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Dick Whittington and His Cat
English folk tale
For the picture book by Marcia Brown, see Dick Whittington and His Cat (book).
Dick Whittington and His Cat is the English folklore surrounding the real-life Richard Whittington (c. 1354 – 1423), wealthy merchant and later Lord Mayor of London.[1] The legend describes his rise from poverty-stricken childhood with the fortune he made through the sale of his cat to a rat-infested country. Although the real Whittington was actually of high birth and likely did not own a cat, he did become a merchant and politician and was remembered for his public projects and charitable investments.
Another element in the legend is that Dick attempted to flee his service as a scullion one night, heading towards home (or reached Highgate Hill in later tradition), but was dissuaded by the sound of Bow bells, which promised he would be mayor of London one day.
Since the pre-Victorian era, the story has been a favourite subject of British pantomime, especially during Christmas season.
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Step into a world of fun, laughter, and adventure as Dick Whittington sets out to seek his fortune and make the streets "paved with gold" a reality! Along the way, he’ll face the evil Sir Rattington and his army of rodent rascals, threatening to take over the world. Will Dick and his plucky companions save the day?
Packed with spectacular sets, dazzling costumes, show-stopping songs, and all the magic you’ve come to love from a Saffron Hall pantomime, this festive extravaganza is a treat for all ages!
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THE STORY OF DICK WHITTINGTON
LONDON's MOST FAMOUS LORD MAYOR
By Richard Jones
The legend of "Dick Whittington and his Cat" is one of England's most famous folk tales, and there is evidence to suggest that the pantomime version of the story, that still delights audiences today, was being played in much the same form in the 17th century.
Dick was a poor boy who lived in the days of Edward III and who came to London expecting to find the streets "paved with gold".
Unfortunately, the best he could manage was employment as a scullion in the Kitchen of a wealthy merchant, Mr Fitzwarren.
Bullied by the cook, and plagued by the mice and rats that infested his attic, the poor lad was thoroughly miserable.
Hoping to deal at least with the latter of his problems, he bought himself a cat, which soon rid his room of the troublesome furry pests.
When Mr Fitzwarren offered his servants a stake in a cargo of merchandise that was bound for Barbary, Dick had nothing to venture but his cat. Fortunately, his employer accepted the feline investment, and the ship s
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