The Vault at Pfaff's

An Archive of Art and Literature by the Bohemians of Antebellum New York

Dramatic Feuilleton

Personne [Wilkins, Edward G. P.]. "Dramatic Feuilleton." New-York Saturday Press, May 12, 1860, 3.
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Type
newspaper
Genre
theater criticism
Abstract

Personne writes about the upcoming performance of Tom Taylor's The Overland Route, starring actors from Laura Keene's and Wallack's Theatres. Personne gives a history and summary of the play. Personne discusses rumors of Laura Keene's retirement from the New York stage and argues that her retirement would have a negative impact on the theatrical community. Personne reviews Irish vocalist Gustavus Geary and discusses and reviews this week's opera. Personne announces a two-week absence, claiming that he is "heart-broken" as he is "about to commit moral suicide" by "doing Peoria."

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Brougham, John [pages: 3]

Personne reports what role Brougham will play in The Overland Route (3).

Jefferson, Joseph [pages: 3]

Personne mentions that Jefferson will soon be taking over Keene's theater for the summer (3).

Strakosch, Maurice and Max (brothers) [pages: 3]

Personne mentions a Straksoch, but it is unclear who he is referring to (3).

Wilkins, Edward (Ned)
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