Promptbooks for productions of Shakespeare's King Henry the Eighth, 1811-1882.

Bassett, Russell, d. 1918.

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Spooner, William B.

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Howe, John, fl 1850.

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Burton, William E. (William Evans), 1802-1860

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Epithet: actor and dramatist British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000750.0x00036d William E. Burton was born in London, where his father was a printer; he was interested in writing, publishing, and acting. In 1834 he moved to Philadelphia, where he founded and edited A Gentlemen's Magazine, a successful literary miscellany. Quarrels with co-editor Edgar Allan Poe led to Poe's being fired, and Burton sold the magazin...

Bresn, Louis.

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Johnson, G. W.

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Park Theatre (New York, N.Y. : Park Row)

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Theatre Royal (Manchester, England)

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Lander, J. M. (Jean Margaret), 1829-1903

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Jean Margaret Davenport Lander was a well-known 19th century actress. Born in England, she made her home in Washington, D.C., following her marriage to Fredrick W. Lander in 1860. She performed in plays in both the United States and Europe. From the description of Jean W. Lander collection, 1880s-1890s. (George Mason University). WorldCat record id: 748832330 ...

Cooke, George Frederick, 1756-1812

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English actor. From the description of Autograph letter signed : [New York], to J.H. Payne, [1811] Mar. 5. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270525373 Epithet: actor British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000445.0x000101 ...

Dyas, Edward, 1815-1877.

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Boston Theatre (Washington Street, Boston, Mass.)

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The Boston Theatre on Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts, opened 11 September 1854 and was the second Boston Theatre in this location, rebuilt after the first structure was razed in 1852. The playhouse was designed by Edward and James Cabot and Jonathan Preston from plans by Henri Noury and it seated 3000. From the guide to the Boston Theatre (Washington Street, Boston, Mass.) orchestra music, ca. 1860-1900., (Harvard Theatre Collection, Houghton Library, Harvard College Libr...

Chippendale, Frederick, d.1903.

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Janauschek, Fanny 1829-1904

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Melville, C. P. (Charles Peter), 1951-

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Cooper, Thomas Abthorpe, 1776-1849

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Thomas Cooper (1771-1843) was born in Henry County, Virginia, the son of Captain Thomas and Sarah Anthony Cooper. He married Judith Harvey in Hancock County, Georgia, in 1797. In 1805, Cooper moved to Putnam County, Georgia. He died on July 5, 1843 and was buried in the Old Union Church Cemetery in Eatonton, Georgia. Thomas Cooper's daughter, Emily, married a Dr. Brahnam; the couple lived in Columbus, Georgia. From the description of Thomas Cooper letter, 1832. (Georgia Historical So...

Taylor, James H. (James Hughes), 1825-1897.

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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. ...

Covent Garden Theatre

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Thomas Harris, John Philip Kemble and others proprietors of the New Theatre Royal called Covent Garden Theatre. From the description of Grant for 85 years from Covent Garden Theatre to George Raikes of Cornhill, Esq. [manuscript], 1809 September 18. (Folger Shakespeare Library). WorldCat record id: 281643481 The Covent Garden Theatre was built by John Rich in London in 1732. Also known as the Royal Opera House. From the description of Documents concerning finance...

Simon, F. E.

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Barry, Thomas, 1798-1876.

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