The Wasp — 1892 — page 58: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page discusses San Francisco theater personalities and productions from the 1880s. The text covers: - **John T. Kelly**, a local comedian performing at the Market Street Theater, whose comedic talent is debated among theatergoers - **Tom Ricketts** of the Tivoli Theater, praised for his memory and role in "The Gay Musketeers" - **Clara Wisdom**, a young singer joining W.T. Carleton's Opera Company - **Sir Arthur Sullivan** (the famous composer) directing a chorus rehearsal, where Miss Wisdom's unconventional musical interpretation amuses him The sketches are character portraits of these theater figures. The satire appears gentle—poking fun at local performers' mannerisms and pretensions rather than attacking them. This reflects *The Wasp's* role as a society and entertainment gossip publication focused on San Francisco's cultural scene.