Autograph letter signed from John Barnes, London, to Robert William Elliston, Theatre Royal Drury Lane [manuscript], 1822 May 23.

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Autograph letter signed from John Barnes, London, to Robert William Elliston, Theatre Royal Drury Lane [manuscript], 1822 May 23.

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Requests an engagement for himself and Mrs. Barnes for the ensuing season at Drury Lane. Addressed from No. 28 Ossulston St. Somers Town.

2 leaves ; 23 x 19 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7575667

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Barnes, John, 1761-1841

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Barnes, Mary, 1780-1864

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Elliston, R. W. (Robert William), 1774-1831

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Elliston was an English actor and theatrical manager, as well as lessee of the Surrey Theatre, London, beginning in 1809. He later served as manager of the Drury Lane Theatre. From the description of Papers, 1792-1826 (inclusive), 1812-1820 (bulk). (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 79392295 English actor. From the description of Autograph letter not signed (retained draft?) : [Bath], to George Colman, [ca. 1803-04?]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 2706141...