James Roberts portrait drawings of English actors and actresses, [before 1809].

Davies, Cecilia, 1756 or 1757-1836

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Pope, Jane, 1742-1818

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Actress Jane Pope was born and raised in the Covent Garden area of London, and began acting as a child. She joined Garrick's Company at the Drury Lane theatre, succeeding her friend, the celebrated Kitty Clive, in character roles, chiefly in low comedy. Aside from a brief contract dispute, she remained with Garrick's company throughout her long career, and made a successful transition from youthful parts to mature roles. She was noted for her dry humor, wry voice, and scandal-free private life. ...

Roberts, James, 1753-approximately 1809

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James Roberts was an English artist. From the description of James Roberts portrait drawings of English actors and actresses, [before 1809]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 612799166 From the guide to the James Roberts portrait drawings of English actors and actresses, before 1809., (Harvard Theatre Collection, Houghton Library, Harvard College Library, Harvard University) ...

Smith, William, 1730-1819

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William Smith, known as "Gentleman" Smith, was a popular actor in London from 1753 to 1788, first at Covent Garden, and after 1774 at Drury Lane under Garrick and his successors. His first marriage, to Elizabeth Montagu, sister of the Earl of Sandwich, caused some scandal. From the description of William Smith papers, 1760-1823. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 78013916 From the description of William Smith papers, 1760-1823. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702147472 E...