Autograph letter signed from Benjamin Webster to Miss Oliver [manuscript], 19th century October 30.

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Autograph letter signed from Benjamin Webster to Miss Oliver [manuscript], 19th century October 30.

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Webster states he cannot grant permission to perform "The Swiss family."

2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Webster, Benjamin, 1797-1882

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Benjamin Webster (1797-1882) was an actor, playwright, and theatre manager. Born in Bath, his father was a dancing and fencing master; Webster attended military school, but avoided a proferred commission by running away to become an actor. He eventually reached the stage as a popular actor, dancer, pantomimist, and violinist. He also built and managed the Adelphi Theatre, managed the Haymarket, Olympic, Princess's, St. James, and London Theatres. Webster additionally wrote or adapted numerous pl...

Oliver, Miss, 19th cent.

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