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Suffragettes on Stage: Pantomime, Politics and Popular Entertainment

talk

Date & Time

Wed, 16 Sep 2026

19:00

Venue

North Wall Arts Centre

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About this event

Delve into the intersection of politics and entertainment in this enlightening talk.

Why you should come

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• Learn how suffragettes used comedy to challenge stereotypes

• Experience the playful side of the suffrage movement

• Discover the history of pantomimes staged for wounded soldiers

Event Highlights

  • •Explores suffragette portrayals in Edwardian pantomimes
  • •Features unique performances like fancy dress on roller skates
  • •Discusses the Actresses’ Franchise League and their impact

Speaker

Dr Naomi Paxton

Performer, researcher, and broadcaster

Programme

20:00-21:30

Suffragettes on Stage: Pantomime, Politics and Popular Entertainment

Organized by: Panto Association and Teddies FemSoc

Contact: 01865 319450

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