Whittington and His Cat Burlesque - Lyceum Theatre Vintage Illustration #196136 (License: Personal Use)

This detailed woodcut illustrates a dynamic moment from the 1870s burlesque production of “Whittington and His Cat” at the Lyceum Theatre in London. The central figure-a performer in an elaborate cat costume with outstretched arms-commands attention, while surrounding dancers in fairy-inspired attire with conical hats and bell props create a whimsical, theatrical tableau. Background elements include draped curtains, hanging bellflowers, and rustic set pieces evoking a magical forest setting.

Used on historical theatre archives, Victorian entertainment blogs, or museum digital exhibits; serves users researching 19th-century popular theatre, costume design, or pantomime/burlesque traditions.