2- ■ ' 1 CORNELL UNIVERSITY LIBRARX, , J ENGLISH COLLECTION THE GIFT OF JAMES MOI^GAN HART PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH ^.?.^5\^^ DATE DUE t^' ^'"''iSSi'inliiuHiiaSFffi'Jil.S' English theat olin 3 1924 029 564 659 Cornell University Library The original of this book is in the Cornell University Library. There are no known copyright restrictions in the United States on the use of the text. http://www.archive.org/cletails/cu31924029564659 Bibliographical Account OF ENGLISH THEATRICAL LITERATURE. PUBLISHER'S NOTE. Three hundred and fifty copies printed for England, and one hundred and fifty for America. Each numbered. Nc.^hl. Bibliographical Account OF English Theatrical Literature FROM THE EARLIEST TIMES TO THE PRESENT DAY BY ROBERT W. LOWE LONDON JOHN C, NIMMO 14, KING WILLIAM STREET, STRAND Q^_ MDCCCLXXXVIII BALLANTYNE, HANSON AND CO. EDINBURGH AND LONDON I DEDICATE THIS BOOK TO HENRY IRVING, WHOSE GENIUS AND ACHIEVEMENTS HAVE SO POWERFULLY PROMOTED THAT REVIVAL OE INTEREST IN MATTERS DRAMATIC TO WHICH IT OWES ITS EXISTENCE. PEEFACE. I HAVE not given the title of " Bibliography " to this work, because it is at once something less, and something more, than a Bibliography. Scientific bibliographers will find it irregular in form : in essentials, it contains, I believe, much that, in a Bibliography, would be looked for in vain. My primary object has been to produce a handbook for the literary worker; and, with that end in view, I have subordinated strict form to practical convenience. But this can in no way lessen its usefulness as a guide for the collector or biblio- grapher, and may even to some extent increase it. My principle of arrangement has been to give the full description of each book under the subject-heading ; but copious cross references will be found under names of authors, &c. In a few cases, in which the author is much more important than the subject, I have exercised my discretion in the arrangement. But in every instance the cross references are given, and I hope that these are so full as to enable any one, having even the slightest acquaintance with the subject of a book, to discover it at once. As its title states, this work deals with Theatrical Literature : the wider field of Dramatic Literature being touched upon only when iu direct connection with theatres or actors. Thus the mass of critical and speculative Shakespearean Literature is excluded ; and plays find no place in my scheme except where there is published with them historical or critical matter. I have placed this limitation on the scope of my work because Shakespearean Literature has already been fully catalogued, and because a new list of plays would be largely a reproduction of the "Biographia Dramatica." PEEFACE. For the benefit of collectors I give prices wHcli books have brought at recent sales; but I have been unable to make this portion of my work as full as I should wish, owing to the dearth of sales of any note. However, a good idea may be formed of the increase in the value of theatrical books by comparing the prices at Mr. Lacy's sale with those at Mr. Herman's ; though I must point out that the high prices at the latter were to some degree attributable to the beautiful condition of all Mr. Herman's books. Works which have come into my hands too late for insertion in their proper places will be found in a short Supplement ; and to minimise the trouble of consulting two lists, I have placed immediately after this Preface an Index to the headings in the Supplement ; giving, in cases where headings occur both in the body of the work and in the Supplement, references to both. I give also a Supplementary List of initials and of such pseudonyms as are not, in my opinion, of use for purposes of identifica- tion, with which I have, therefore, not encumbered my main list. Of the defects and shortcomings of my work I am acutely conscious; but I hope I may, without vain-gloriousness, claim that I have made an honest attempt to bring under cultivation a hitherto untouched field. I have examined the vast majority of the works I describe, and have made myself acquainted with their contents, as well as their title-pages. This has been the occupa- tion of my leisure hours for the last eight years, and has been a labour of love. Whatever may be the result of my work, I shall always be glad that I have undertaken it, if only because of the friendships I have made through its influence, and the kindnesses it has procured me. For many of these benefits I can return only general acknowledgment ; but to some gentlemen I owe a debt for which general acknowledgments would be absurdly inade- quate. To Mr. John Mansfield Mackenzie, member of the Society of Writers to the Signet, in Edinburgh, I am indebted for most PEEFACE. ix valuable aid. His magnificent theatrical library, one of the finest in the world, was freely placed at my disposal ; and most collectors would be surprised to learn how many of the rarest books in my list were seen by me in his collection. Mr. Mac- kenzie is a reader as well as a collector of books, and he com- municated to me much curious and valuable information. Mr. Alexander B. Burnett, of Edinburgh, has laid me under obliga- tions which will be appreciated by every one who notices how frequently I have occasion to quote his opinions and words in my notes. He has grudged no labour to help me in my difficulties, and has aided me with information and advice of the utmost value. He too placed his extensive library at my disposal. Of all the friends whom I have made by means of this book, no one has been kinder than Mr. Joseph Knight. He has given me the unrestricted command of his grand library, rich in so many different classes of literature ; he has communicated to me freely information from his own unequalled stores of knowledge regarding the theatre and its belongings ; he has given me many valuable introductions ; and, above all, he has favoured me with constant advice and encouragement. I take genuine pleasure in recording how deeply I feel myself his debtor. I have to thank my friend, Mr. Edward Eimbault Dibdin, of Liverpool, for the list of Liverpool pubUcations given in my Supplement. To Mr. Henry Herman, the dramatist and noted col- lector, I owe thanks for many kindnesses. Mr. Eichard Cameron, of Edinburgh, the well-known bookseller, allowed me, during my residence there, to examine every theatrical book which passed through his hands, and I owe him sincere thanks. His son also^ did me many favours. I must also thank Messrs. Robson & Kerslake, of Coventry Street, and Mr. Bertram Dobell, of Charing Cross Road, for their courtesy in replying to my inquiries. It would be unpardonable in me to omit to record my appre- ciation of the unfailing courtesy and attention I have received from the officials of the Advocates' Library, in Edinburgh, and the British Museum. To Mr. John P. Anderson, of the latter PEEFACE. himself a distinguished bibliographer, I owe special thanks. I would also acknowledge my indebtedness for some titles to that model catalogue, Mr. J. D. Mullins's Catalogue of the Shakespeare Memorial Library, Birmingham, the accuracy of which is beyond all praise. I shall esteem it a great favour if those who are able to correct or supplement the information contained in this work, will kindly communicate with me. All such communications I shall gratefully receive and acknowledge. EGBERT W. LOWE. Halden Villa, Paek Villas, West Nobwood, S.E. 23d September 1887. INDEX TO HEADINGS IN SUPPLEMENT. Alleyn, Edward (see also page 6) Amphi Aeuus Bellchambbrs, Edmund Burn, J. H. . Carson, Charles L. Censor (see also page 42) Clarion . Columbine . correotor CoTioN, William, F.S.A. Coventry (see also page 76) Curtain (see also page 80) Donne, William Bodham Dramatic (see also page 92) EXBTEB . .... Hanlet, Peter .... Hbnslowe, Philip . Hollingshead, John . HUDDART, — Kban, Edmund (see also page 198) Kennard, Mrs. A. . . . Liverpool (see also page 217) London (see also page 219) Manchester (see also page 229) . Murphy, Arthur (see also page 246) Palmer, Edwin P. . . . Prompter (see also page 271) Sumbel, Mrs. PAGE 373 373 373 373 373 374 374 374 374 374 374 374 374 374 374 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 376 377 378 378 378 378 378 Note. — I have marked with an asterisk those titles which have been taken from other sources than the books themselves. A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF ENGLISH THEATRICAL LITERATUEE. ABERDEEN THEATRE. A Scotch play-house. Aberdeen. 1878. [See Angcs, J. Keith.] ACTING. An essay on the art of acting ; in three epistles. Epistle I. London : 18 19. 8vo.* An essay on the science of acting. By a veteran stager. Lon- don. 1828. i2mo. With portrait of Shakspeare. ACTOR. The actors remonstrance, or complaint : for the silencing of their profession, and banishment from their severall play-houses. In which is fully set downe their grievances, for their restraint ; especially since stage-playes, only of all publike recreations are prohibited ; the exercise at the Beares CoUedge, and the motions of puppets being still in force and vigour. As it was presented in the names and behalfes of all our London comedians to the great God Phoebus- Apollo, and the nine Heliconian Sisters, on the top of Pemassus, by one of the Masters of Requests to the Muses, for this present month. And published by their command in print by the Typograph Royall of the Castalian Province.- 1643. London, Printed for Edw. Nickson. lanuar. 24. 1643. 4to. pp. 8 including title. Reprinted by W. C. Hazlitt (Roxburghe Library), 4to. 1869 : among E. W. Ashbee's Paosimile Reprints, 4to. 1869 : and in Hindley's Old Book Collector's Miscellany, 8vo. 1873. A great rarity. A 2 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The actor: a treatise on the art of playing. Interspersed with theatrical anecdotes, critical remarks on plays, and occa- sional observations on audiences. London (Griffiths). 1750- The actor : or, a treatise on the art of playing. A new work, written by the author of the former, and adapted to the present state of the theatres. Containing impartial observations on the performance, manner, perfections, and defects of Mr. Garriek, Mr. Barry, Mr. Woodward, Mr. Foot, Mr. Havard, Mr. Palmer, Mr. Eyan, Mr. Berry, &c Mrs. Cibber, Mrs. Pritchard, Miss Nossiter, Mrs. Gregory, Mrs. Woffington, Mrs. Olive, Mrs. Green, Miss Bellamy, &c. in their several capital parts. London. 1755. i2mo. Probably by Siy John Hill. h, Lowndes Says — "A very sensible performance, written by Aaron Hill." I But, as Aaron Hill died February 8, 1749-50, and, as the 2nd vol. of i ' The actor ' treats of theatrical incidents after that date, this must be an error. *^ An answer to some strictures on the profession of an actor, published in the Morning Post, on the 19th August, by a gentle- man under the signature of Crito: London 1805. i2mo. 6d.* Crito protests, among other things, against actors' assuming the title of "gentleman," and against their obtruding their private disputes on the public. His letter is reprinted in this pamphlet. Defence of the profession of an actor; being an historical detail and view of the honors bestowed upon actors and actresses from the remotest period to the decline of the professional char- acter in England. London : 18 10. 8vo.* AcTOES and editors, a poem. By an Undergraduate. London : 181 7. 8vo.* The actor's budget. 1820. [See Oxbebrt, William.] The actor ; or, guide to the stage ; exemplifying the whole art of acting : in which the dramatic passions are defined, analyzed, and made easy of acquirement. The whole interspersed with select and striking examples • from the most popular modern pieces. London: 1821. i2mo. is. 6d. Published by Lowndes. In the Preface it is stated to be a reproduction in small compass of Aaron Hill's celebrated Essay on the Histrionic Art. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. Observations on raising Subscriptions for the families of deceased actors. London : 1822. 8vo.* AoTOES by daylight; or pencillings in the pit. Containing correct memoirs of upwards of forty of the most celebrated London performers; original tales, poetry, and criticisms: the whole forming a faithful account of the London stage for the last twelve months. London, n. d. (1838). 8vo. Portraits. The first volume, of which this is the title-page, consists of forty-three weekly numbers ; No. i, March 3, 1838 ; No. 43, December 22, 1838. The price, to No. 43, was id., No. 43 is priced 2d. A second volume was published, with the following title-page — AcTOBS by daylight ; and miscellany of the drama, music, and literature. Containing correct memoirs of the most celebrated London performers original tales, poetry, and criticisms. London, n. d. (1839). 8vo. Portraits. Twelve numbers, the publication being stopped by the illness of the editor. The last number is 55, March 16, 1839. At No. 52, the price was reduced to id. Lacy, i.^s. -. AoTOES by gaslight, or "Boz " in the boxes. (No title-page.) 1838. 8vo. Portraits.* Weekly (price id.), with a portrait in each number. No. i, 21st April 1838 ; No. 37, 29th December 1838. It is announced, in No. 37, that the publication will cease. AcTOKS and actresses of Great Britain and the United States from the days of David Garrick to the present time. Edited by Brander Matthews and Laurence Hutton. New York : n. d. (1886). S vols. 8vo. Although this work is issued in America I think it better to mention it, as an English edition will, I believe, be published shortly. ACTEBSSES. Our actresses ; or, glances at stage favourites, past and pre- sent. By Mrs. C. Baeon-Wilson (q.v.). 1844. ADDISON, Joseph [1672-1719]. Addison's famous tragedy of "Cato" was produced at Drury Lane, 14th April 1713. It owed its phenomenal success at the time less to its intrinsic merits than to party feeling. Gibber gives an account of the Euoeeas of the play. It gave rise to numerous pamphlets. A COMPARISON between Cato and Csesar. By Mr. Steele (q.v.). Remarks upon Cato, a tragedy. By Mr. Dennis. London (Lintott): 17 13. 4to. is. An acute, though bitter, piece of criticism. Dr. Johnson quotes from A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF it largely in his Life of Addison Tor Pope's attack on Dennis in con- nection with this criticism, see Dennis, John. The life and character of Marcus Fortius Cato TJticensis : collected from Plutarch in the Greek, and from Lucan, Salust, Lucius Plorus, and other authors in the Latin tongue. Design'd for the readers of Cato, a tragedy. London (Lintott) : 1713- 4to. 6d. By Lewis Theobald. Second edition, with large additions. 1713. 4to. Obseevations upon Cato, a tragedy. By Mr. Addison. In a letter to * * * London (Baldwin) : 17 13. 4*°. 6d. Cato examin'd : or, animadversions on the fable or plot, manners, sentiments, and diction of the new tragedy of Cato. With a comparison of the characters of the dramatical and historical hero. Necessary for the perusal of not only the readers of Cato, but of all other tragedies. Dedicated to Joseph Addison, Esq. London (Pemberton) : 17 13. 4to. The unfortunate general : or, the history of the life and character of Cato. Together with a key, or explanation of the New-Play, call'd Cato, a tragedy. London (Midwinter) : n. d. (17 1 3). 8vo. 2d. Me. Addison tum'd Tory : or, The Scene Inverted : wherein it is made appear that the Whigs have misunderstood that celebrated author in his applauded Tragedy, call'd Cato, and that the Duke of M 's character, iu endeavouring to be a General for Life bears a much greater resemblance to that' of Csesar and Syphax, than the heroe of his play. To which are added some cursory remarks upon the play itself. By a gentleman of Oxford. London (Baker) : 1713. 4to. Pp. 23 including title. 6d. A VINDICATION of the English stage, exemplified in the Cato of Mr. Addison. 17 16. [See Sewell, William.] Cato of TJtica. A tragedy. Translated from the French of Mr. des Champs, into blank Yerse. To which is added, a parallel betwixt this piece and the tragedy of Cato written by Mr. Addison. London (Morphew) : 1 7 1 6. 