Autograph letter signed from R.B. Peake, English Opera House, to T. Hill, Esq. [manuscript], 1826 September 21.

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Autograph letter signed from R.B. Peake, English Opera House, to T. Hill, Esq. [manuscript], 1826 September 21.

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Quotes Shakespeare: "There is a tide in the affairs of men," and writes about a bumper house the theatre will be having that night. He mentions several productions written by himself including Before breakfast, Jonathan in England and Presumption, or the Fate of Frankenstein, that will be performed.

1 leaf ; 24 x 19 cm.

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Lyceum Theatre (London, England)

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