Though much of her early life, including her real name and exact date of birth, remains in shadow, Laura Keene is thought to have come from a well-to-do background.
Personne discusses Tom Taylor's most recent trip to Paris and Laura Keene's "affection" for him. Personne reviews The House; or, The Home at Keene's and also mentions that Mark Smith is one of the new additions to her company this season. Personne also gives the opera news and announces that it appears that there will not be a "tragedy company" in town this season. Personne remarks on the current production of Geraldine at Wallack's, the Ravels at Niblo's, and the new developments at the Metropolitan and the Times.
Personne discusses Keene's "affection" for Tom Taylor. Personne reviews her performance in The House; or, The Home (2).
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Though much of her early life, including her real name and exact date of birth, remains in shadow, Laura Keene is thought to have come from a well-to-do background.
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