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The Daily Dispatch: November 26, 1860., [Electronic resource], To Charleston. (search)
production of these fine old comedies to the performance of which the talents of both father and daughter are so admirably suited. To night the service commences with "London Assurance " The cast is one of unusual strength for this city, and to prove it we may mention the distribution of characters: Dezzel, Mr. Richings; Lady Gay Spanker, Miss Richings; Sir Harcourt Courtly. Mr. Balley; Grace Harkaway. Mrs. I B. Phillips; Charles County, Mr. Howe; Dolly Spanker, Mr. Phillips; and Meddle, Mr. Lamb. It is doubtful whether, in any of the Northern Theatres, the same piece could be played with a before cast, taking all the characters together. The "mounting" of the piece will be equal to the cast; for it has never been produced here that the excellent taste of Mr. Moxley has not found some new point to which an improvement might be added. These standard comedies always command refined audiences here, and we suppose to-night may be set down as "fashionable" night, as, indeed, may be al
The Daily Dispatch: January 26, 1861., [Electronic resource], James Lyons, Esq., a candidate for the Convention for Henrico County. (search)
as exerted himself to the utmost, and by long and persevering labor has succeeded in completing a series of scenes of wonderful beauty. The author of the play is Mr. Burdett Howe, whose merits as an actor we have often alluded to, and who is deservedly popular with the public. It is stated by those who have witnessed its rehearsal, that the piece exhibits much literary ability. In its representation, a good deal of the supernatural is resorted to, and as it progresses, the beholder is astonished and bewildered by those strange mechanical effects which contribute to make up a gorgeous dramatic spectacle. The principal parts will be sustained by Messrs. Howe, Bailey, Meldrum, Lamb, Warwick, Phillips, Meer, and others, Mrs. Phillips, Mrs. De Bar, Misses Newton and Hartington; while a large number of auxiliaries are employed, and nothing has been neglected in the minuteæ of the piece.-- "The Necromancer" will be played to-night for the first time. We hope the house will be thronged.
The Daily Dispatch: March 11, 1861., [Electronic resource], Affairs at the South. (search)
Moxley as "Aunt Chloe." This is an assurance that the play will be well performed; but in addition, the general cast of characters has been judiciously made, including Mrs. Phillips, Mrs. De Bar, Miss Ida Vernon, Messrs. Meldrum, Bailey, Warwick, &c. The incidents of this play are irresistibly humorous, and it is admitted everywhere to be the best portrayal of American peculiarities ever placed upon the stage. It has been for some time in preparation at our Theatre, and its production will be distinguished by all the merit of stage and scenic effect in the ample resources of the establishment. We well remember the enjoyment the comedy of "Self" imparted to our citizens four winters ago, and we anticipate a renewal of the pleasure on this occasion. We therefore have no hesitation in advising our readers to go and see it. A visit "will pay."--The performance will conclude with the amusing farce of "A Conjugal Lesson," with Mr. Lamb and Miss Sallie Partington as the hero and heroine.
The Daily Dispatch: February 6, 1861., [Electronic resource], Murder of an American. (search)
Mr. Warwick's Benefit. --The "Necromancer" will be played to-night, for the benefit of Mr. Warwick, an actor who has made many friends during the present season. We hope they will encourage his efforts by giving him a substantial testimonial of their regard. The "tragedy" of Richard III. will also be performed, with Lamb as Richard, and Bailey as Richmond. Such a programme ought to attract a full house.