1 2mo. The Drummer; or, the Haunted- House. A comedy. As it is acted at the Theatre-Eoyal in Drury-Lane, by His Majesty's Servants. London (Tonson) : 17 16. 4to. The second edition — London: 1722, 4to. — has a "Preface by Sir Richard Steele, occasioned by Mr. Tickell's Preface to Addison's Miscel- lanies." In this Steele declared that Addison was the author. THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. Mr. Congreve's last will and testament, with characters of his writings. By Mr. Addison &c. 1729. [See CoN- GREVB, WilliaiQ.] ADBLPHI THEATRE, EDINBURGH. Plays and players at the Edinburgh Adelphi Theatre. 1834. [See Edinburgh.] CoRRHSPONDBNCB anent the Adelphi Theatre, Edinburgh. 1850. [Ibid.] ADOLPHUS, John. Memoirs of John Bannister (q.v.). 1839. AKERBT, George. The life of Mr. James Spiller (q.v.). 1729.^"^^ ALDRIDGE, P. W. Keene. Critique on the performance of Othello by F. W. Keene Aldridge, the African Roscius. Scarborough: 1831. 12 mo. Only thirty copies of this tract, which is, I presume, by J. Cole of Soar- borough, are said to have been printed. ALDRIDGE, Ira [1804-1867]. Memoir and theatrical career of Ira Aldridge, the African Roscius. London, n. d. (1849 or -50). 8vo. Portrait. 6d. I can only suppose that F. W. Keene Aldridge and Ira Aldridge are the same person. Ira Aldridge was a genuine negro, who was educated in America for the Church, but took to the stage. He made his first appearance in this country in 1826, at the Royalty in the East-End, as Othello. He then went to the Coburg, playing Oroonoko, Gambia, &c., with great success. He was very successful in the Provinces, and in 1833 appeared at Covent Garden as Othello. He died at Lodez, in Poland, August 7, 1867, aged 63. ALEXANDER, John Henry [1796-1851]. Familiarly known as "Alec," Mr. Alexander was one of the most amusing of characters. He was the manager of the Carlisle and Dumfries theatres ; became manager of minor theatres in Glasgow and Edinburgh ; and in 1829 purchased the Glasgow patent, which he made a paying speculation, ffumberless anecdotes of his oddities are told. A PLAIN statement of facts, by Mr. Alexander, late of the Theatre-Royal, Edinburgh., [Edinburgh, 1821.] 10 pp. 8vo. No title. Dated " Edin. 7th May 1821," Gives an account of differences between Alexander and Murray, the manager of the Theatre Boyal, Edinburgh. 6 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUJSTT OF Persecution and oppression. No. i. Account of the proceed- ings and prosecution against John Henry Alexander, manager of the Caledonian Theatres of Glasgow and Edinburgh, instituted by Francis Seymour, designating himself manager of the Theatre Royal, Glasgow, as a common informer on an old act passed in the reign of Queen Anne, and amended by the i oth Geo. II. so far as relates to " Common players of interludes, rogues, vaga- bonds, and sturdy beggars,'' &c. Glasgow. 1828. i2mo. An appeal by Alexander against the legal proceedings against him by the then patentee of the Theatre Royal. He is very impressive in his denunciations of tyranny, &c., but, when he himself became patentee, he was a most vigorous assertor of his rights. Letter to the Lord Provost, &c. of Glasgow, on the present state of the Theatre Royal. By Walter Dennistoun. 1835. [See Glasgow.] An attack on Alexander. A LECTURE on the mischievous effects of theatrical monopolies. By George Gray (q.v.). 1835. Has special reference to Alexander. To the public. Glasgow : n. d. [See Hardy, Robert Burns.] Reply to Alexander's second appeal to the public. By R. B. Hardy. These two productions relate to Alexander's alleged harsh treatment of a poor showman, for infringing his patent. Review of the late correspondence between Mr. John Henry Alexander, manager and proprietor of the Glasgow Theatre, and Mr. Lloyd, of the Theatre-Royal, Edinburgh. [Glasgow. 1843.] 8vo. pp. 1 6. No title-page. Lloyd, with the Edinburgh Company, played for seven nights in Glasgow, with great success. He wished to play for two nights longer, but Alexander refused, from jealousy, it was said, to allow him. On this refusal severe comments were made by the newspapers, and this corre- spondence took place. ALG-AROTTI, Count. An essay on the opera. Written in Italian by Count AJgarotti, F.R.S. F.S.A. &c. Glasgow. 1768. i2mo. ALLBYN, Edward [1566-1626]. This contemporary of Shakespeare is one of the -most famous actors in -H.nglish stage history: his reputation as a player being of the highest order. He is no less famous as the Founder of Dulwioh College. The life and death of David Garrick Esq To which THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. is added, the life of Edward Alleyn. London: 1779. [See Garbiok, David.] Memoirs of Edward Alleyn, founder of Dulwich College: including some new particulars respecting Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, Massinger, Marston, Dekker, &c. By J. Payne Collier, Esq., P.S.A. London (Shakespeare Society) : 1841. 8vo. The Alleyn Papers. A collection of original documents illus- trative of the life and times of Edward Alleyn, and of the early English stage and drama. "With an introduction by J. Payne Collier, Esq., F.S.A. London (Shakespeare Society) : 1843. 8vo. AMBROSS, Miss. The life and memoirs of the late Miss Ann Catlet (q.v.). 1789. ANDERSON, Rev. George. The use and abuse of diversions. A sermon on Luke xix. 13. With an appendix, shewing that the stage in particular is an unchristian diversion. Edinburgh (R. Fleming for J. M'Euen) : 1733. 8vo. Some remarks upon the Revd. Mr. Anderson's positions con- cerning the unlawfulness of stage-plays. In a letter to the author. Edinburgh (R. Fleming for G. Hamilton) : 1733. 8vo. A REINFORCEMENT of the reasons proving that the stage is an unchristian diversion. Or, a vindication of the appendix to the use and abuse of diversions, a sermon on Luke xix. 13. In answer to the remarks of an anonymous author. By the Revd. George Anderson "V.D.M. Author of the sermon and appendix. Edin- burgh (R. Fleming for J. M'Euen) : 1733. 8vo. ANDERSON, J. W., A.M. The manner pointed out in which the Common Prayer was read by the late Mr. Garrick (q.v.). 1797. ANGUS, J. Keith. A Scotch play-house ; being the historical records of the old Theatre Royal, Marischal Street, Aberdeen. By J. Keith Angus, author of " So sinks the day-star." Aberdeen. 1878. 8vo. 8 A BIBLIOGBAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF ANSON, J. W. Dramatic, Equestrian, and Musical Sick Fund Almanack for 1862, by J. W. Anson .... London: 1862. i6mo. First issued for 1857 as a single sheet, folio ; in which shape it con- tinued till 1863. In 1862-63 the small book and the folio sheet were both issued. In the former shape the publication continued, with slight alterations of title, till 1872. The issues for 1870 and 1872 have each a frontispiece and two illustrations. ANSPACH, Margravine of. Memoirs of the Margravine of Anspach. Written by herself. London. 1826. 2 vols. 8vo. Portraits of the Margrave and Margravine. This lady was the daughter of the Earl of Berkeley. She was married to Lord Craven, and, on his death, to the Margrave of Anspach. She was a tolerably voluminous dramatic writer. ANTI-ROSCIAD. The Anti Rosciad. London: 1 761. [See Churchill, Charles.] ANTI-THBATRB. The Anti-theatre. London: 1720. [See Steele, Richard.] APPEAL. An appeal to the women of England to discourage the stage. By a lady. London. 1855. 8vo.* ARCHER, Wimam. One of the best known of critical writers on dramatic subjects. He is now the theatrical critic of the World, having succeeded the late Button Cook. Mr. Archer was for some years dramatic critic of the London Figaro, then edited by James Mortimer. The fashionable tragedian : a criticism [of Henry Irving]. 1877. (By William Archer and Robert W. Lowe.) A letter concerning Mr. Henry Irving. [A reply to the above.] English analyses of the French plays represented at the Gaiety Theatre, London, June and July, 1879, by the Com^die Frangaise. Reprinted from the " London Figaro." London, n. d. (1879). 8vo. IS. English dramatists of to-day By William Archer. London : 1882. 8vo. THEATEICAL LITERATUEE. Henry Irving Actor and Manager. London 1883. [See Irting, Henry.] About the theatre Essays and studies By William Archer .... London : 1886. Bvo. ARGYLL, Duchess of. A MOB in the pit: or, lines addressed to the D — ch — ss of A ^11. London: [773. 4to. Title i 1. pp. 7. A Tigorous attack on the Duchess of Argyll, formerly Miss Gunning. It seems that on one occasion she gave up her box, and went into the pit ; from which, however, she quickly departed, and insisted upon the persons who had taken her box giving it up to her. Heinel the dancer was the attraction that night. ARNB, Thomas Augustine [1710-1778]. An elegy on the death of the Guardian outwitted, an opera ; written and composed by Thomas Augustine Ame, M.D. Lon- don : 1765. 4to. Title I leaf: pp. 17. is. A parody of Uray's "Elegy,"' apparently in ridicule of Ame, whose opera " The Guardian Out-witted," produced at Covent Garden, Decem- ber 12, 1764, was not specially successful. ARNOLD, Samuel James [1774-1852]. Manager of the Lyceum Theatre, opened by him in 1809 with English ^^ opera. In 181 2 he became manager at Drury Lane, but resigned in 1 81 5. la 1816 he re-opened the Lyceum with opera. A LETTER to all the proprietors of Drurt Lane Theatre (q.v.). 1818. Forgotten facts in the Memoirs of Charles Mathews (q.v.). 1839. Arnold "farmed" Mathews in his "Entertainments," and Mrs Mathews spoke bitterly of his conduct in the Memoirs of C. M. ARNOT, Rev. William. The average theatre. With introductory note by the Rev. William Arnot. 1875. [See Talmage, Eev. J. de Witt.] ARTISTS. The artists of the London stage. Musical and dramatic por- trait gallery. London. 1876 (ist No.). Sm. 8vo., with photo- graphic portraits, is. A reissue of portraits and memoirs which had appeared in a publica- tion entitled The Saturday Programme, issued by the proprietor of the London Figaro. lo A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF ASTLBY, Philip [1742-1814]. The most famous of circus proprietors. He was, when a young man, a private in a cavalry regiment, where he conceived the idea of becoming a trainer of horses. The memoirs of J. Decastro accompanied by an analysis of the life of the late Philip Astley. 1824. [See Decastro, John.] ASTON, Anthony. A noted strolling^player, of whom Chetwood, in his "History of the taffe " erives a curious account. Of the facts of his life little is known. gives a curious He "was announced to play for the first time at Linooln's-Inn-Fields Theatre, January 13, 1722. Chetwood in 1749 believed that he was then travelling in the country. The fool's opera ; or, the taste of the age. Written by Mat. Medley. And performed by his company in Oxford To which is prefix'd, a sketch of the author's life, written by himself. London (Payne): n. d. (about 173 1). 8vo. Front. Title, I leaf : To Reader, i leaf : advertisement and cast, i leaf : pp. 22 j and I leaf of publisher's advertisements. 6d. The author's life begins at page 15, and is headed, "A sketch of the life, &o. of Mr. Anthony Aston, commonly call'd Tony Aston. Written by himself : now all alive." This is a tract of extreme rarity. Tony Aston's petition and speech (with his deportment) before the Honble. H se of ns in behalf of himself and the actors in town and country. To which is prefix'd, his visionary introduction, &c. London; printed for the author. 1735. Folio, pp. 1 2, including title. B.M. copy imperfect. Of the greatest rarity. A BRIEF supplement to Colley Gibber, Esq ; his lives of the late famous actors and actresses. By Anthony Aston. 1748. [See Gibber, GoUey.] AUDLET, John (of Cambridge). Abridgement of Law's Unlawfulness of stage plays. By John Audley. 1802.* Mentioned by AlUbone. I have never seen or heard of a copy. AUSTIN, Louis Frederic. A well-known journalist and Uttirateur. Henry Irving in England and America 1838-84. By Frederic Daly [L. F. Austin]. 1884. [See Irving, Henry.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. n BADDBLBY, Sophia [about 1 742-1 784]. A very beautiful woman with a very bad character. She married the well-known actor, Baddeley, and was by him introduced to the theatre, where she became very popular. Her amours are, however, more inte- resting than her acting. She died, a. prey to drink, disease, and want, In Edinburgh, about 1784. Her memoirs, which are stated to be written by Mrs. Elizabeth Steele, were, I believe, really compiled by A. Bicknell. They are neither well' done nor improving in tone, but are now rather scarce. The memoirs of Mrs. Sophia Baddeley, late of Drury Lane Theatre. By Mrs. Elizabeth Steele. •London: 1787. 6 vols. i2mo. There are also, a Dublin edition, 1787, 3vola. i2mo., and an abridgment in one vol. izmo., 1787. ist edit. Herman, £(>, ids. BAINE, Rev. James. The theatre licentious and perverted. By James Baine, A.M. 1770. [A sermon in which the "Minor" is fiercely attacked. For this and the pamphlets arising therefrom, see Eoote, Samuel.] BAKER, David Brskine. The companion to the play-house /or, an historical account of all the dramatic writers (and their works) that have appeared in Great Britain and Ireland, from the commencement of our theatrical exhibitions, down to the present year 1764. Composed in the form of a dictionary, for the more readily turning to any par- ticular author, or performance i . . . . London: 1764. 2 vols. 1 2 mo. — The title-page also contains a list of the contents of each volume. The second edition bore the following title : — BiOGRAPHiA dramatica, or, a companion to the playhouse ^con- taining historical and critical memoirs, and original anecdotes, of British and Irish dramatic writers, from the commencement of our theatrical exhibitions; amongst whom are some of the most celebrated actors. Also an alphabetical account of their works, the dates when printed, and occasional observations on their merits. Together' with an introductory view of the rise and progress of the British stagg,!3 By David Erskine Baker, Esq. A new edition : carefully corrected ; greatly enlarged ; and con- tinued from 1764 to 1782. London; 1782. 2 vols. 8vo. This edition was done by Isaac Beed. The title-page of the third edition was practically the same as above, down to " British Stage : " thence it read : — 12 -A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Oeiginallt compiled, to ^the year 1764, by. David Brskine Baker. Continued thence to 1782, by Isaac Reed, F.A.S. And brought down to the end of November 181 1, with very consider- able additions and improvements throughout, by Stephen Jones. London: 1812. 3 vols. 8vo. (ist. vol. divided into two parts.) Herman, 20s. - BAKER, Henry Barton. Ode old actors. By Henry Barton Baker. With portraits. London: 1878. 2 vols. 8 vo., with photographic portraits. BAKER, Mrs. Eliza. A popular Edinburgh actress. She retired from the stage, and kept a school ; but was on the point of returning to it when she died. Tate Willcinson prints some letters by her. A LETTEB to the author of a panegyric on Mrs. B r, entitled, A new Eosciad. 1770. [See Edinburgh.] BAKER, Sir Richard. Theatkum redivivum, or the theatre vindicated by Sir Richard Baker in answer to Mr. Pryn's Histrio-mastix : wherein his groundless assertions against stage-plays are discovered, his miss-taken allegations of the Fathers manifested, as also what he calls his Reasons, to be nothing but his Passions. London, printed by T. R. for Francis Eglesfield: 1662. i2mo. Title, i leaf : To the reader, 3 leaves : pp. 141. A reprint was issued in 1670, with the following title-page: Theatedm triumphans or a discourse of plays. Shewing the lawfulness and excellent use of drammatique poesy, and vindi- oateing the stage from all those groundless calumnies and mis- representations, wherewith it is aspersed. Wherein all scruples are removed, and the vain objections of Histrio-mastis and others fully answered and confuted, their mistaken allegations of Scrip- ture and Fathers discovered, and their pretended Reasons mani- fested to be nothing but their Passions. Written by the learned Sir Richard Baker, Kt. London, printed by S. G. and B. G. for Francis Eglesfield : 1670. i2mo. Lacy, 1 6s. BALPE, Michael William [1808-1870]. English Opera House. Statement and correspondence between Mr. Balfe, and Mr. H. Phillips. 