Promptbook prepared by Louis R. Grisel for J.H. McVicker, director [manuscript], 1889.

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Promptbook prepared by Louis R. Grisel for J.H. McVicker, director [manuscript], 1889.

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Abridged from the original, adapted for the stage in four acts and produced, for the first time in Chicago, at McVicker's Theatre, June, 1889, under the personal direction of J. H. McVicker. Acting version. Includes printed cast list, as well as stage directions, costumes, lighting and times of production. In manuscript on title page: "arranged for J. H. McVicker by Louis R. Grisel, 8/3/89."

42 leaves ; 28 x 22 cm.

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Grisel, Louis Racine, 1849-1928

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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. ...