This cartoon by Paul Thomas from the Daily Express relates to news that The Rolling Stones will be headlining the Glastonbury music festival this summer.
The cartoon shows the stage being prepared for the Stones' appearance. One of the workers explains, "We're installing a stairlift for The Rolling Stones gig".
EXPLANATION
A stairlift is a device that is fitted to a staircase in a house in order to allow an elderly or sick person to go upstairs (see pictures). The cartoonist is making fun of the age of The Rolling Stones. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards are both 69, while drummer Charlie Watts is 71!
VOCABULARY
A gig is a live performance by someone such as a musician or a comedian.
ALSO SEE
• Andy Davey cartoon (The Sun)