1841. [See Opeea House.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 13 BALLANTINE, James. Dramatic characters of Mrs. Siddons (q.v.). 181 2. BANISTER, Douglas. Life of Mr. John Reeve (q.v.). 1838. BANNISTER, John [1760-1836]. Son of Charles Bannister, the noted singer and actor. He was a pupil of Garriok, and gave promise of being a successful tragic actor, but ulti- mately made his reputation as a comedian. His early training, however, stood him in good stead in parts combining tragedy and comedy, and his most famous part might be said to be one of that description, Walter in "Children in the Wood." He was a man of high character, and was universally esteemed. Memoies of John Bannister, Comedian. By John Adolphus, Esq. London. 1839. 2 vols. 8vo. Two portraits. 28s. The numbers of pages 182 to 199 inclusive, in the second volume, are repeated — Chap, xxvii. being on pages* 182 to 199*. BARDSLEY, Samuel Argent. Cbitical remarks on Pizarro. By Samuel Argent Bardsley. 1800. [See Sheeidan, R. B.] BARKER, George. Impunity of mUitary insolence and licentiousness, exhibited in a correspondence between George Barker, of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, and Captain Sutton, of the 7th Hussars, and the Commander in Chief, His Grace the Duke of "Wellington. London. 1845. 8vo. pp. 23. This correspondence relates to a very gross speech of Captain Sutton's regarding Mrs. Barker, which he neither endeavoured to substantiate nor withdrew. Mr. Barker appealed for some redress to Sutton's Colonel, and to the Duke of Wellington, but without result. BARKER, James. Baeker's continuation of Egerton's Theatrical Remembrancer. 1801. [See OuLTON, W. C] Baeker's complete list of plays. 1803. [See Oulton, W. C] The drama recorded ; or, Barker's list of plays, alphabetically arranged, exhibiting at one view, the title, size, date, and author, with their various alterations, from the earliest period, to 1814 ; to which are added, Notitia dramatica, or, a chronological account of events relative to the English stage. London. 1814. 8vo. T4 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF BARON-WILSON, Mrs. Cornwell. Memoirs of Harriot, Duchess of St. Albans. By Mrs. Corn- well Baron- Wilson. 1839. [See Mellon, Harriot.] OuK actresses ; or, glances at stage favourites, past and pre- sent. By Mrs. 0. Baron Wilson. London. 1844. 2 vols. 12 mo. With 10 portraits. BARRY, Ann. Wipe of Spranger Barry, afterwards Mrs. Crawford. [See Crawford, Ann.] BARRY, Elizabeth [1658-1713]. Was the most famous tragic actress of her time ; the original Monimia, Belvidera, and Isabella. Her private character was of the worst. Tom Brown says, " Should you lie with her all night, she would not know you next morning, unless you had another five pounds at her service." Epilogue spoken by Mrs. Barry. London : 1 709. [See Bettekton, Thomas.] BARRY, Spranger [i7i9-i777]- This " silver-toned" actor was the most serious rival that Garrick ever had. He was the Romeo at Covent Garden in the famous contest be- tween the two houses. For references to his Dublin management, see Sheridan, Thomas. A treatise on the passions .... with a critical enquiry into the theatrical merit of Mr. Q k; Mr. Q n, and Mr. B y. 1747. [See Foote, Samuel.] A LETTER of compliment to the ingenious author of a treatise on the passions; 1747. [Ibid.] An examen of the play of Edward the Black Prince With a critical review of Mr. Barry, in the character of Ribe- mont. 1750. [See Shirley, WiUiam.] An estimate of the theatrical merits of the two tragedians of Crow- Street. In a letter from a gentleman in Dublin, to his friend in London. Dublin: 1760. 8vo. pp. 23, including title. A comparison of Barry and Mossop, strongly favouring the former. An account of the struggles between the various Dublin managers, which ended so disastrously for all, will be found under Dublin. Zanga's triumph; or. Harlequin and Othello at war. 1762. [See M'Loughlin, Charles.] Othello is Barry. THEATRICAL LITERATURE: 15 Pursuit after happiness : a poem. To which is added, an ode to Mr. Garrick. Also an elegy on the death of Mr.. Barry. 1777. [See Garrick, David.] BATH, The Bath comedians. Bath: 1755. 8vo. I have seen only an imperfect copy. It is dated " Pontefract, 1 6th June 17SS," and initialed "J. L." The dangers of a Lee shore, or an impartial view of the Bath T e. 1760. [See Brownsmith, John.] The Bath theatrical review : a series of criticisms on the per; formers and drama in general, for the season, 1822-3. Bath. 1823. 8vo. No. I, I2th October 1822. No. 25, 30th April 1823. At first issued at irregular intervals — from No. 1 1 weekly. A publication with a similar title appeared, No. I, 6th December 1824; No. 2, 8th December 1824; but it apparently had no connection with the preceding. The Bath theatre vindicated. 1844. [See East, 'Rev. John.] The theatre, as it is : or, remarks upon a pamphlet, entitled "The Bath theatre vindicated." 1844. [See East, Eev. John.] The Bath theatre, past and present. By an Idler. Bath. 1886. 8vo.* BATTLE. ; The battle of the players, exhibiting the characters of all the actors and actresses of the Irish stage. Dublin : 1762. 8vo.* I have not seen this, but suppose it may be the first edition of the following : — The battle of the players. In imitation of Dean Swift's Battle of the books. In which are introduced, the characters of all the actors and actresses on the English stage. With an impartial estimate of their respective merits. By the author. The second edition. London. 1762. 8vo. is. BAXTER, Eev. A. J. The theatre "a religious institution." By the Rev. A. J. Baxter, Nottingham. London: n. d. (1865). 8vo. pp. 8. id. On the opening of the new Theatre Royal, Nottingham, on 25th September 1865, the manager made a statement to the effect that attend- ing theatres was not inconsistent with a religious life. This caused a bitter newspaper controversy, and produced the above tract. 1 6 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF BEARD, John [i7i5'-i79i]- Singer and actor. He married a daughter of John Rich, and from Rich's death, in 1761, until 1767, he managed Covent Garden. Letters whicli have passed between John Beard, Esq; manager of Covent-Garden Theatre, and John Shebbeaeb (q.v.). 1767. BBAUCLBRK, Mrs. D. J. Mrs. Beauclerk's letters to Mr. Sheridan and Mr. Victor, with their answers. To which is prefixed, an occasional prologue, spoken by Mr. King thg first night of her appearing on the stage. Dublin, 1758. 8vo. Mrs. Beauolerk was a novice, who wished to be introduced to the public in Dublin. She made her first appearance, nth November 1757, as Andromache. She was full of grievances against Sheridan, whom she accused of treating her very badly. BEAUMONT and PLBTCHBR. Comments on the plays of Beaumont and Fletcher. 1798. [See Mason, J. Monck] BEAUMONT, Thomas. A general review of the management of Thomas Beaimiont, •lessee of the Theatre Royal, Glasgow. 1809. [SeeFooT, J. F.] BEDFORD, Arthur, M.A. (1668-1745. Rector of Newton St. Loe, Somerset, Vicar of Temple Church, Bristol.)- Serious reflections on the scandalous abuse and effects of the stage : in a sermon preach'd at the parish-church of St. Nicolas in the city of Bristol, on Sunday the 7th day of January, 170I. By Arthur Bedford, M.A. -Vicar of Temple-Church in the afore- said city. Bristol (Bonny) : 1705. 8vo. pp. xxiii. 44. A SECOND advertisement concerning the profaneness of the play-house. [Bristol: 1705. 8vo.] A 16-page sheet having no title-page. At the end is — Bristol, printed by W. Bonny,, in Corn-Street. 1705. The evil and danger of stage-plays : shewing their natural tendency to destroy religion, and introduce a general corruption of manners ; in almost two thousand instances, taken from the plays of the two last years, against all the methods lately used THEATEICAL LITEEATUKE. 17 for their reformation. By Arthur Bedford, M.A Bristol (Bonny) : 1706. 8vo. The first leaf of matter, having the headings" Hell upon earth : or, the language of the play-house " — was cancelled, and the substituted leaf is headed — " The evil and danger of stage-plays." Copies with the cancel are valuable. A SERIOUS remonstrance in behalf of the Christian religion, against the horrid blasphemies and impieties which are still used in the English play-houses, to the great dishonour of Almighty God, and in contempt of the statutes of this realm. Shewing their plain tendency to overthrow all piety, and advance the interest and honour of the Devil in the world ; from almost seven thousand instances, taken out of the plays of the present century, and especially of the five last years, in defiance of all methods hitherto used for their reformation. By Arthur Bedford, M.A. .... London (Darby) : 17 19. 8vo. Lacy, 95. A SERMON preached in the parish-church of St. Butolph's Aldgate, in the City of London, on Sunday the thirtieth day of November, in the year of Our Lord 1729. Occasioned by the erecting of a play-house in the neighbourhood. Published at the request of several of the auditors. By Arthur Bedford, M.A. .... London (Hooke) : 1730. 8vo. 6d. The second edition (London, WiHord, 1735) has " The evil and mischief of stage-playing " on the head of the title-page. BEDFORD, Paul John [about 1793-1871]. A well-known comedian, who made his first appearance in London as long ago as November 1824. Recollections and wanderings of Paul Bedford. Facts, not fancies. London: 1864. 8vo. Portrait. Another edition — London : 1867. l2mo. BBLLAIVCY, B. P. A LETTER, to the dramatic censor of the Suffolk Chronicle ; by B. P. Bellamy, of the Theatre Royal, Norwich. Ipswich : n. d. (1813). 8vo. IS. Very strong language. Mr. Bellamy accuses the critic of malice, un- truthfulness, meanness, and calls him an " assassin." BELLAMY, George Anne [1730-1788]. A noted actress, whose private history is of rather a sensational order. She furnished the materials for her celebrated " Apology " to Bell, the bookseller, who got Bicknell to put them into shape. It is of no value theatrically. An apology for the life of George Anne Bellamy. Late of i8 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Covent Garden Theatre. Written by herself. [To which is annexed her original letter to John Oalcraft, Esq. advertised to be published in October 1767, but which was then violently sup- pressed. London. 1785. S vols. i2mo. A sixth volume afterwards appeared with the following title-page :— An apology for the life of George Anne Bellamy, late of Oovent - Garden Theatre. Written by herself. !To the fifth volume of which is annexed, her original letter to John Oalcraft, Esq. advertised to be published in October 1767, but which was then violently suppressedT' In six volumes. London. 1785. 12 mo. This supplementary vol. applies to all editions, whether before or after its issue, the 4th ed. (1786) being still stated to be in 5 vole. The 1st ed. has no illustrations, nor have I seen a copy of the 2nd ed. with plates. The 3rd ed. (1785) has a port, and 5 plates : so has the 4th. The 5 vols, were reprinted. Dublin, 1785. 2 vols. i2mo. — two editions at least. Laey. 6 vols. 1785. 19s. Letters addressed to Mrs. Bellamy, occasioned by her Apology. By Edward Willett. London, n. d. (1785). 8vo. Willett was the attorney of Woodward, ths comedian, whose friend Mrs. Bellamy was. She accused Willett, in her " Apology," of miscon- duct regarding a legacy left her by Woodward. He replied in this tract. Memoirs of George Anne Bellamy, including all her intrigues ; with genuine anecdotes of all her public and private connec- tions. By a gentleman of Covent-Garden theatre. London. 1785. i2mo. Memoirs of a celebrated actress ; containing a true account of her various amours, adventures, and vicissitudes j and interspersed with curious anecdotes of several distinguished persons. Lon- don : n. d. (1785): i2mo. 60 pp. including title and advertise- ment : frontispiece. This is a condensation of the "Apology," and is of extreme rarity. Herman, £2, 7s. 6d. BELLAMY, Thomas. The London theatres ; a poem. Interspersed with sentiments of pity on the fair unfortunate : and free reflections on the lobby lounger, the orange woman, the place keeper, and other nuisances which degrade a London theatre. By Thomas Bellamy. London. 1795. 8vo. The life of Mr. William Parsons (q.v.). 1795. THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. 19 BELLOWS, Rev. Dr. Published by request — An address upon the claims of the drama, delivered before the president and members of the Ameri- can Dramatic Fund Society, 1857. By the Rev. Dr. Bellows, of All Soul's Church, New York. (Verbatim from the " New York Herald.") With an introduction by J. B. Buckstone, Esq. Lon- don, n. d. (1857). 8vo. One of the few Clerical defences of the stages. BELTON, Fred. Random recollections of an old actor. By Fred. Belton. London. 1880. 8vo. BENGEE, Miss. Memoirs of Mr. John Tobin (q.v.). 1820. BENNETT, Dr. John B. A DEFENCE of the_stage Being a reply to a sermon by the Rev. Dr. John B. Bennett. 1839. [See Calceaft, John William.] BENTLBY, Richard. A LETTER to R B Esq; author of the new comedy called The Wishes ; now in rehearsal at the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane. London: 1761. 8vo. pp. 14 including title. 6d. A puff in advance. " The Wishes " was a witty but eccentric drama by Richard Bentley, in which the speaking Harlequin was introduced. It was produced on 27th July 1761, and was moderately well received. BENWBLL, J. M. An essay on the danger of unjust criticism. By J. M. Ben- well. 1806. [See Manchestee.] BERINGTON, Joseph. Miscellaneous dissertations, historical, critical, and moral, on the origin and antiquity of masquerades, plays, &c. By Joseph Berington. London: 1.751. 8vo.* BERKELEY, Colonel W. Fitzhardinge, An illegitimate son of Earl Berkeley, who sed was an amateur actor and a colonel of militia. Tull report of the trial between Miss Poote and J. Hayne An illegitimate son of Earl Berkeley, who seduced Maria Toote. He was an amateur actor and a colonel of militia. A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Esq with Col. Berkeley's letters in explanation of his conduct. 1824. [See Foote, Maria.] Facts illustrative of the evidence on the late trial of Foote v. Hayne. 1825. [Ibid.] FiTZALLEYNB of Berkeley. A romance of the present times. 1825. [Ibid.] BERNARD, John [1756-1826]. A successful actor and manager, both in America and this country. His " Retrospections " make an interesting and valuable book. Retrospections of the stage. By the late John Bernard, manager of the American theatres, and formerly secretary to the Beef-steak Club. London. 1830. 2 vols. i2mo. Portrait. (Edited by his son, W. BaUe Bernard.) BERNARD, W. BaUe, Eeteospections of the stage. By the late John Bernard (q.v.). 1830. BERTRAM, J. G-. Behind the scenes : being the confessions of a strolling player. By Peter Paterson, late comedian of the Theatres Royal and Rural. Edinburgh. 1858. 8vo. Glimpses of real life as seen in the theatrical world and in Bohemia : being the confessions of Peter Paterson, a strolling comedian. Edinburgh. 1864. 8vo. An enlarged edition of "Behind the Scenes," 1858. The author was editor of the North Briton, a somewhat notorious Edinburgh newspaper. BEST, Rev. Thomas. A short struggle for stage or no stage ; originating in a ser- mon, preached by the Reverend Thomas Best. 1818. [See Mansel, Robert.] " Facts but not comments ; " being strictures on the stage. 1819. [An answer to above. Ibid.] A DEFENCE of the acted drama, in a letter addressed to the Rev. Thomas Best, by F. B. Calvert (q.v.). 1822. Two sermons on the subject of theatrical amusements, preached atSheffield, on Sunday, Nov. 2, 1823, by the Rev. T. Best [Sheffield: 1823.] Bvo. 4d. