Writing on St. James Hotel stationery, Booth apologizes for his late reply and thanks Boughton for her praise of his work at the Princess's Theatre. He regrets that he is too busy with his engagement at the Lyceum to see her husband, George...
Play-bill for the one performance of "The First Franciscans" by Poel in celebration of the seventh Franciscan centenary. There is a description of the play, some quotes about St. Francis of Assisi, and information about where to purchase tickets.
Poel's written extracts of private letters received in praise of his play, "The First Franciscans," about the life of Sir Francis. There is also a review clipped from the Manchester Guardian. [These extracts may be the enclosures referred to in...
Poel, William, 1852-1934; Independent Theatre Society; Grein, J. T. (James Thomas), 1862-1935; New Shakspere Society (Great Britain); Webster, John, 1580?-1625? Duchess of Malfi
Playbill for Webster's tragedy "The Duchess of Malfi," directed by Grein and re-arranged for the modern stage by Poel. The playbill lists the acts, the actors, the various people working behind the scenes, and also includes a small description of...
Playbill for Shakespeare's play, "The merchant of Venice," being performed at St. George's Hall, London. The playbill contains the names of the actors and characters, two reviews, as well as part of a paper on the play's dramatic treatment on...
Jesus Christ Iconography; Mercers' Company (London, England); Stone carving
Pages appear to be torn from a book. The article discusses the archeological find of an early Renaissance figure of Christ in Mercers' Chapel in London and speculates about its historical significance.
Archer, William, 1856-1924; Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Brooke, Tucker, 1883-1946; Letters
Lawrence writes to Archer about C.T. Tucker Brook's review of his two books and then goes on to talk about a french treatise for a doctorate he is reading.
Booth writes from Piccadilly to thank Boughton for his praise in light of recent critical comments and to express chagrin at Boughton's dislike of his costume.
Sarah Siddons writes from Leicester Fields to Mr. Craddock in third person informing him that she cannot receive him but will accept messages for her brother. The letter contains a seal. The page 4 scan was rotated 90 degrees clockwise and is a...
Sarah M. Siddons, daughter of Sarah Siddons, writes Harriet Siddons, wife of Henry Siddons, and daughter-in-law of Mrs. Sarah Siddons, a familiar family letter. Page 4 is a self-cover and its scan was rotated 90 degrees clockwise. The pages are...
Andrew Combe, M.D., a physiologist and phrenologist, writes Mrs. Henry Siddons, daughter-in-law of Mrs. Sarah Siddons, introducing a shipboard surgeon and speaks of his brother's winning argument with a clergyman. Page 4 is a self-cover.
Lucretia Mott writes to George and Cecilia Combe inviting them to the African Episcopal Church. The letter contains an embossing and a partial seal. Page 4 is a self-cover with a partial seal.
Bishop, Henry R. (Henry Rowley), Sir, 1786-1855; Kemble, Charles, 1775-1854; Covent Garden Theatre; Payne, John Howard, 1791-1852; Letters
The composer, Sir Henry Rowley Bishop, writes Charles Kemble saying he is forwarding a package from John Howard Payne and asks for reimbursement. In the postscript, Bishop asks Kemble if he has written Payne regarding his melodrama and other...
Kemble, Marie Thérèse, 1774-1838; Acting; Plays; Theatre Royal, Norwich; Letters
Marie Thérèse Kemble, wife of Charles Kemble, writes to John Smith of Norwich Theatre, discussing arrangements for her performances and housing. She submits a list of plays and farces for his choosing. The page 4 scan was rotated 90 degrees...
Charles Kemble writes Horace Twiss (Nol) saying that Mrs. C. Kemble hopes to see him on her return and recommends that Twiss call and inquire after Kemble's mother. The letter contains notations by a second hand. Page 3 contains remnants of a...
Fanny Butler writes Naly saying that her father is in pain and that he might have to have an operation. Butler adds that she and her children are also ill.
Fanny Kemble writes from South Kensington to an unnamed friend saying that she is looking forward to receiving a book and owes much to her friend's help. Kemble mentions Sarah and Fanny Leigh, and speaks of her health at the age of 78. The...
J. P. Kemble writes Woodfall about the disapproving behavior of George Colman, the Younger, at Kemble's farce production. Kemble recounts his own favors to Colman and Colman's father, and his disappointment at Colman's unnecessary actions. The...
