Parts (fragment) for the roles of Dennis in As you like it and Essex in King John [manuscript], 19th century?

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Parts (fragment) for the roles of Dennis in As you like it and Essex in King John [manuscript], 19th century?

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/610594164

A few lines of dialogue from Act 1, scene 1 from both As you like it and King John. Both bear the signature of Mr. (George?) Ellis on the back.

2 items ; 21 x 17 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7792097

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Geoffrey fitz Peter, Earl of Essex, approximately 1162-1213

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Ellis, George Cressall, 1809-1875

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George Cressall Ellis was an English actor, prompter, stage manager, and stage director. He worked at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane (London), as well as many other theaters. From the description of George Cressall Ellis promptbook for Beaux' stratagem, 1867. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 701616961 ...

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. ...