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 21 Theatre versus conventicle; containing Mr. Cal- vert's letters to the Rev. T. Best. 1826. [See Oalvebt, F. B.] Sermons on the amusements of the stage, preached at St. James's Church, Sheffield, by the Eev. T. Best, A,M. Sheffield : 1 83 1. 8vo. Theatrical amusements : a sermon preached by the Eev. Thomas Best .... at St. James's Church, Sheffield, on Sunday, October 29, 1848. [Sheffield : 1848.] i2mo. Mr. Best also published a sermon on the same subject, preached Novem- ber 16, 1851 ; and another, November 4, i860. Sermons on theatrical amusements : delivered in St. James' Church, Sheffield. By the late Eev. Thomas Best, M.A., Oxon. Edited by the Eev. E. E. Eoberts, M.A., Eector of Eichmond, Yorkshire, and Eural Dean. London : 1865. 8vo. BESTOW, Wmiam. Outlines of the life of William Bestow, Esq., editor and pro- prietor of the " Theatrical journal." With occasional reference to contemporary theatrical events and personages. Traced by Ben William Watkins, Esq. [" B. W. W."] London. 1864. i2mo. Portrait. 2s. 6d. See Theatrical Joubnal tor particulars of that long-lived paper. BBSWICK, Lavinia. [See Fenton, Lavinia.] BBTSON, A. Miscellaneous dissertations historical, critical, and moral, on the origin and antiquity of masquerades, plays, poetry, &c. With an enquiry into the antiquity of Free masonry, and several other old heathenish customs. As also, whether plays conduce more to the improvement or corruption of morals : which is most excel- lent, a poem in rhyme or in blank verse ; and finally, what Spirit introduc'd masquerades originally into the world. With several other curious enquires. By A. Betson, O.A.M. London, n. d. (1751). 8vo. BBTTBRTON, Thomas [1635-1710]. One of the greatest, if not indeed the greatest, of English actors. OoUey Gibber says of him — " Betterton was an aotor, as ShaJtespear was 32 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF an author, both without competitors, formed for the mutual aBsistanoe and illustration of each other's genius." He was not more admirable for his great genius, than for the worth and probity of his private lite. Epilogue spoken by Mrs. Barry, April the 7tli, 1709. At a representation of Love for Love : for tte benefit of Mr. Betterton at his leaving tlie stage. London (Sanger & Curll) : 1 709. 8vo. pp. 6. including title, zd. For an account of this famous benefit to Betterton see Genest il 415. The life of Mr. Thomas Betterton,'ithe late eminent tragedian. Wherein the action and utterance of the stage, bar, and pulpit, are distinctly consider'd. With the judgment of the late ingenious Monsieur de St. Bvremond, upon the Italian and French music and opera's ; in a letter to the Duke of Buckingham. To which is added, The amorous widow, or the wanton wife. A comedy. Written by Mr. Betterton. Now first printed from the original copyrj London (Gosling). 17 10. 8vo. Port. .3s. 6d. [By Charles Gildon.] Of little value, as, out of 176 pages, not more than 20 have anything to do with Betterton ; and, although a list of 73 plays in which he per- formed is given, his characters in them are not specified, Herman, 22s. The history of the English stage, from the Restauration to the present time. Including the Kves, characters and amours, of the most eminent actors and actresses. With instructions for public speaking; wherein the action and utterance of the bar, stage, and pulpit are distinctly considered. By Mr. Thomas Betterton. Adorned with cuts. London (Curll) : 1741. 8vo. 53. With portraits of Betterton (front.), Mrs. Barry, Mrs. Guyn, Wilks, and Booth (in text). Published under the name of Betterton, but sup- posed to be written by William Oldys. Not complete unless Egerton's Memoirs of Mrs. Oldfield, 1 741, are attached. [See Oldheld, Anne.] Lacy, 9s. 6d. Daniel, 17s. An account of the life of that celebrated tragedian Mr. Thomas Betterton. Containing a distinct relation of his excellencies in his profession, and character in private life. And interspersed with an account of the English Theatre during his time. Lon- don (Robinson) : 1749. 8vo. Pp. 36 including title. 6d. BETTY, Henry [1819- ]. The son of the famous W. H. W. Betty — a highly respected gentle- man, whose wealth is liberally used by him for the aid of unfortunate members of his old profession. Memoirs of Mr. W. H. W. Betty To which is affixed a sketch of the theatrical career of his son, Mr. Henry Betty. [See Betty, W. H. W.] THEATRICAL LITEEATURE. 23 BETTY, ■William Henry West [1791-1874]. The celebrated Young^ Kosoius, over whom all England went mad. He appeared in London on 1st December 1804, and for two seasons was a great attraction, drawing immense sums of money. He left the stage and went to Cambridge ; but returned to it when a man. His success, however, was not great. Steictijees upon the merits of Young Eoscius. By J. Jack- son. Glasgow. 1804. 8vo. 3rd ed. — London : 1804. 8vo. A wildly eulogistic pamphlet. The next-mentioned work is a sharp attack on Betty, and a still sharper on Jackson. Animadveesions on Mr. J. Jackson's Dramatic strictures upon the merits of Young Eoscius. By the editor of "The Glasgow theatrical register." Glasgow. 1804. 8vo. A ceitique on the first performance of the Young Roscius. London : 1804. 8vo.* AuTHESTTic memoirs of the Infant Eoscius. London: 1804. Svo.* Authentic memoirs of the Young Eoscius. London : 1804. Svo.* Ceitioal essays on the dramatic excellencies of the Young Eoscius, by gentlemen of distinguished literary talents and thea- trical amateurs, opposed to the hypercriticisms of anonymous writers, who assume the signatures of Justus-, Ennius, & Crito. Interspersed with authentic and interesting anecdotes of this wonderful phenomenon, who so brightly illumines the theatric hemisphere ; containing also an account of his Irish, Scotch, and English provincial and metropolitan engagements, &c. &c. Faithfully compiled by J. Bisset, .... Birmingham : n. d. (1804). 8vo. 2S. 6d. Memoies of the life of Wm. Henry West Betty, known by the name of the Young Eoscius, with a general estimate of his talents, and a critique on his principal characters. Second edition. Liverpool. 1804. izmo. [By J. Merritt.] An authentic biographical sketch of the life, education, and personal character, of William Henry West Betty, the celebrated Young Eoscius. By George Davies Harley, .... London. 1804. Svo. Portrait. 2nd edition. 1804. 24 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The wonderful theatrical progress of W. Hen. "West Betty, the Infant Roscius, in Ireland, Scotland, and various parts of Eng- land, also, at the Theatres Royal Covent Garden & Drury Lane; with an accurate sketch of his life. By an impartial observer. London : n. d. (1804). 12 mo. 6d. The Infant Eoscius ; or, an inquiry into the requisites of an actor : comprising a critical analysis of young Betty's acting, on the London boards; a complete sketch of his life; an investiga- tion of the merits of the four pamphlets which have been published respecting him, by Mess. Jackson, Bissett, Merritt, and Harley; strictures on the present state of the Covent Garden company, &c. By T. Harral, Esq London, n. d. (1804). 8vo. is. 6d. An easy cure for popular phrenzy in theatrical concerns. Having reference to the indecent plaudits and exhorbitant recom- pence, bestowed by the English, Scotch, and Irish, on that puerile performer, called the Young Eoscius : thereby tending to dis- parage the merits of the adult performers ; and to manifest the ingratitude of the British people. By W. P. R. London. 1804. 8vo. The life of Wm. Henry West Betty, the celebrated and wonderful Young Roscius : containing the particulars of his theatrical career, his education, character, & abilities; together with an impartial account of his astonishing performances in the London Theatres. . Illustrated with a striking likeness of this brilliant theatrical Star. London (Fairburn) : n. d. (1804). 1 2 mo. Portrait. The Bettyana, a poem, descriptive of the progress of the Young Roscius. By G. M. Woodward. London: 1805. 8vo.* A MEDLEY, and a letter respecting the Theatrical Game Chicken. London: 1805. 8vo.* The Young Rosoiad, an admonitory poem, well-seasoned with Attic salt, cum notis variorum. By Peter Pangloss, Esq. L.L.D. and A.S.S. London: 1805. Sm. 4to. pp. 35 including title. Against Betty. Roscius in London. Biographical memoirs of William Henry West Betty, from the earliest period of his infancy ; including the history of his Irish, Scotch, and English engagements. With analytical strictures on his acting at the London theatres. London: 1805. 8vo. 2s.* THEATEICAL LITEEATUKE. 25 Memoies of Mr. W. H. W. Betty, the English Eoscius. To which is afSzed a sketch of the theatrical career of his son, Mr. Henry Betty. London, n.d. (about 1846 or 1847). Roy. 8vo. BBVEELBY, Mrs. The actress's ways and means, to industriously raise the wind. Containing the moral and entertaining poetical effusions of Mrs. R. Beverley, comedian ; professor of elocution; and author of the popular " coronation sermon," " modern times," &o. &c. London : n. d. 8vo. is. Mrs. Beverley was an actress whoj failing to get an engagement, en- gaged in business, and failed. She issued these publications to make a little money. BIGKERSTAPPB, Isaac. A well-known dramatist, and a friend of Garrick. He fled from this country to avoid arrest for an unnatural crime. Love in the suds. Being the lamentation of Roscius for the loss of his Nyky (Bickerstaffe). 1772. [See Gareick, David.] BICKNBLL, Alexander : (Attributed to him). The memoirs of Mrs. Sophia Baddelet (q.v.). 1787. An apology for the life of George Anne Bellamy (q.v.). 1785. BILLINGTON. Mrs. Elizabeth [1769-1818]. Singer. A most beautiful woman, whose career was marked by many scandals. Memoies of Mrs. Billington, from her birth: containing a variety of matter, ludicrous, theatrical, musical, and With copies of several original letters, now in the possession of the publisher, written by Mrs. Billington, to her mother, the late Mrs. Weichsel : a dedication ; and a prefatory address. London. 1792. 8vo. Portrait. los. 6d. An attack of the moat virulent nature. An action was brought against the publisher, which was, however, compromised, and the pamphlet was withdrawn. See "The secret history of the Green room," 1793, vol. ii. p. 116, for a full account of the transaction. This is not a scarce book, but, being very coarse, it is much sought after. An answer to the memoirs of Mrs. Billington. ' With the life and adventures of Richard Daly, Esq. and an account of the present state of the Irish theatre. Written by a gentleman, well 2 6 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF acquainted with several curious anecdotes of all parties. London. 1792. 8vo. I leaf advertisement; I "to Eeader;" pp. 71. 3s. A book of extreme rarity. I have never seen a copy catalogued. BINCKBS, Thomas A. PREACHiNfi in theatres. An essay, delivered at the east branch of the Young men's Christian association. London, i860. Bvo. BINNBY, Rev. T. A LETTEE to the Rev. T. Binney, in defence of the drama. By Thomas Egerton Wilks (q.v.). 1838. BIOGRAPHIA DRAMATICA. [See Bakee, David Brstine.] BIRMINGHAM. The dissection of a Bir — g — m manager. By the author of the Summer's day. London: 1796. ismo.* A furious attack on Macready, the elder. The Monthly Mirror says of it : " The whole matter is libellous, but too despicable for any legal notice, " The theatrical looker-on, [for 1822-1823]. Birmingham. 1822-3. 2 vols. 8vo. 1st vol. No. I, 27th May : No. 25, gth Nov. 1822. 2nd vol. No. I, 19th May, No. 25, 21st Nov. 1823. The first 24 nos. were priced one penny ; the remainder twopence. The Birmingham reporter; and theatrical review: or the opinions, doubts & perplexities of Humphrey Digbeth, manu- facturer, and others. Birmingham. 1823. 8vo.* The Birmingham spectator, a miscellany of literature, and of dramatic criticism. Birmingham. 1824. 8vo.* The theatrical note-book. Birmingham. 1824. 8vo.* The theatrical John Bull, Birmingham, 1824-5. 8vo. 2 vols. I have seen only one vol. No. i, 29th May— No. 21, l6th Oct. 1824: price twopence. The title is dat6d 1825. The Birmingham Musical Examiner and dramatic review. Birmingham 1845-6. Bvo. No. I, 1st Sept. 1S45, No. 19, 3rd Jan. 1846. Price 2d. weekly. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 27 BISSBT, J. Critical essays on tlie Young Koscius. 1804. [See Betty, W. H. W.] BLACK, WiUiam. A very litigious shareholder of the Edinburgh Adelphi Theatre. He was a merchant in Leith, but gave up his business, and became lessee of the Queen's Theatre, Edinburgh, which he opened in 1855. He had a good company, Tom Mead being his leading man, and he did everything well ; but he failed in about 18 months, and, it is said, had to take a clerk's situation in the business he had once owned. For his quarrels with Murray, Spence, &c., see Edinbukgh, from 1850 to 1855. BLACKMOEB, Sir Richard. Mr. Oongreve's last -will and testament, with characters of his writings. By Sir Eichard Blackmore, &c. 1729. [See CoNGREVE, William.] BLAND, Dora. [See Jordan, Mrs. Dora.] B n, B 1. The Stage, or. Coronation of King Tom, by B 1 B — ^n. 1753. [See Sheridan, Thomas.] BOADBN, James [1762-1839]. A fairly successful dramatist, now only known as the author of several theatrical memoirs. A LETTER to George Steevens, Esq. containing a critical exa- mination of the papers of Shakspeare. 1796. [See Ireland Forgeries.] A COMPARATIVE review of the opinions of Boaden in February &c. 179s, and February 1796. [See Ireland Forgeries.] VoRTiGERN under consideration; with general remarks on Boaden's Letter. 1796. [Attributed to Oulton. See Ireland Forgeries. ] Memoirs of the life of John Philip Kemble (q.v.). 1825. Memoirs of Mrs. Siddons (q.v.). 1827. The life of Mrs. Jordan (q.v.). 1831. The private correspondence of David Garrick (q.v.). 1831-2. (Edited by Boaden.) Memoirs of Mrs. Inchbald (q.v.). 1833. z8 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF BOLTON, Duchess of. [See Fenton, Lavinia.J BOOTH, Barton [1681-1733]- A very great actor, the legitimate successor of Betterton. He was one of Gibber's partners in management, and was the original Cato. Memoirs of the life of Barton Bootli, Esq ; with his character. To which are added several poetical pieces, written by himself, viz. Translations from Horace, Songs, Odes, &c. To which is likewise annex'd, the case of Mr. Booth's last illness, and what was observ'd (particularly with regard to the quick-silver found in his intestines) upon opening of his body, in the presence of Sir Hans Sloan, by Mr. Alexander Small, surgeon. Publish'd by an intimate acquaintance of Mr. Booth, by consent of his widow. . London (Watts) : 1733. 8vo. Portrait, is. 6d. ~-^ , By Benjamin Victor. Life of Barton Booth, late one of the managers at the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane. London: 1733. 8vo.* The lives and characters of the most eminent actors and actresses of Great Britain and Ireland, from Shakespear to the present time. Interspersed with a general history of the stage. By Mr. Theophilus Gibber. Part i. To which is prefixed, A fami- liar epistle from Mr. Theophilus Gibber to Mr. William Warbur- ton. London. 1753. 8vo. 3s. The letter to Warburton occupies xcix. pages, then follows this title : — The life and character of that excellent actor Barton Booth, Esq; sometime one of the patentees and directors of His Majesty's company of comedians. By Mr. Theophilus Gibber. BOOTH, Junius Brutus [1796-1852]. An actor who bore a strong resemblance to Edmund Kean, and who tried unsuccessfully to rival him. He was unfairly treated by Kean, and injudiciously advised by his own friends. He engaged both at Covent Garden and Drury Lane, and his changing from one theatre to the other caused great disturbances. He became very popular in America. Edwin Booth is his son. Memoibs of the life of Mr. Booth, containing a true statement of all the circumstances attending his engagements at the rival Theatres, with a few remarks upon his conduct ; by an old actor. London : n.d. (1817.) 8vo. