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The Daily Dispatch: November 24, 1860., [Electronic resource], From Santa Fe (search)
George Christy, the celebrated delineator of the negro character, will give a series of amusing entertainments at Mechanics' Institute Hall, commencing on Monday night. Christy is said to be an host within himself; but aided as he will be by one of the largest companies of musicians and actors now traveling, we have no doubt that his entertainments will be highly attractive. George Christy, the celebrated delineator of the negro character, will give a series of amusing entertainments at Mechanics' Institute Hall, commencing on Monday night. Christy is said to be an host within himself; but aided as he will be by one of the largest companies of musicians and actors now traveling, we have no doubt that his entertainments will be highly attractive.
The Daily Dispatch: November 26, 1860., [Electronic resource], Terrible tragedy. (search)
George Christy, the original, aided by a large number of very fine performer, is to give a grand musical entertainment at Mechanics' Institute Hall this evening. The admirers of "burnt cork opera," as well as others who are fond of good music, and can appreciate a hearty laugh, will be sure to attend.
The Daily Dispatch: November 27, 1860., [Electronic resource], The Kansas Difficulties. (search)
Christy's Minstrels. --This excellent company commenced their series of performances at the Mechanics' Institute last night, under the most favorable an spices. The entertainment fully came up to the expectations of the public, which had been considerably excited by the previous announcements. Their instrumental and vocal music is No. 1, and the burlesques are of the most mirth provoking sort. For to night they offer a capital programme, which will attract a large audience.
The Daily Dispatch: November 28, 1860., [Electronic resource], Religious movement. (search)
Christy's Minstrels. --We generally attend Ethiopian Concerts for the purpose of enjoying a hearty laugh, and we have certainly had that this week, at Mechanics' Hall; but we had the pleasure, moreover, of listening to some of the most exquisite instrumental music we ever heard. Their combination of instruments, in the hands of skillful players, produces harmony that delights the ear, and the flute, harp, cornet and violin solos are equally good. Christy is an excellent performer, and hEthiopian Concerts for the purpose of enjoying a hearty laugh, and we have certainly had that this week, at Mechanics' Hall; but we had the pleasure, moreover, of listening to some of the most exquisite instrumental music we ever heard. Their combination of instruments, in the hands of skillful players, produces harmony that delights the ear, and the flute, harp, cornet and violin solos are equally good. Christy is an excellent performer, and he has associated with him a first-rate company.
The Daily Dispatch: November 29, 1860., [Electronic resource], The Storm on Lake Erie. (search)
Christy's Minstrels give another of their musical and mirthful entertainments at Mechanics' Institute to-night. They have been doing a fine business thus far.
The Daily Dispatch: November 30, 1860., [Electronic resource], Italy. (search)
The Minstrels. --Geo. Christy and his troupe continue to give their amusing entertainments at the Mechanics' Institute. The harp, flute, cornet, violin, banjo, and tambourine, with the other instruments of the company, make delightful music, and the songs and burlesques are capital.
The Daily Dispatch: November 23, 1860., [Electronic resource], article 21 (search)
George Christy's Minstrels are advertised to perform at Mechanics' Hall next Monday night.