Autograph letter signed from W. Warren, Philadelphia, to Francis C. Wemyss, London [manuscript], 1827 July 14.

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Autograph letter signed from W. Warren, Philadelphia, to Francis C. Wemyss, London [manuscript], 1827 July 14.

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Discusses theater business including the lease of the Chatham which will be sold at auction and Wallack engaging with Gilbert for one year. With two small printed clippings; one for a production of King Lear at the Theatres Royal with "W. Warren 1801" handwritten at the top and one clipping for "W. Warren, New Theatre, Philadelphia" with "1796" handwritten at the bottom.

2 leaves ; 26 x 21 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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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. ...

Warren, William, 1767-1832

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Wallack, Henry John, 1790-1870

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Epithet: actor and stage-manager of Covent Garden Theatre British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000751.0x000164 ...

Chatham Theatre (New York, N.Y.)

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Wemyss, Francis Courtney, 1797-1859

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