Collection of papers connected with the production of a version of A midsummer night's dream [manuscript], ca. 1763.

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Collection of papers connected with the production of a version of A midsummer night's dream [manuscript], ca. 1763.

Some notes in Garrick's hand. Contents include: Cuts suggested by George Colman, in his hand; a list of songs to be sung; the prompter Cross' call book giving the names and disposition of the characters when coming on to the stage; 2 cast lists with alterations; and a song sung by a fairy of Oberon's, in Capell's hand - Lady of the starry train. Page references are to Garrick's copy of Midsummer night's dream printed by Tonson, 1734 (in the Folger prompt book collection)

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Garrick, David, 1717-1779

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David Garrick was raised in Lichfield, England, and became a leading actor, playwright and theatrical producer in London. From 1747 to 1776, he was a partner in the Drury Lane Theatre. From the description of Papers, 1749-1778. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 85213417 David Garrick, English actor and playwright. Garrick frequently invested in land, and in 1756 he bought a large estate in Hendon, northwest of London. There is no evidence that Garrick ever lived at H...

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Colman, George, 1732-1794

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The Spanish barber was first performed at the Haymarket Theatre in London on 30 Aug. 1777. From the description of The Spanish barber : or the fruitless precaution, a comic opera / by George Colman : manuscript, [ca. 1777]. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612774129 Colman was an English dramatist; his son, George Colman the younger, was also an English dramatist. From the description of Correspondence with Bow Street magistrates, 1773-1823. (Harvard Uni...

Cross, Richard, -1760

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Capell, Edward, 1713-1781

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