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 29 Memoirs of Junius Brutus Booth, from his birth to the present time ; with an appendix, containing original letters, from persons of rank and celebrity; and copious extracts from the journal, kept by Mr. Booth, during his theatrical tour on the Continent. London. 181 7. 8vo. Portrait. BOSTON. Second edition. An impartial critique, or, a peep into the Boston Theatre, during the season of 1813 ; being, a comprehen- sive view of the corps dramatique, who are " ever anxious to please." Boston : n.d. (18 13). 8vo. 3d. An impartial critique, or, a peep into the Boston Theatre, during the season of 18 14; being a review of the corps drama- tique, with remarks on the wonderful exhibitions, and theatrical novelties. Boston: n.d. (1814). 8vo. 3d. BOSWBLL, James, Jun. Memoir of the late Edmond Malone (q.v.). 1814. BOWDEN, George. The life and conversion of George Bowden, formerly a player ; wherein is set forth the glory of God's distinguishing grace, through the revelation of Jesus Christ, to him when in bondage of soul. Written by himself, for the glory of God and the com- fort of his tried people, tondon. 1825. 8vo. BRAGBG-IEDLB, Anne [1663-1748]. A brilliant actresB, whose chastity seems to have surprised her con- temporaries, and exercised the minds of more recent historians. Good Genest quaintly remarks that she was " perhaps a woman of a cold consti- tution." Congreve was one of her admirers, and some of the indecent poetry of the period asserted that he married her. Theatrical correspondence in death. An epistle from Mrs. Oldfield, in the Shades, to Mrs. Br — ceg — die, upon Earth. 1743. [See Druey Lane Theatre.] ^ BRADY, Widow. Granny's prediction revealed to the Widow Brady, of Drury Lane Theatre. London. 1773. [See Crawford, Ann.] BRAHAM, John [1777-1856]. One of the greatest of English singers. Jack in office ; containing remarks on Mr. Braham's address to the public. By Thomas Gilliland. 1805. [See Kemble, J. P.] 30 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Obim. Con. Damages one thousand pounds ! ! The trial between Mr. Henry Wright, (purser of an Indiaman), and Mr. Braham, (of musical celebrity), for Criminal Conversation with the plaintiff's wife, at the Court of Common-Pleas, Guildhall, before Sir Vicary Gibbs, and a Special Jury, on Tuesday, July 23, 1816. Taken in short-hand. London (Fairbum) : n. d. (1816). 8vo. 16 pp. including title. 6d. Trtat, of Mr. Braham for Crim. Con. To which is added, the . life of Mr. Braham. London : 1816. 8vo.* BRANDON, Isaac. Kais : or, Love in the deserts. An opera. In four acts : as performed at the Theatre Royal Drury-Lane. With a few words by way of preface. By I. Brandon, Esq London : 1808. 8vo. BRANDON, James. Boxkeeper at Covent Garden during the O. P. Riots. He made him- Eelf specially obnoxious to the Kioters, who insisted on his dismissal. He was, however, reinstated. The whole proceedings by Henry Clifford, Esquire, against Mr. James Brandon, for an assault. 1809. [See Covent Garden Theatre.] Clifford for ever! .... The trial between H. Clifford, and J. Brandon. 1809. [Ibid.] A PLAIN statement of facts ; relative to the differences between the present management of Covent Garden Theatre (q.v.) and Mr. James Brandon. 1823. BRATLBY, Edward Wedlake. An enquiry into the genuineness of Prynne's " Defence of Stage plays," &c. Together with a reprint of the said tract, and also of Prynne's "Vindication." By E. W. Brayley, r.A.S., and F.RS.L. London: 1825. 8vo. pp. 16, including title and half-title. Only 50 copies privately printed. It proves the " Defence " to have been a forgery. See Prtnne, William. The "Vindication" is not a book, but an advertisement. Historical and descriptive accounts of the theatres of London : by Edward Wedlake Brayley, F.A.S. &c. &c. Secretary to the Eussell Institution. Illustrated with a view of each theatre, THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. 31 elegantly coloured, drawn and engraved by tlie late Daniel Havell. London. 1826. 4to. with 16 plates. Lacy, 32a. Herman, 77s, 6d. BRBEETON, Austin. A well-known critic and dramatic historian. He is assistant editor of the Theatre, and a constant contributor to the Stage, of which he is prin- cipal critic. Dramatic notes an illustrated year-book of the stage With forty-two sketches of scenes and characters by T. Walter Wilson 1881-1882 Third year of issue. London : 1882. Svo. IS. Edited from this time by Austin Brereton. This most useful book is still being issued. The 4th issue — 1882-1883 — London : 1883. Svo. Is. In 1885, the 5th and 6th issues were published together, price 2s. The 8th issue is now announced, price 2&. Henry Irving A biographical sketch. 1883. [See iRViNa, Henry.] Some famous Hamlets from Burbage to Fechter By Austin Brereton With an appendix giving extracts from the criticisms on Hamlet by Goethe, Coleridge, Schlegel, Hazlitt, TJlrici, Etc. London : 1884. Svo. is. BREWER, J. Norris. Histrionic topography : or, the birth-places, residences, and funeral monuments of the most distinguished actors. Illustrated by engravings, executed by Messrs. J. & H. Storer, and by his- torical & descriptive notices, written by Mr. J. Norris Brewer. London. 181 8. 8vo. Lacy, 13s. BRIGHTON. The Brighton dramatic Miscellany. Published daily. — Price one penny. 1st No. 26th July 1838. No. 57, 29th Sept. 1838. BRISTOL. Bristol Theatre : a poem. Bristol. 1766. 4to. 6d. A bitter and silly attack on the stage, curious as being in rhyme. The author apologises for this peculiarity thus — " The author would rather have chosen to publish his sentiments on this important subject in plain prose ; but for this single reason, that many sooner peruse sentiments conveyed in poetry, and longer retain them." The author's poetry is certainly remarkable — e.g. — " So Nile's amphibious Crocodiles decoy. And, softly soothing, Sycophants destroy." 32 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The association of theatrical opposers, or Bristol in commotion against the Muses. 1773. [See Coubtney, .] The Thespian. Bristol. 1823. 8vo. I have seen only No. 2, 13th Jany. 1823, to No. 8, 24th Feby. 1823, weekly. Memoirs of the Bristol stage, from the period of the theatre at Jacob's Well, down to the present time; with notices, bio- graphical and critical, of some of the most celebrated comedians who have appeared on its boards. By E,ichard Jenkins. Bristol. 1826. 8vo. BROADBOTTOM, J. J. Beoadbottom on the performers, n.d. I have seen this title mentioned ; but know nothing whatever about the work. I suppose it to be theatrical. BROOKE, Gustavus Vaughan [18 -1866]. A popular tragedian ; drowned in the London while on a voyage to Melbourne. The wreck of the London : a lyrical ballad, by John A. Heraud. Published in aid of the Fund for building a Life-boat, to be caUed " The G. V. Brooke." London : 1866. 8vo. BROOKE, Henry. Gustavus Yasa, the deliverer of his country. A tragedy. As it was to have been acted at the Theatre-Royal in Drury-Lane. By Henry Brooke, Esq; London (Dodsley) : 1739. 8vo. This was the first play forbidden by the Licenser, after the Act, limit- ing theatres and appointing a Licenser, was passed in 1737. It had been rehearsed several times, when it was prohibited, on account of some senti- ments regarding liberty which it contained. It was printed by subscrip- tion at 5s. a copy, and, so incensed were the public at the Licenser's arbitrary action, that Brooke is said to have cleared ;^looo by it. It has only been acted once in England (28th Dec. 1805, for Betty), bu€ it has been often played in Ireland. Dr. Johnson attacked the Licenser in a satirical work entitled : — A COMPLEAT vindication of the Licensers of the stage, from the malicious and scandalous aspersions of Mr. Brooke. 1739. [See Johnson, Samuel.] The history of the life and actions of Gustavus Vasa, deliverer of his country. Recommended to the spectators of a tragedy on that subject, now in rehearsal at the Theatre-Royal in Drury- Lane. Extracted from the best historians. London (Roberts) : 1739. Bvo. 6d. THEATRICAL LITEEATUEE. 33 The Country correspondent : humbly address'd to Gustavus Vasa, Esq; and all the never-enough-to be admir'd, inimitable, and incomparable authors of that famous, excellent, and fine new patriot play, call'd. The deliverer of his Country : which lately narrowly escap'd being acted. London, n. d. (1739). 8vo. A bitter attack on " Gustavus Vasa.'' Mr. Morton's Zorinski and Brooke's Gustavus Vasa compared.. i79.'5- [See Morton, Thomas.] BROUGHTON, James. The British stage, and literary cabinet. 181 7. [See Stage.] BROWN, J. The stage, a poem, addressed to Mr. Farren ; containing stric- tures on various actors. By J. Brown, Esq. London: 181 9. 8vo. 2S. 6d.* BROWN, John. Letters upon the poetry and music of the Italian Opera; addressed to a friend. By the late Mr. John Brown, painter. Edinburgh. 1789. i2mo. BROWN, Tom. The life of the late famous Comedian, Jo. Hayns (q. v.). 1701., Attributed to Tom Brown. The stage-beaux toss'd in a blanket : or, hypocrisie alamode ; expos'd in a true picture of Jerry 1704.. [See Collier, Jeremy.] BROWN, Dr. John. Critical Remarks on the tragedy of Athelstan. With rules necessary to be observed by all dramatic poets. By the Author of the State-Farce. London: 1756. 8vo. 6d. Very critical on the play and abusive of the way in which it was acted. It was produced successfully at Drury Lane, 27th February 1756. BROWNSMITH, John. A prompter who seems to have been a very quarrelsome person. The dangers of a Lee shore, or an impartial view of the Bath rp*****ein the year 1759, and a wonderful prophecy for the year 1760. By J. Brownsmith, late Prompter to the said X ***** e. Bath : n. d. (1760). 8vo.* Lee was, no doubt, John Lee, who may have been manager of the Bath Theatre in 1759. 34 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The Theatrical Alphabet. Containing a catalogue of several hundred Parts (both Mens and Womens) in different Plays and Farces ; with the number of Lengths noted that each Part con- tains, carefully disposed in alphabetical Order, and accurately distinguished by initial Letters, denoting whether they are in a Tragedy, comedy, Opera, Farce, &c. The number of lengths are justly calculated, as they are performed at the Theatres Eoyal ; with a vacancy reserved to insert many more, as they may occur in new Pieces, or otherwise. By John Brownsmith. London : 1767. 8vo. The rescue, or Thespian scourge ; being a critical enquiry into the merit of a poem, intituled, Thespis ; with some candid remarks on the modesty, good nature, and impartiality of that piece. Written in Hudibrastic verse. By John Brownsmith. London : 1767. 4to.* The Contrast ; or. New Mode of Management. Being a peep behind the curtain of the Salisbury Theatre, in 1776: wherein the requisites to form a brace of managers — their plain dealing, artless innocence, and public gratitude — are all nicely weigh'd, duly consider'd, and justly display'd. To which are added, (by way of supplement) a few spontaneous fragments, pick'd up at the foot of Parnassus. By J. Brownsmith, late nominal prompter to the said theatre. Salisbury : 1776. 8vo. BRUNSWICK THEATRE. The Royal Brunswick Theatre, which took the place of the Royalty Theatre, burned in April 1826, was opened on February 25, 1828, under the management of Percy Parren, with the "Mermaiden's Well," and a farce " An uncle too many." These pieces were repeated the following night ; there was no performance on the 27th ; and on the 28th, while the performers were in the theatre at a rehearsal, the building fell, burying nearly all in the theatre under its ruins. The number killed was fifteen. Dreadful catastrophe. Destruction of the Brunswick Theatre, Wellclose Square. By the Rev. G. C. Smith. Third edition. London: n. d. (1828). i2mo. id. This tract was published in six parts. The above is the title of the first ; the second bore the following title : — Brunswick Theatre ; or the second part of observations on the destruction of the New Brunswick Theatre, Wells Street, Well- close Square. By the Rev. G. C. Smith. Minister of the London Mariners' Church. London, n. d. The four succeeding parts differ very slightly in the punctuation of the title-page, and of course in the numbers of the parts, from the title of the second part. THEATEICAL LITEKATUEE. 35 The ground of the Theatre. An interesting reyiew of circum- stances connected with the ground upon which the late " Royalty," and the more recent " New Brunswick Theatre " stood. This site of ground having formerly been occupied as a place of wor- ship, where the Gospel of Salvation was preached for many years, with proposals for restoring the ground back to its original appro- priation, by erecting a building that shall be devoted to purposes of benevolence and religion, where the sounds of prayer & praise shall again be heard glorifying God. London : n. d. (1828) : i2mo. 3d. A BRIEF narrative of the opening, and sudden destruction of the Eoyal Brunswick Theatre, in a letter from Percy Farren, stage-manager of the late establishment. To which is subjoined, the new musical farce of An uncle too many ; by James Thomson. Never performed but on the only two evenings the Brunswick Theatre was open, Monday 25th, and Tuesday 26th of February, 1828. London : 1828. 8vo. 2S. 6d. There is also a note on the title-page that the proceeds of the sale of this work are to go to the fund established for the aid of the sufferers by the catastrophe. A PULL and accurate account of the destruction of the Bruns- wick Theatre, with the statements of Rev. G. 0. Smith, & Messrs. "Wm. & Percy Farren ; letters of the Architect ; reports of public meetings ; and every particular connected with the melancholy event : together with a history of the theatre, from its origin : and of the introduction of theatres in the eastern part of the metropolis. London: 1828. 8vo. with front, and vignette on title. The Brunswick : a poem. In three cantos. London. 1829, 8vo. With motto on title-page — ' " Fallen, fallen, fallen." Dryden.' BUCKB, Charles. The Italians ; or the fatal accusation : a tragedy. With a preface; containing the correspondence of the author with the Committee of Drury Lane Theatre ; P. Moore, Esq. M.P. ; and Mr. Kean. 1819. [For the pamphlets relating to this quarrel, see Kean, Edmund.] BUCKSTONB, John Bald-win [1802-1879]. A popular actor, author, and manager. He managed the Haymarket Theatre from 1853 to 1877, when he virtually retired from the Stage. An address upon the claims of the drama. By the Rev. Dr. 36 A BIBLIOGKAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Bellows (q. v.). With an introduction by J. B. Buckstone, Esq. i8S7- BUDGET. A SERIO-COMIC poem, entitled, The budget, or truth's candle lighted : intended as a theatrical scourge for naughty boys and girls, by a disbanded son of Thespis. London 179 1. 4to.* BULLOCK, Christopher. WoMANS revenge : or, a match in Newgate. A comedy. As it is acted at the Royal Theatre in Lincoln's-Inn- Fields. The second edition. To which is added, a compleat key to the Beggar's Opera, by Peter Padwell, of Padington, Esq; London. 1728. 8vo. Front, is. 6d. An edition of this play, which is an alteration, by Christopher Bullock, of Betterton's alteration of Marstou's " Dutch Courtezan," was published, 1715. i2mo, BUNN, Alfred [1798-1860]. The " Poet Bunn " of Punch. He was manager at Birmingham ; stage-manager at Dmry Lane under Elliston ; became lessee both of Drury Lane and Covent Garden ; was bankrupt ; after an interval became lessee of Drury Lane for a second time ; but again failed, and died in poverty at Boulogne. A LETTER to the Eev. J. A. James, of Carr's Lane Meeting House. "With notes, critical, religious, and moral. By A. Bunn, manager of the Theatre Royal, Birmingham. Birmingham. 1824. 8vo. pp. 34 : advt. i leaf. Very scarce. Alfred the Little ; or, management ! A play. As rejected at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, October, 1833. T^7 ^ ^i""''- gazer. London. 1833. 