In nineteenth-century Britain, the spectacular and highly profitable theatrical form known as "pantomime" was part of a shared cultural repertoire and a significant medium for the transmission of stories. Rowdy, comedic, and slightly risqué, pantomime productions were situated in dynamic relationship with various forms of print and material culture. Popular fairy-tale theater also informed the production and reception of folklore research in ways that are often overlooked. In Staging Fairyland: Folklore, Children's Entertainment, and Nineteenth-Century Pantomime, Jennifer Schacker reclaims the place of theatrical performance in this history, developing a model for the intermedial and cross-disciplinary study of narrative cultures. The case studies that punctuate each chapter move between the realms of print and performance, scholarship and popular culture. Schacker examines pantomime productions of such well-known tales as "Cinderella," "Little Red Riding Hood," and "Jack and the Beanstalk," as well as others whose popularity has waned-such as, "Daniel O'Rourke" and "The Yellow Dwarf." These productions resonate with traditions of impersonation, cross-dressing, literary imposture,... [Read More]

Dante’s Garden is the story of what happens when Frank Farnese, a book collector from 2017, falls through Hell's Mouth, a strange sculpture in Bomarzo, Italy.In 1570, Lucrezia Romano and famed antiquarian Pyrrho Ligorio welcome him when he awakens in a garden, from what he thinks is a dream but isn’t. Together they must figure out how to put the world right again. The Inquisition, an extraordinary visit to Venice, and the dreams of Duke Francesco Orsini entwine to pull them all deeper into adventure, danger, love, and the hardest decisions of their lives. Dante’s Garden weaves fact and fiction, history and imagination, to tell the story of Frank and Lucrezia, and the connection that, finally, may not be strong enough to hold them safe as time splits apart.

Rosalina is a very powerful figure as her duty is to watch over and protect the cosmos. She debuted in Super Mario galaxy and now you can wear her beautiful costume and be the powerful Rosalina.

Be everyone's favorite commercial cutie in this officially licensed Progressive Flo costume featuring a white apron with progressive logo, perky wig, navy headband, "I heart insurance" button, and tricked out name tag.

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Officially licensed Star Wars 7 the force awakens hero fighter deluxe costume includes top, pants, detached sleeves, and belt with pouch and cuff. Rubie's Costume Company has been bringing costumes and accessories to the world since 1950. As the world's costume leader, we take seriously the mission to make dressing up fun. Mascots, rental quality costumes, masks, wigs, accessories, shoes, and every significant licensed costume you would ever want to wear can be found under the Rubie's brand. Still family owned and still family focused, Rubie's brings you fun for every season- Halloween, Christmas, mardi grass, Easter, and all in-between

Who's ready to dance and sing along the rooftops? Bring a little magic to your work in this men's Chimney Sweep costume featuring a brown jacket with long sleeves, pocket accents, front button closures, a patterned vest with gold buttons, a red neck tie, and a brown hat. (Shirt, pants, and sweep not included.)

This 2-piece set comes with 2 red sneakers, printed on both sides! Perfect for couples' costumes. Comes one size fits most adults, and some teens. Costumes are unisex and great for both men and women! These are easy pull over costumes, that are comfortable and will be sure to get a lot of laughs!!

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Going to Pandora isn't as simple as booking a flight to your favorite vacation spot, but we've found a cost-effective alternative for you. Start by putting on this Neytiri jumpsuit, licensed from Avatar. Then, all you have to do is play around at your nearest park and pretend that it's a lush jungle planet. Last, save Jake Sully and marry him. That's not too hard, right? - Two Strands of Beads - Jumpsuit w/Tail & Apron - Gauntlet - Belt Turn heads in our sexy Neytiri Avatar Movie Adult Costume! With an alien yet appealing look, Jake Sully will have no problem letting this sexy princess of the Omaticaya come to his rescue this Halloween. This Sexy Neytiri Avatar Movie Adult Costume includes a curve-hugging striped blue jumpsuit, an apron, and a gauntlet. Just add a Neytiri Deluxe Adult Wig and Na'Vi Avatar Makeup Kit (sold separately) for an authentic James Cameron's Avatar movie character costume. Pair with Jake Sully (sold separately) for a great Avatar couples costume. This is an officially licensed AvatarTM product.

The electrical fences and advanced technology of Jurassic World didn't stop the dinosaurs from escaping and terrorizing the visitors, just like nothing is going to stop you from having the best Halloween yet when you dress in this one-piece inflatable T-Rex suit. A built-in fan will keep you cool all night, so whether you're trick or treating through Jurassic World or you're going to a fun party with your friends, you'll be comfortable! You can also don this costume to the premiere of the upcoming film; you'll look so great, people will forget all about the movie and all eyes

Kids will enjoy becoming the speediest superhero ever with this Flash Muscle Costume. Children can dress up just like the character from the series with this suit. The Flash Halloween costume features the iconic red and yellow bodysuit with a built-in muscle chest, a belt and a headpiece. It is made from a comfortable polyester material, and the fabric is hand washable. The deluxe child Halloween costume is just the outfit your child needs for school plays, parties, parades, family occasions and other holidays and festivities. It is specially designed to fit boys. With this Flash Muscle Costume, kids can

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