwin. The reviews critique performances in productions such as "Carmen," "Rigoletto," and "The Charity Ball," offering theatrical commentary mixed with satirical observations about the actresses' talents and stage presence. This represents *The Wasp's* coverage of San Francisco's vibrant theatrical scene rather than political satire.