8vo. pp. 16. is. A severe satire upon Bunn. The stage : both before and behind the curtain, from " obser- vations taken on the spot." By Alfred Bunn, late lessee of the Theatres Royal Drury Lane and Covent Garden. London. 1840. 3 vols. 8vo. Lacy, 17s. ; Herman, 20s. A WORD with Punch by Alfred Bunn. London, n. d. (1847). 4to. pp. 12, with illustrations, (published at 3d.) This pamphlet is got up in imitation of Punch, with an Illustrated cover,^ &c. In the upper corner is " No. i,— (to be continued, if neces- sary)." It is a reply to the chaff and criticism showered upon " the Poet THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 37 Bunn " by Punch, and 19 distinguished by its strength of language, at least. Albert Smith is said to have aided in writing it. It is now of extreme rarity. Daniel, 22s. : Lacy (with others of no value), 60s. The Case of Bunn versus land, tried at the court of Queen's Bench, Guildhall, City, before Mr. Justice Brie and a special Jury, on Tuesday, February 22nd, 1848, given in full, from short- hand notes taken at the time, with a series of letters from plain- tiff and defendant, produced thereat, with others from both, now for the first time published. To which are added, notes explana- tory and critical. By Alfred Bunn. London; 1848. 8vo. 2S. Breach of contract by Jenny Lind. Bunn got ;£^25oo damages. Old England and New England, in a series of views taken on the spot. London. 1853. 2 vols. 8vo. Front. Lacy, I2S. BUNN, Mrs. [See SoMERViLLE, Margaret Agnes. J BURDBR, George. Lawful Amusements; a sermon, preached at the Thursday- evening lecture Fetter- Lane, January 10, 1805, by George Burder, author of Village Sermons, &c. London: 1805. 8vo. is. The second edition. With an appendix. London : 1805. A Letter to the Rev. George Burder, occasioned by his sermon on lawful amusements ; preached at the Thursday evening lecture. Fetter Lane, Jan. 10. 1805. London : n. d. (1805). 8vo. is. 6d. Postscript to the letter to the Rev. G. Burder, occasioned by his appendix to his sermon on lawful amusements. London : 1805. 8vo. A WARNING to professors ; in two letters to the Rev. George Burder. 1806. [See Hill, Rowland.] BURGOTNE, General John. The lord of the manor, a Comic opera, as it is performed at the Theatre Royal Drury-Lane, with a preface by the author. London: 1781. 8vo. The preface is a dissertation in defence of operas. Three plays : with a preface, including dramatic observations, of the late Lieutenant- General Burgoyne, by William Hayley (q. v.). 181 1. 38 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF BURNAND, Francis Cowley. Mr. Burnand is the well-known dramatic author, editor of Punch, and author of " Happy Thoughts ; " and was, in his University days, the founder of the Cambridge " U. A. D. C." The "A. D. C." Being personal reminiscences of the 'Uni- versity Amateur Dramatic Club, Cambridge. Written by F. C. Burnand, B. A., Trin. Coll. Camb. London: 1880. 8vo. BURNET, Mr. [i.e. Guthry]. Achilles dissected : being a compleat key. By Mr. Burnet. 1733. [See Gat, John.] BURTON, W. A PASQUINADE, on the performers of the York company. By W. Burton, comedian. Leeds. 1801. 8vo. pp. 24 (including title). BUSK, Hans. The Vestriad, a poem : by Hans Busk. 1 8 1 9. [See Yesteis, A.] BUTLER, Frances Anne. [See Kbmble, Frances Anne.] BUTLER, George. The Eosciad, a poem : dedicated to Mr. Kemble. London : I?02. 4to. Dedication signed Geo. Butler. BUTLER, Henry. Henry Butler's dramatic almanac, and theatrical directory for 1853. London. 1853. lamo. With map of principal theatri- cal towns, and routes. 6d. Butler was a theatrical agent. Henry Butler's theatrical directory and dramatic almanack, for the year i860, being Leap-year, [to be continued annually.] Edited by John A. Heraud London, i860. i2mo. With map, facsimile of Shakespeare's writing, &c. BYRON, Lord. The genuine rejected addresses preceded by that written by Lord Byron. 181 2. [See Drury Lane Theatre.] Monody on the death of the Right Honourable R. B. Sheri- dan (q. v.). 1816. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 39 Letter to E. W. Elliston on the injustice of his conduct in representing Lord Byron's tragedy of Marino Ealiero. 1821. [See Elliston, E. W.] CAPPARO, Father. Beauty in distress. A tragedy With a discourse of the lawfulness & unlawfulness of plays by the learned Father Caffaro. 1698. [See Mottetjx, Peter Anthony.] Free thoughts upon Methodists, actors, and the influence of the stage. Likewise, a discourse .... by the learned Father Caffaro. 18 14. [See Mansel, Eobert.] CAINE, J. H. Hall. EiCHARD iii and Macbeth : the Spirit of romantic play in rela- tion to the picturesque interpretations of Mr. Henry Irving (q. v.). 1877. CALCRAPT, John William [pseudonym of John William Cole]. An address to the public, containing observations on some late criticisms connected with the Edinburgh Theatre. By John William Calcraft, of the Theatre-Eoyal, Edinburgh. Edinburgh. 1822. 8vo. 6d. A reply to attacks made on the theatre, in the " Edinburgh Dramatic Review." A DEFENCE of the stage, or an inquiry into the real qualities of theatrical entertainments, their scope and tendency. Being a reply to a sermon entitled " The evil of theatrical amusements stated and illustrated," lately published in Dublin, and preached in the Wesleyan Methodist Chapel in Lower Abbey-Street, on Sunday, November, 4th, 1838, by the Eev. Dr. John B. Bennett, Including an examination of the authorities on which that sermon is founded. By John William Calcraft, lessee and manager of the Theatre Eoyal, Dublin. Dublin. 1839. 8vo. CALL-BOY. The Call-boy. London. 1838. 8vo. No. I. Saturday, 2iBt April 1838, id. No. 3. Saturday, 5th May 1838, id. Motto, " Ladies and gentlemen, every body on the stage." With woodcuts. CALVERT, P. B. [i793-i877]- A DEFENCE of the acted drama, in a letter addressed to the Eev. Thomas Best, M.A. of Sheffield, by P. B. Calvert, formerly 40 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF of St. Edmund's College, now of the Theatres Eoyal York and Hull. Hull. 1822. 8vo. IS. An answer to a sermon preached by Mr. Best, as reported in the Skeffidd Mercury. Theatre versus conventicle; or, the drama attacked and defended :^ containing Mr. Calvert's letters in defence of the stage, to the Eev. T. Best, of Sheffield ; with the subsequent con- troversy, in the Leeds Independent of 1824. Hull. 1826. 8vo. CAMBRIDGE. The album of the Cambridge Garrick Club : containing original and select papers on the drama, and the proceediugs of that Society. With illustrations. Edited by a member of the Club. Cambridge. 1836. i2mo. With portraits. The "A. D. C," being personal reminiscences of the Univer- sity Amateur Dramatic Club, Cambridge. By P. C. Buenand (q. v.). 1880. ' ' CAMPBELL, Thomas. Life of Mrs. Siddons (q. v.). 1834. CANE, Airdrew. A famous comedian belonging to the Fortune Theatre. The stage players complaint. In a pleasant dialogue betweene Cane of the Fortune, and Eeed of the Friers. 1641. [See Stage- Player.] CAP. The Cap. A satiric poem. Including most of the dramatic writers of the present day. By Peter Pindar, Esq. With notes, illustrative of (here follows a long list of names). Dedicated to Eichard Brinsley Sheridan. Esq. London : n. d. (1795). 4to. 2S. This attack on most of the dramatists of the time caused a considerable sensation, and the authorship was much debated. It seems certain that the genuine Peter Pindar, Woleot, was not the writer. The "Cap" is the Cap of Tolly, which Boaden gains, Lady Wallace being second. CAREY, George Savile [1744-1807]. _ A dramatic author. He tried acting as a profession, but failed ; and lived chiefly on the somewhat precarious earnings derived from lecturing. He was a famous mimic MoMUS, a poem ; or a critical examination into the merits of THEATEICAL LITERATURE. 41 the performers, and comic pieces, at the Theatre Royal in the Hay-market. London: n. d. (1767). 4to. An attack on Foote and his company. Attributed to Carey. CAREY, Henry [ -1743]- An unfortunate musician, who is said to have been the author of " God Save the King." He wrote several ballad-operas, &c. The following tract is an attack on Fleetwood, and is of the greatest rarity. Of stage tyrants. An epistle to the Right Honourable Philip Earl of Chesterfield. Occasion'd by the Honest Yorkshire- man beiag rejected at Drury-Lane Play-house, and since acted at other theatres with universal applause. By Mr. Carey. [N. p. : n. d. (London: 1735).] Folio: title i leaf: pp. 8. CARLETON, Henry Seymour. Dr4matic reminiscences. By George Vandenhoff (q. v.). Edited by Henry Seymour Carleton. i860. CARLISLE, Frederick Howard, Earl of. Thoughts upon the present condition of the stage, and upon the construction of a new theatre. [Anon.] London. 1808. 8vo. By the Earl of Carlisle. CARTBRET-BISSON, F. S. D. de. The drama as an element of education. By Captain F. S. Dumaresq de Carteret- Bisson, M.A London: 1882. 8vo. 18. (with portrait 2s.) CARTWRIGHT, Robert. The footsteps of Shakspere; or a ramble with the early dramatists, containing much new and interesting information respecting Shakspere, Lyly, Marlowe, Greene, and others. Lon- don. 1862. 8vo.* CATALANI, Angelica' [1783-1849]. A famous Italian vocalist, whose engagement at Covent Garden was one of the causes of the 0. F. Kiots. Theateical taxation ; which embraces reflections .... on the engagement of Madame Catalani. 1809. [See Covent Gaeden Theatre.] Steictuebs on the engagement of Madame Catalani. .1809. [Ibid.] 42 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Secret Memoirs of Madame Catalani. By Arthur Simpson, Esq. Bath: 1811. 8vo. pp. vii. 46. A most gushing production, relating high-flown adventures of Catalani and her husband, M. de Valle Bregue. CATALOGUE. A CATALOGUE of curiosities, chiefly theatrical, which are to be sold by auction ; being part of the effects of a virtuoso, lately deceas'd. London (Cooper) : 1748. i2mo. Satirical. The peculiarities and weaknesses of certain actors are ^^ sharply alluded to. CATLET, Ann [1745-1789]- An actress and singer, of very eccentric manners. She was said to be married to General F. Lascelles, in whose house she lived. Miss C y's Cabinet of curiosities ; or, the Green-Room broke open. By Tristram Shandy, Gent. Utopia : printed for William Whirligig, at the Maiden's Head, in Wind-mill-street. 1765. (Price an English Six-pence.) 8vo. Memoirs of the celebrated Miss Ann C j. London: 1773. 2 vols. i2mo. Portrait.* The life and memoirs of the late Miss Ann Catley, the cele- brated actress : with biographical sketches of Sir Francis Blake Delaval, and the Hon. Isabella Pawlet, daughter to the Earl of Thanet. By Miss Ambross. London, n. d. (1789). 8vo. is. 6d. Delaval's connection with Miss Catley was the subject of an action in the Court of King's Bench. He was accused of purchasing her from her singing-master for improper purposes. An account of the business will be found in Kirkman's "Macklin." Daniel, 5s. ; Herman, 28s. A BRIEF narrative of the life, of the celebrated Miss C*tl*y, containing the adventures of that lady in her public character of a singer, and private one of a courtezan, in England, Ireland, &c. (Here follows a long list of contents.) Also some of the most remarkable occurrencies in the High Court of Gallantry, on the stage, in the public gardensy and in the polite world, or Court-end of the town. With many curious anecdotes. Never before pub- lished. N. p. (London) n. d. ( ) 8vo. pp. 56, including title (pub. 6d.) Herman, 47s. 6d. CENSOR. The Censor, No. i, with an epistolary dedication to Orator Mack — n. 1755. [See Macklin, Charles.] THEATRICAL LITEEATUEE. 43 CENSOR DRAMATICUS. A COMPLETE tistoiy of the drama, from the earliest periods to the present time. By Censor Dramaticus. London. 1793. 8vo. CHALMERS, George [1742-1825]. Is best known by his Caledonia, Hia works on the Shakspeare For- geries are full of valuable information. An apology for the believers in the Shakspeare-papers. 1797. [See Ireland Poegeeies.] A supplemental apology for the believers in the Shakspeare- papers. 1799. [See Ieeland Foegeeies.] Antenoe's letter to George Chalmers. i8oo. [See Ieeland Foegeeies.] Chalmeeiana. 1800. [An attack on Chalmers written by George Hardinge. See Ieeland Foegeeies.] CHAMBERS, Robert [1802-187 1]. The younger of the two brothers who founded the firm of W. & R. Chambers. Sketch of the history of the Edinburgh Theatre Royal prepared for this evening of its final closing. 1859. [See Edinbuegh.] CHAPMAN, J. K. A complete history of theatrical entertainments, dramas, masques, and triumphs, at the English Court, from the time of King Henry the Eighth to the present day, including the series of plays performed before Her Majesty, at Windsor Castle, Christmas, 1848-9. Containing many curious particulars of our early dramatic literature and art. Embellished with beautiful engravings on steel, by Finden, from designs by Grieve, Telbin, and Absolon. Edited by J. K. Chapman. London, n. d. (about 1849). 4to. I have seen an edition mentioned : — London : 1852. Sm. folio. Lacy, I OS. 6d. CHARKE, Mrs. Charlotte [about 1 710-1760]. The youngest daughter of OoUey Gibber. She had considerable ability as an actress, but the chief interest in her life centres in her wildly eccentric private career. The art of management ; or, tragedy expeU'd. By Mrs. Char- 44 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF lotte Gharke. London (Eayner) : 1735. 8vo. pp. 47, including title. A satire on Charles Pleetwood, manager of Drury Lane, who is called in it Squire Brainless. Mrs. Tragic is Charlotte Charke herself, and Headpiece is intended for her brother, Theophilus Gibber. Fleetwood endeavoured to buy up the whole impression, and_ the pamphlet is now one of extreme rarity, as very few copies escaped. Genest bought Field's copy for 34s., and Laoy's sold for 38s. A NARRATIVE of the life of Mrs. Charlotte Charke, (youngest daughter of CoUey Gibber, Esq;) containing, I. An account of her birth, education, and mad pranks committed in her youth. II. Her coming on the stage ; success there ; and sundry theatrical anecdotes. III. Her marriage to Mr. Charke, and its conse- quences. IV. Her adventures in mens cloaths, going by the name of Mr. Brown, and being belov'd by a lady of great fortune, •who intended to marry her. V. Her being gentleman to a certain peer. VI. Her commencing strolling- player ; with various and surprizing vicissitudes of fortune, during nine years peregrination. VII. Her turning pastry cook, &c. in Wales. "With several extremely humourous and interesting occurrences. Written by herself. London. 1755. 12 mo. pp.277. Portrait. 1 Originally published in eight numbers. Very scarce. Daniel, 6s. : Lacy, 2IS. : Herman, 84s. It is reprinted in Hunt's series of autobio- graphies. / The History of Henry Dumont, Esq; and Miss Charlotte Evelyn. Consisting of variety of entertaining Characters, and very interesting subjects ; with some critical remarks on Comick Actors. By Mrs. Charke. The third edition. London: 1756. 1 2 mo. CHATTBRTON, Frederick Balsir [1835-1886]. Manager of Drury Lane from 1866 to 1879, when he failed, with liabilities of about ;^40,ooo. He was the author of the notorious saying : — "That Shakespeare spelt ruin, and Byron bankruptcy." Falconer v. Ohattterton. 1866. [See Drury Lane Theatre.] Poets and Profits at Drurt Lane Theatre (q.v.). . . . Sug- gested by F. B. Chatterton. 1875. Renters and lessees. A review of the first judgment in the suit of Dauney v. Chatterton, 1875. [See Drury Lane Theatre.] THEATEICAL LITERATUEE. 45 CHESTER, Miss [1799— ]• A lady who owed her position on the stage chiefly to her remarkable beauty. She first appeared July 3, 1820, at Drury Lane, as Portia. Her readings of Shakespeare to George IV. caused some merriment and scandal. When she died I have been unable to discover. The public and private life of Miss Chester, Private Keader, fee. to our late beloved King, George IV. ; formerly Cbere-amie ;o Mr. Calcraft, M.P. Introducing numerous amatory anecdotes )f His Majesty, at the festive board and private boudoir. London. 1. d. (1830). 8vo. pp. 16. With portrait of Miss Chester as the Widow of Cornhill. 