Autograph letter signed from Lillie Langtry, New York, New York, to Mr. Thomas [manuscript], [1884] March 4.

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Autograph letter signed from Lillie Langtry, New York, New York, to Mr. Thomas [manuscript], [1884] March 4.

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Langtry mentions sending a photograph of herself with this letter; she also discusses how others have remarked that she has grown as an actor over the years (although she claims she still has a lot to learn). Makes mention of her performance as Rosalind at the Imperial Theatre.

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Langtry, Lillie, 1853-1929

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English actress. From the description of Autograph letter signed : the Prince's theatre, Monday. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270597323 Lillie Langtry (1853-1929), an English actress, organized her own company and toured in Europe and the U.S. From the description of Lillie Langtry letters, ca. 1882-1901. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122517528 From the guide to the Lillie Langtry letters to Clement Scott, ca. 1882-1901, (The New York Public Library. ...

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. ...

Thomas, Mr., fl. 1884

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Imperial Theatre (London, England)

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