On May 9, 1662 Samuel Pepys wrote in his famous diary that he had seen, in Covent Garden, “an Italian puppet play, that is within the rails there, which is very pretty." And, thus, 350 years later, we mark the "birthday" of our delightful Mr. Punch.
Though Punch has been around for far longer and can trace his roots back to the Italian Commedia dell'Arte, today reminds us of his first official record in Britain. So, on this special day, let's remember "Old Red Nose"--the voice of the people, the lovable rogue, the scamp, the lover and the defeater of the devil.
Three cheers for Mr. Punch!
Here's wishing you another happy three and a half centuries!
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4 comments:
Three more cheers for Mr. Punch! Happy 350th, gosh you look good for your age! What's your secret? Is it Botox , or just a nice coat of varnish?
That's the way to do it!
Ha! That made me laugh, Darcy. I think it's a combination of varnish and exercise which keeps Mr. Punch looking so fit for his age. Whacking people with a cudgel burns a lot of calories!
Evidently a steady diet of sausages, temper tantrums, crocodile wrestling and general mischief makes for a good long life.
Happy Birthday Mr. Punch!
God, I hope so.
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