6d. DHBSTBRPIBLD, Earl of. The E of C f d's Speech in the H se of L ds, igainst the Bill for licencing all dramatic performances. To svhich are prefixed, some loose thoughts, that were found in the jloset of a gentleman lately deceased. Dublin: 1749. 8vo. id. A dialogue between the Earl of C d, arid Mr. Garrick, in the Elysian Shades. 1785. [See Gaekick, David.] CHBTWOOD, William Rufus [died 1766]. Originally a bookseller, he became prompter at Drury Lane, where he continued for twenty years. In 1741-2 he went to Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin, in which city he seems to have remained till his death. He was considered a good- tutory and is said to have, instruct ed Ba rry in the rudi- ments of theatrical education. The dramatic congress. A short state of the stage under the present management. 1743. [See Dbuey Lane Theatre.] A GENERAL history of the stage ; (more particularly the Irish theatre) from its origin in Greece down to the present time. With the memoirs of most of the principal performers, that have appeared on the Dublin stage, for the last fifty years. With notes, antient, modem, foreign, domestic, serious, comic, moral, merry, historical, and geographical, containing many theatrical anecdotes ; also several pieces of poetry, never before published. Collected and digested by W. R. Chetwood, twenty years prompter to his Majesty's company of comedians of the Theatre-Royal in Drury-Lane, London. Dublin (Printed by E. Rider, for the author). 1 749. 1 2mo. With portrait of Chetwood, and frontis- piece. This edition is more valuable than the London one, and is very scarce. The London edition, 1749, has no portrait or frontispiece, and the title- 46 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF page is slightly altered. This work has been abused in unmeasured terms, but it contains much valuable information. Laoy (Dublin edit.), los. : Herman (London edit.), lis. The Britisli theatre. Containing the lives of the English dramatic poets; with an account of all their plays. Together with the lives of most of the principal actors, as well as poets. To which is prefixed, a short view of the rise and progress of the English stage. Dublin: 1750. izmo. Another edition — London : 1752. l2mo. Memoirs of the life and vnritings of Ben Jonson (q. v.). 1756. CHEVALIER, W. A. A Tribute to the Shakespeare Memorial at Stratford-on-Avon. Outlines of a Scheme for reforming the Stage, and elevating the actor's calling to the status of a liberal and legitimate profession. London : n. d. 8vo. is. Dedicated to Mr. Gladstone by W. A. Chevalier. CHILDREN. The Children of Apollo : a poem. Containing an impartial review of all the dramatic works of our modem authors and authoresses. Particularly Lady Wallace. Margravine of Anspach. Honourable Major North. Honourable John St. John ..... &c. &c. To which are added, occasional notes. By ■ Esq. Agent to the Sun. London, n. d. (about 1793). 8vo. pp. 60. CHURCHILL, Charles [1731-1764]. , The famous author of the Jtosciad : a dissipated clergyman. The Rosciad. By C. Churchill. The third edition, revised and corrected. London: 1761. 4to. Half-title, i leaf: title, I leaf. pp. 34. IS. 6d. J. 1st edit. 1761 : 8th edit., with large additions, 1763: 9th edit 1765 : another edit. 1772. In the gth edit, the names were printed at full length for the first time. " ' This weU-known satire on the actors was published anonymously in March 1761. Its keen and merciless criticisms caused an awful sensa- tion among the criticised. . It praised Garrick, and most unfairly depre- ciated Barry, Quin, and Mossop. In the " Apology," Smollett, Murphy, and others are viciously handled. These two publications caused a crop of pamphlets. The Apology. Addressed to the Critical Reviewers. By C. Churchill. London 1 761. 4to. Half-title i leaf : title i leaf : pp. 20. IS. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 47 The Examiner. A satire. 1761. [See Murphy, Arthur.] An ode to the Naiads of Fleet Ditch. By Arthur Murphy (q.v.). 1761. A furious attack on Churchill. An epistle to C. Churchill. 1761. [See Lloyd, Kobert.J An epistle to 0. Churchill. By D. Hayes (q.v.). 1761. An epistle to the author of the Rosciad and the Apology. London: 1761. 4to.* The Anti-Rosciad. London: 1761. 4to.* In Field's copy was a note : — " This was written by Dr. Thomas Morell, as he inform'd Mr. Stevens." The Churchiliad : or, a few modest questions proposed to the Reverend Author of the Rosciad. London: 1761. 4to. is. 6d. The author enthusiastically defends Quin, among others. The retort. By T. Vaughan (q.v.). 1761. The Muses' advice. By W. Woty (q.v.). 1761. The triumvirate, a poeticalportrait. London: 1761. 4to.* I have not seen this ; but I believe it to be an attack on Churchill, Oolman, and Robert Lloyd. A PARODY on the Rosciad of ChurchUl. To which, amongst other pieces, are added several occasional essays, addressed to Mr. Lee Lewes, upon his exhibition of Mr. Alexander Stevens's Lec- ture on heads. London : 1780. 4to. Criticises the actors and actresses of the period. GIBBER, Colley [1671-1757]. Colley Gibber is, to those unacquainted with his real character, simply the prince of dullards, v? hom Pope elevated to the throne of Duluess in the second edition of "The Dunciad. " But this is a misconception, for dulness is the last crime of which Gibber could be accused, and indeed it is for levity rather than dulness that he is. noted. He was a good comedian, a clever dramatist, a successful manager, and a keen and accomplished critic. A CLUE to the comedy of the Non-Juror. With some hints of consequence relating to that play. In a letter to N. Rowe, Esq ; Poet Laureat to His Majesty. London (Curll) : 17 18. 8vo. 6d. Half-title : — "A letter to Mr. Kowe concerniilfthe Non- Juror." The title of the second edition(l7l8) begins with " The plot discover'd : 48 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF or, A clue," &o., as in first edition. The half-title is " A clue to the Non-Juror." Gibber's " Non-Juror," produced at Drury Lane, December 6, 1717, was written in favour of the Hanoverian succession, and was vehemently attacked by the Jacobites and Nonjurors. Kowe wrote the prologue, which was very abusive of Nonjurors. This tract is not an attack on the play, but a satire on, it is said, Bishop Hoadly. A LASH for the Laureat : or an address by way of Satyr ; most humbly inscrib'd to the unparallerd Mr. Rowe, on occasion of a late insolent Prologue to the Non- Juror. London (J. Morphew) : 1 7 18. folio. Title, I leaf: Pref. i leaf. pp.8. 6d. A furious attack on Kowe on account of his Prologue. A tract of ex- treme rarity. A coMPLEAT key to the Non- Juror. Explaining the characters in that play, with observations thereon. By Mr. Joseph Gay. The second edioion (sjc). London (Curll) : 17 18. 8vo. pp. 24 including title and half-title. 3rd edition: 1718. Joseph Gay is a pseudonym. Pope is said to be the author of the pamphlet, which is very unfriendly to Gibber. The Theatre-Royal turn'd into a mountebank's stage. In some remarks upon Mr. Gibber's quack-dramatical performance, called the Non- Juror. By a Non- Juror. London (Morphew) : 1718. 8vo. Title 1 leaf. pp. 38. 6d. The Comedy call'd the Non-Juror. Shewing the particular scenes wherein that hypocrite is concern'd. With remarks, and a key, explaiuing the characters of that excellent play. London (printed for J. L.) : 1718. 8vo. pp. 24, including title. 2d. Some cursory remarks on the play call'd the Non- Juror, written by Mr. Gibber. In a letter to a friend. London (Ghetwood) 17 18. 8vo. Dated from Button's Coffee-House and signed " H. S." Very lauda- tory. A jouenet to London. Being part of a comedy written by the late Sir John Vanbrugh, Knt. and printed after his own copy :. which (since his decease) has been made an intire play, by Mr. Gibber, and call'd The provok'd husband, &c. London (Watts) : 1728. 8vo. pp. 51, including title. " The Provok'd Husband," by Vanbrugh and Gibber, was produced at Drury Lane, January 10, 1728; and though Gibber's Nonjuror enemies tried to condemn it, was very successful. This tract shows how much of the play was written by Vanbrugh. Reflections on the principal characters in the Provoked Husband. London: 1728. 8vo.* THEATEICAL LITEEATURE. 49 An apology for the life of Mr. CoUey Gibber, comedian, and ate patentee of the Theatre-Eoyal. Witb an historical view of he stage during his own time. Written by himself. London Printed by John Watts for the author) : 1740. 4to. Port. Second edition, London, 1740, 8vo., no portrait ; third edition, London, 1750, 8vo., portrait; fourth edition, 1756, 2 vols. l2mo., portrait. An J excellent edition was published, Londonj__l822, 8vo., with notes bj_K^ I Bellch ambers and a portrait. The " Apol^y^orms one of Hunt's series of autobiographies, London, 1826. One of the most famous and valuable 11 of theatrical books. An apology for the life of Mr. T , comedian. Being a proper sequel to the Apology for the life of Mr. CoUey Jibber. 1740. (See Gibber, Theophilus.) A BRIEF supplement to CoUey Gibber, Esqjlhis lives of the ate famous Actors and actresses. Si tu scis, melior ego. By] ^.nthony, Vulg6 Tony Aston. CPrinted for the Author, n.pJ Xondon) : n.d. (1747-8). 8vo. pp. 24 including title. A pamphlet of extreme rarity. Isaac Reed purchased a copy in 1769 ; and in 1795 he notes on it that, though he has had it twenty-six years, he has never seen another copy. Reed's copy was bought by Field for 65s., at whose sale, in 1827, Genest bought it for 36s. The tryal of GoUey Gibber, comedian, &c. for writing a book intitled An apology for his life, &c. Being a thorough examina- iion thereof ; wherein he is proved guilty of High Crimes and Misdemeanors against the English language, and in characterising oaany persons of distinction. . . . Together with an indictment 3xhibited against Alexander Pope of Twickenham, Esq ; for npt 3xerting his talents at this juncture : and the arraignment of Greorge Gheyne, Physician at Bath, for the Philosophical, Physical, md Theological heresies, uttered in his last book on Regimen. London (for the author) : 1740. 8vo. pp. vii. 40. is. With motto — ' ' Lo ! He hath written a Book ! " The Dedication is signed " T. Johnson." A most odd production. It seems to be only a pretended attack on Cibber. The Laureat : or, the right side of Colley Cibber, Esq ; con- taining explanations, amendments, and observations, on a book intituled, An apology for the life, and writings of Mr. Colley Dibber. Not written by himself. With some anecdotes of the Laureat, which he (thro' an excess of modesty) omitted. To which is added. The history of the life, manners and writings of .iHsopus the tragedian, from a fragment of a Greek manuscript s so A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF found in the Library of the Vatican ; interspers'd with observa- tions of the translator. London (Eoberts) : 1740. 8vo. is. 6d. A furious attack on Gibber. The Life of jEsopus is a burlesque Life of Gibber. Daniel. 7s. 6d. The history of the stage. Together with the theatrical life of Mr. Colly Gibber. 1 742. [See History.] A LETTER from Mr. Gibber, to Mr. Pope, inquiring into the motives that might induce him in his satyrical works, to be so frequently fond of Mr. Gibber's name. London (Lewis) : 1742. 8vo. IS. Second edition, London, 1744, 8to. ; reprinted, London, 1777, 8vc. In his " Apology " Gibber had bantered Pope rather happily. In revenge Pope gave him special prominence in the fourth book of the " Dunoiad." To this attack Gibber replied in this pamphlet, which galled Pope so much that in the next edition of the "Dunoiad" he dethroned Theobald, and exalted Gibber to the throne of Dulness. The sting of this pamphlet lies in an anecdote told of Pope at a house of iU-fame, in retaliation for his line : " And has not Colley still his lord and whore?" A LETTER to Mr. C — b — r, on his letter to Mr. P London (Eoberts): 1742. 8vo. 26 pp. 6d. Very scarce. Abusive of Pope — laudatory towards Gibber. Difference between verbal and practical virtue. With a prefatory epistle from Mr. G . . . b . . . r to Mr. P. London (Eoberts) : 1 742. Folio. Title i leaf : Epistle i leaf ; pp. 7. Very rare. A rhymed attack on Pope. A BLAST upon Bays ; or, a new lick at the Laureat. Contain- ing, remarks upon a late tatling performance, entitled, A letter from Mr. Gibber to Mr. Pope, &c. And lo there appeared an old looman! Vide the Letter throughout. London (Bobbins) : 1742. 8vo. pp. 26. 6d. A bitter attack on Gibber. Sawney and Colley, a poetical dialogue : occasioned by a late letter from the Laureat of St. James's, to the Homer of Twicken- ham. Something in the manner of Dr. Swift. London (for J. H.) : n.d. (1742). Folio. Title i leaf : pp. 21. is. Very scarce. A coarse and ferocious attack on Pope in rhyme. The egotist : or, Colley upon Gibber. Being his own picture retouch'd, to so plain a likeness, that no one, noio, would have the face to own it, but himself. London (Lewis) : 1743. 8vo. pp. 78 including title, is. THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE 51 Another occasional letter from Mr. Gibber to Mr. Pope. Wherein the new hero's preferment to his throne, in the Dunciad, seems not to be accepted. And the author of that poem his more rightful claim to it, is asserted. "With an expostulatory address to the Reverend Mr. W. W. n, author of the new preface, and adviser in the curious improvements of that satire. By Mr. CoUey Gibber. London (Lewis) : 1744. 8vo. is. The Kev. W. W n is Warburton, This tract was reprinted, Glas- gow, n. d., 8vo. The two " Letters" were reprinted, London, 1777, with, I believe, a curious frontispiece representing the adventure related by Gibber at Pope's expense in the first " Letter." I am not certain whether the frontispiece was issued with the London or Glasgow reprint. I have seen it in copies of both. In Bohn's " Lowndes" (1865) is mentioned a parody on this first "Letter," with the same title, except that "Mrs. Gibber's name " is substituted for " Mr, Gibber's name." Lowndes saya : "A copy is described in Mr. Thorpe's catalogue, p. iv, 1832, 'with the frontispiece of Pope surprized with Mrs. Gibber.' " 1 gravely doubt the existence of any such work, and fancy that this frontispiece is the one just mentioned, but wrongly described. Herman (two Letters, with scarce front.), 403. A LETTER to Colley Gibber, Esq ; on his transformation of King John. London. 1745. 8vo. Gibber's mangling of " King John," entitled " Papal Tyranny in the Reign of King, John," was produced at Govent Garden, February 15, I74S- A NEW book of the Dunciad occasion'd by Mr. Warburton's new edition. 1750. [See "Warburton, William.] Gibber dethroned and Warburton elevated to the throne of Dulnesa. Shakspere's tragedy of Richard iii. .... in comparison with Gibber's alteration. By Thos. Stuaet (q.v.). 1850. GIBBER, Susanna Maria [about 1712-1766]. A very eminent actress : the second wife of Theo. Gibber, who treated her in blackguardly fashion. She was the sister of Dr. Arne. The beggar's pantomime, or the contending columbines. By Lun, Junior. 1736. [See Lun.] Refers to- a quarrel between Mrs. Clive and Mrs. Gibber. The tryal of a cause for criminal Conversation, between Theo- philus Gibber (q.v.) . . , . and William Sloper.. 1739. Four original letters. 1739- (These relate to the divorce iase between TheophUus Gibber and his wife.) 52 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A LETTER of compliment to the ingenious author of a treatise on the passions .... With a few hints on ... . Mrs. C r. 1747. [See FooTE, Samuel.] A POEM to the memory of the celebrated Mrs. Gibber. Lon- don : 1766. 4to. Title I leaf: pp. 7. Attributed to G. Keate. A DIALOGUE in the Shades between the celebrated Mrs. Gibber, and the no less celebrated Mrs. Wofifington, both of amorous memory. London: 1766. 4to.