Autobiographical notes on Samuel Phelps [manuscript], 19th century.

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Autobiographical notes on Samuel Phelps [manuscript], 19th century.

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Consists of information on Phelps's acting career in his own hand. A photograph of Phelps is attatched to the second leaf. Undated.

2 leaves ; 18 x 11 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Phelps, Samuel, 1804-1878

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Actor and theatrical manager. From the description of Signature of Samuel Phelps, 1875. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 79453243 Phelps, a noted tragedian, took over the management of Sadler's Wells Theatre, London, in 1843, and presented a series of major Shakespearean revivals. His productions were notable for their pageantry as well as for Phelps' efforts to restore the Shakespearean text. From the guide to the Papers, 1835-1886 (inclusive), 1843-1871 (bulk)., ...