Barry writes to Sowdon in Dublin to inform him that he cannot accept his offer to leave London for the Ireland theatre, as Sowdon cannot equal his current income. He writes to clear up any misunderstanding on his or Mr. Victor's part about the...
Barry writes impassionedly of his efforts to raise funds for the Crow Street Theatre in Dublin and encloses the 200 pounds he has raised so far. The second and third pages of the letter are blank.
Pinero, Arthur Wing, Sir, 1855-1934; Irving, Laurence, 1871-1914; Letters
Writing from London, Irving expresses gratitude for Pinero's praise. [This letter is a possible response to original letter in Pinero box 15, folder 43.]
Pinero, Arthur Wing, Sir, 1855-1934; Letters; Irving, H. B. (Henry Brodribb), 1870-1919
Irving writes from London in appreciation of Pinero's message and their long-standing friendship. The address on the stationery is crossed out. [Possible response to original letter in Pinero box 15, folder 25.]
Archer, writing from London (England,) replies to Martin-Harvey's request for an article on Martin-Harvey's production of "Oedipus." He suggests that he ask another critic more familiar with the production and offers some critiques of it.
Winter writes from Staten Island mourning Henry Irving's death. He includes a personal tribute to Irving he wrote for the New York Tribune. [This letter is a possible response to original letter in William Winter folder, American Theater box 28,...
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...
Archer, William, 1856-1924; Lawrence, William J. (William John), 1862-1940; Letters
Lawrence writes to Archer thanking him for the present and informing him that he is going to re-read Wallace's book and insert in notes. Lawrence mentions Synge's play, "The Playboy," and tells Archer to have a look at Filips von Zesen,...
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.
Barry implores Sowdon for more time to raise funds, as he has only come up with 200 pounds, and writes that plans to come to Sowdon's lodgings the following morning. The third page of the letter is blank.
Barry, Spranger, 1719-1777; Letters; Woffington, Margaret, d. 1760
Barry writes from London to express his confidence and personal support for Sowdon's plan for a Dublin theatre to rival Sheridan's. He suggests raising funds through subscription and mentions several actresses who may be interested in joining the...
Barry writes in distress that he never received the letter mentioned in Sowdon's note and implores Sowdon to meet with him as soon as possible. The second and third pages of the letter are blank, and one corner of the third and fourth pages is torn.
Bartley thanks Westmacott for his kindness in writing after "negligence" on his part and regrets that he cannot accept his invitation. He also mentions his efforts to find the manuscripts of the lectures Westmacott requested. The letter is pasted...
