Here's another illustration for this week's IF theme 'Theatre'- a Punch and Judy puppet theatre. I wonder how many of you have seen one of these? In Britain they used to be a part of the traditional seaside holiday. The little theatres would be erected on the beach at coastal resorts and children and their parents would be entertained by the outrageous antics of Punch, along with his wife Judy, the baby, dog and a host of characters. Although few and far between on the beaches these day, apparently Punch and Judy shows are enjoying a revival! By the way, if you're thinking the baby looks worried, you're quite right! You can find out why by reading this article about the shows.
I love your illustration of Punchinello. Lord of Misrule!
ReplyDeleteLovely take and you are so creative on this.
ReplyDeleteI feel the animated beat...Ha..Ha..
I love both of the illustrations Caroline but my favourite is punch and judy. I remember seeing shows like that as a child. I love the little dog peeking from behind the curtain.
ReplyDeleteA classic! The baby is particularly adorable and obviously needs rescuing from that wild Punch!
ReplyDeleteLove this!!
ReplyDeleteexcellent idea! and lovingly illustrated!
ReplyDeleteHaha! Now that's theater! Oh, excuse me. Theatre. Great illustration, and yes, the baby sure does look worried.
ReplyDeleteI've never actually seen a show, but I'm concerned that some people think this doesn't affect impressionable young children. Classic studies have shown that when the violent character is seen as a hero and not reprimanded, children do become a little more violent themselves.
I guess I'm too politically correct. :)
you are very prolific this week, awesome image and i love the dog :)
ReplyDeleteI love puppet theater! I've seen a few shows, but never one of Punch and Judy. And I too love the dog! :-)
ReplyDeleteDon't think we'll see Punch on the Disney channel anytime soon! Great illustration!
ReplyDeleteGreat illustration!!! Very French!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, I'm familiar with ole Punch and Judy. What a great idea for the Theater theme! Love this.
ReplyDeleteI also greatly enjoyed your photos of your trip to Malaysia. What talent you have!