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VAUDEVILLE AUDIENCE, 1912. Line of people waiting to see a Vaudeville show at Fall River
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VAUDEVILLE AUDIENCE, 1912. Line of people waiting to see a Vaudeville show at Fall River
VAUDEVILLE AUDIENCE, 1912.
Line of people waiting to see a Vaudeville show at Fall River, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Hine, January 1912
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1912 Audience Coat Entertainment Fall River Hine January Lewis Line Massachusetts Northeast Theater Vaudeville Waiting Wickes Winter
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Captured in the winter of 1912, this sepia-toned photograph by Lewis Hine transports us back to a time when vaudeville reigned as one of America's most beloved forms of entertainment. The image portrays a line of eager men, women, and children waiting outside a theater in Fall River, Massachusetts, braving the chilly Northeastern weather for their chance to witness the magic that awaited them inside. Dressed in their finest coats and hats, these early 20th-century audience members exude anticipation and excitement. Their faces reflect a mix of curiosity and delight as they eagerly await entry into the world of vaudeville. Men stand tall with hands tucked into pockets while women clutch their shawls tightly around themselves against the biting cold. This snapshot captures not only the spirit of an era but also highlights how entertainment has always been an integral part of our lives. It reminds us that even over a century ago, people sought solace from daily routines through laughter and spectacle provided by talented performers on stage. Lewis Hine's skillful lens immortalizes this moment forever – freezing it in time for future generations to appreciate. As we gaze upon this image today, let us be reminded that despite technological advancements and changing tastes throughout history, our innate desire for communal enjoyment remains unchanged.
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