Over the Audience 1934 - 1940

"Over the Audience" is a pastel drawing created by American artist Everett Shinn between 1934 and 1940. This drawing, depicting a dancer floating over a darkened stage, likely inspired by the glamour of vaudeville, uses subtle color and delicate line to capture a fleeting moment of movement. The dancer’s luminescent body contrasts against the dark background, highlighting her graceful form in a theatrical setting. The use of pastel allows for the subtle and soft blending of colors, making this a unique and intimate look into a performance space.