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1867: An amateur performance of the Delaware Minstrels at Bethnal Green Workhouse. Most of the audience are women in workhouse uniform. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - pub. February 1867 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Workhouse Show (1867) - A Glimpse into the Lives of Women in Bethnal Green Workhouse
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. This photograph, captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, takes us back to the year 1867. It showcases an amateur performance of the Delaware Minstrels at Bethnal Green Workhouse in England. The audience predominantly consists of women dressed in workhouse uniforms, giving us a rare insight into their daily lives. The image is presented in landscape format, emphasizing the vastness of the auditorium where this peculiar musical event took place. In this historical snapshot, we witness these women finding solace and entertainment amidst their challenging circumstances. The presence of musical instruments hints at a lively atmosphere filled with melodies that momentarily transport them away from their hardships. This charitable relief provided a much-needed respite for those residing within the workhouse walls. As we delve deeper into British history, it becomes evident that such performances were not uncommon during this era. They served as both entertainment and means to raise funds for various causes. Through this photo print, Fine Art Storehouse invites us to reflect on how society has evolved since then while reminding us of our shared humanity across time and space. Let's appreciate these brave women who found joy even in adversity and honor their resilience as they navigated life within the confines of Bethnal Green Workhouse over a century ago.
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