* Genest describes this as a catch-penny production. It contains no information of value, but it is curious and is very rare. GIBBER, Theophilus [1703-1758]. This disreputable son of CoUey Gibber was an actor of undoubted merit in certain parts in comedy, but dissipated habits and extravagance pre- vented his making a good position for himself. He was drowned in crossing to Ireland to fulfil an engagement in Dublin. A LETTEE from Theophilus Gibber, comedian, to John High- more, Esq; 4 pp. folio — undated (1733). An attempted defence of Gibber's con- duct in stirring up the actors of Drury Lane to revolt against Highmore, who had recently purchased a large share in the Patent. (See Highmobe, John.) The tryal of a Cause for Criminal Conversation, between Theo- philus Gibber, Gent, plaintiff, and William Sloper, Esq ; defen- dant. London, (Trott). 1739. 8vo. Gibber, it is said, sold his wife to Sloper, and then brought an action for ;^5000 against him. The jury showed their opinion of his conduct by a verdict for jf 10. Mrs. Gibber continued to live with Sloper, and Theo. brought a second action against him for detaining his wife. In this he got ^500 damages. Teyal of William Sloper Esq. for Criminal Conversation with Mrs. Gibber. London: 1739. 8vo.* Four original letters, viz. two from a husband to a gentleman : and two from a husband to a wife. London. 1739. 8vo. 6d. The letters are from T. Gibber to his wife and Sloper. At the end is a note, stating that intimidation had been used to prevent their publica- tion. This pamphlet and the report of the trial were reprinted, along with two similar cases, at Glasgow : u. d. l2mo. With frontispiece. A SHORT account of another tryal [between Gibber and Sloper]. London : n. d. 8vo.*. I have seen only a slight allusion to this tract, and cannot tell what the correct title is. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 53 The comforts of matrimony; exemplified in the memorable case and trial, lately had upon an action brought by Theo s C r against S , Esq ; for criminal conversation with the plaintiff's wife. Wherein a true and impartial account is given of the occasion which first began the acquaintance between Mr. C-bb-r's wife and the defendant; how they proceeded in their amour; Mr. C-bb-r's taking his wife from him in the country ; his bringing her to Town ; her escape from him ; and lastly, the trial in the Court of King's Bench, with the evidence that was given on both sides. The sixth edition. London (Baker): 1739. 8vo. pp. 37 including title. 6d. Epistle Dedicatory, " To all the unmarried Esquires in Great Britain," signed " Francis Truelove." Extremely rare. Cuckoldom's glory, or the Horns of the Eighteous exalted ; in a sermon preached at Salter's Hall, on Sunday the 29th of Octo- ber, 1738. Dedicated to Mr. Theo C r. London: n. d. (i739)- S^o- With curious frontispiece.* Of extreme rarity. L have never seen a copy. The tryals of two causes, between Theophilus Cibber, Gent. Plaintiff, and William Sloper, Esq; Defendant. The first for Criminal Conversation. The second, for detaining the Plaintiff's wife. London (Trott) 1740. 8vo. pp. 32 including title. 6d. The details given in these reports of the trial are very gross, and the pamphlets are naturally much sought after. As apology for the life of Mr. T C....... comedian. Being a proper sequel to the Apology for the life of Mr. CoUey Cibber, comedian. With an historical view of the stage to the present year. Supposed to be written by himself. In the stile and manner of the Poet Laureat. London (Mechell) : 1740. Svo. 2s. The object of this pamphlet, ascribed to Eielding, is chiefly to ridicule CoUey Gibber's " Apology." Herman, 22b. The buskin and sock; being controversial letters between Mr. Thomas Sheridan, Tragedian, and Mr. Theophilus Gibber, Comedian ; just published in Dublin. Dublin printed ; London (Robinson) : reprinted. 1743. Svo. Title i leaf : pp. 64 (numbered 56 — 33 to 40 repeated), is. Relates to a quarrel between T. Sheridan and Theo. Cibber, who were acting together in Dublin. The former wanted a particular robe for 1 Oato, and, as he could not get it, would not play. Cibber then read j Cato, and acted his own part, Syphax. A vehement paper war ensued. 54 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF CiBBEB and Sheridan : or, the Dublin miscellany. Containing all the advertisements, letters, addresses, replys, apologys, verses, &c. &c. &c. Lately publish'd, on account of the theatric squabble. To which are added, several prologues and epilogues, spoke af the theatre in Smock- Alley, this summer, by Mr. Gibber, some of -which were never before printed. Also, two songs by Mr. Worsdale, one call'd, An act of grace, the poet's release. The other, on the routing of the French forces at Dettingen, &c. Dublin ("Wilson) 1743. i2mo. pp. 79 including title. A SERIO-COMIC apology for part of the life of Mr. Theophilus Gibber, comedian. Written by himself. In which is contained, a prologue, an epilogue, and a poem, wrote on the play of Komeo and Juliet being first revived in 1 744 ; also some addresses to the publick, on different occasions ; likewise original letters that passed between the late Sir Thomas De Veil, and ^Mr. Theo. Gibber, (relating to the stage-act) on a stop being put to the playing at the Hay-Market. Interspersed with memoirs and anecdotes concerning the stage-management and theatrical revolu- tions, in the years 1744, 1745, and i7"46, &c. And cursory '! observations on some principal performers ; particularly Mr. Quin, iJMr. Eyan, Mr. Delane, Mrs. Woffington, Mrs. Ward, and Miss i Bellamy; Mr. Garrick, Mr. Barry, Mrs. Gibber, Mrs. Glive, Mrs. 1 1 Pritchard, and others. Concluding with a copy of verses, called, iThe contrite Comedian's confession. Published with " Romeo & Juliet, a tragedy, revis'd, and alter'd from Shakespear, by Mr. Theophilus Gibber." London, n.d. (1748), 8vo., pp. 108. The "Apology" begins at p. 69. is. 6d. A LICK at a liar : or, calumny detected. Being an occasional letter to a friend from Theophilus Gibber, comedian. London, n. d. (1752). 8vo. 6d. The " liar " is some actor, whom I cannot identify, who had reported that Theo. had run away from Ireland in debt, and had left his bail to pay a debt for him in Liverpool. The lives and characters of the most eminent actors and actresses of Great Britain and Ireland. 1753. [See Booth, Barton.] An epistle from Mr. Theophilus Gibber, to David Garrick, Esq ; to which are prefixed, some occasional verses, petitions, &c. London. 1755. 8vo. Cibbbr's two dissertations on the theatres. With an appendix, in three parts. The whole containing a general view of the THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 55 stage, from the earliest times, to the present : with many curious anecdotes relative to the English theatres, never before pub- lished ; and remarks on the laws concerning the theatres. Lon- don, n. d. (1756). 8vo. 3s. The dissertations are paged separately. Theophilus Gibber, to David Garrick, Esq ; with dissertations on theatrical subjects .... Adorn'd with a frontispiece, and curious copper-plates. London. 1759. 8vo, The frontispiece is a portrait o£ T. Gibber as Antient Pistol. Pagination same as edition of 1756. The title-page of the second dissertation is still dated 1756. Four other illustrations. Herman, 60s. CIRCUS, EOYAL. [See Surrey Theatre.] CLARKSON. Rev. "W. The theatre. By the late Rev. J. Macdonald. With an introduction by Rev. W. Clarkson. 1856. [See Macdonald, Rev. J.] CLAYTON, Ellen Creathorne. Queens of song : being memoirs of some of the most celebrated female vocalists who have appeared on the lyric stage, from the earliest days of opera to the present time. To which is added a chronological list of all the operas that have been performed in Europe. London. 1853. 2 vols. 8vo. With 6 portraits. CLEMENT, Mr. The stage. Three dialogues between Mr. Clement and Mr. Mortimer. 1819. [See Stage.] For a reply to above, see Pltjmptee, James. CLERICUS. Reuares on the Italian opera in Edinburgh; with reference to Dr. Guthrie's proposed " placard," and some observations thereon in a recent letter to the Scotsman. By Clericus, M.A. Edinburgh : 1854. 8vo. Note on title-page — " The profits arising from the sale of this tract will be given to the apprentice school association. " A FEW more words on the introduction of the Italian opera into Edinburgh: or, "Robert the Devil," &c. versus Lazarus. By Clericus, M,A. Edinburgh, 1855. i2mo. 4d. S6 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF CLIFFORD, Henry. A barrister, and the most prominent of the "0. P." rioters. Tor pamphlets regarding him and his connection with the riots, see Covent Gaeden Thbatbe, 1809. OLIVE, Mrs. Catherine [1711-1785]- One of the greatest of comic actresses. The beggar's pantomime, or the contending columbines. [See LuN, Junior.] 1736. The case of Mrs. Clive submitted to' the public. London. 1 744. 8vo. 6d. When Meetwood re-engaged Garrick after the secession, he did not re- engage Mrs. Clive. In this tract she complains of both managers — Rich and Meetwood. CLOSE, Francis, D.D. The stage, ancient and modern ; its tendencies on morals and religion. A lecture by Francis Close, D.D. Dean of Carlisle. London. 1877. Sm. 8vo. A lecture, attacking the stage, which its author published on account of some remarks by the Bishop of Manchester on the other side of the stage controversy. COATES, Robert. The notorious "Amateur of Tashion." He had a passion for exhibiting himself and his diamonds on the stage, and made a fool of himself on every possible opportunity. Charles Mathews, in 1813, burlesqued him on the stage. Report of the extraordinary trial, of Charles Momus, Comedian, for stealing privately from the person of Romeo Lothario Doodle- doo, Esq. certain articles his property. 18 14. [See Mathews, Charles.] COHN. .Albert. Shakbspeaee in Germany in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries : an account of English actors in Germany and the Netherlands and of the plays performed by them during the same period. By Albert Cohn. With two plates of facsimiles. Lon- don. 1865. 4to. Lacy, los, 6d. THEATRICAL LITEEATURE. 57 COLE, John. A publisher or bookseller at Newborough, Scarborough, who dabbled in literature. The talents of Edmund Kean delineated. 181 7. [See Kean, Edmund.] I suppose this to be by Cole. A BIOGRAPHICAL account of Master Herbert, the Infant Roscius ! 1830. [See Heebert, Henry.] Probably by Cole. Critique on the performance of Othello by F. W. Keene Aldridge (q.v.). 1 83 1. Probably by Cole. A CRITIQUE on the perfoimance of Juliana, in " The Honey- moon," by Miss Hilton (q.v.). 1831. COLE, John Wmiam. An actor. He was lessee and manager of the Dublin Theatre. The life and theatrical times of Charles Kean (q.v.). 1859. See also under Caloeaet, J. W., for other writings by Cole. COLEMAN, John, A well-known actor and manager. Memoirs of Samuel Phelps (q.v.). 1886. COLEEIDGE, Samuel Taylor. Notes and lectures upon Shakespeare and some of the old poets and dramatists With other literary remains of S. T. Coleridge Edited by Mrs. H. N. Coleridge. London. 1849. 2 vols. 8vo. COLLIER, Jeremy [1650-1726]. A nonjuring clergyman, whose " Short View " is the most serious attack ever made on the stage in this country. It was replied to by Congreve and other dramatists, but Collier was completely victorious, and the best-proof of his success, and of the necessity for his attack, was the marked improvement in decency which it produced. A SHORT view of the immorality and profaneness of the English stage : together with the sense of antiquity upon this argument. By Jeremy Collier, M.A. The fourth edition. London. 1699. 8vo. 1st edition. London : 1698. 8vo. 5 8 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The immorality of the Bnglisli pulpit, as justly subjected to' the notice of the English stage, as the immorality of the stage is to that of the pulpit. In a letter to Mr. Collier. Occasion'd by the third chapter of his book, entitl'd, A short view of the immo- rality of the English stage, &c. London (no publisher's name) : 1698. 4to. 8 pp. including title. A very weak production. Of the immorality of the pulpit no proofs are advanced. Very scarce. A DEFENCE of dramatick poetry : being a review of Mr. Collier's View of the immorality and profaneness of the stage. London (Whitlock). 1698. 8vo. pp. 118, and 2 leaves of Preface. A FARTHER defence of dramatick poetry : being the second part of the review of Mr. Collier's View of the immorality and profane- ness of the stage. Done by the same hand. London (Whitlock). 1668. 8vo. pp. 72, and 2 leaves of Preface. Two very scarce books. A VINDICATION of the stage, with the usefulness and advan- tages of dramatick representations, in answer to Mr. Collier's late book, entituled, A view of the prophaness and immoraUty, &c. In a letter to a friend. London (Wild) : 1698. Sm. 4to. pp. 29 including title. Amendments of Mr. Collier's false and imperfect citations, &c. from the Old Batchelour, Double Dealer, Love for Love, Mourn- ing Bride. By the author of those plays. London (Tonson). 1698. 8vo. A LETTER to Mr. Congreve on his pretended amendments, &c. of Mr. Collier's Short view of the immorality and prophaneness of the English stage. London (Keble) : 1698. 8vo. pp. 42 including title. Animadversions on Mr. Congreve's late answer to Mr. Collier. In a dialogue between Mr. Smith and Mr. Johnson. With the characters of the present poets ; and some offers towards new- modeling the stage. London (Nutt) : 1698. 8vo. Title i leaf: Dedication 4 leaves : Preface 9 leaves : pp. 88. The Campaigners .... a Comedy. With a familiar preface upon a late reformer of the stage. Written by Mr. D'urfey. 1698. [See D'Urfey, Thomas.] Phaeton : or, the fatal divorce. A tragedy. As it is acted at the Theatre Royal. In imitation of the Antients. With some THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 59 reflections on a book call'd, A short view of tlie immorality and ■prof aneness of the English stage. London (Eoper) : 1698. 4to. Title I leaf : Dedication 3 leaves : Preface, Prologue, Dram. pers. 7 leaves : pp. 33 : Epil. i page. Dedication and preface unsigned. By Charles Gildon. A SHORT vindication of the Relapse and the Provok'd wife, from immorality and prophaneness. By the author. London (Walwyn) : 1698. 8vo. Title i leaf: pp. 79. Beauty in distress. A tragedy With a discourse of the lawfulness & unlawfulness of plays. 1698. [See Motteux, Peter Anthony.] The usefulness of the stage, to the happiness of mankind. To government, and to religion. Occasioned by a late book, "written by Jeremy Collier, M.A. By Mr. Dennis. London (Parker): 1698. 8vo. Title i leaf: Introduction 3 leaves: pp. T43 : errata i page. The stage condemn'd, and the encouragement given to the immoralities and profaneness of the theatre, by the English schools, universities and pulpits, censur'd. King Charles L Sun- days mask and declaration for sports and pastimes on the Sabbath, largely related and animadverted upon. The arguments of all the authors that have writ in defence of the stage against Mr. Collier, consider'd. And the sense [oi the Fathers, Councils, Antient philosophers and poets, and of the Greek and Roman States, and of the first Christian Emperours concerning the drama, faithfully deliver'd. Together with the censure of the English State and of severaV antient and modern divines of the Church of England upon the stage. And remarks on diverse late plays, as also on those presented by the two universities to King Charles L London. 1698. 8vo. The stage acquitted. Being a full answer to Mr. Collier, and the other enemies of the drama. With a vindication of King Charles the Martyr, and the Clergy of the Church of England, from the abuses of a scurrilous book, called. The stage condemned. To which is added, the character of the animadverter, and the Animadversions on Mr. Congreve's answer to Mr. Collier. Lon- don (Barnes): 1699. 8vo. Title i leaf: "To the Reader," 2 leaves : pp. 185. The address to the Reader is signed "A. D.," who says the book is written by a friend. 6o A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A DEPENCK of the Short View of the profaneness and immorality of the English stage, &c. Being a reply to Mr. Congreve's Amend- ments, &o. and to the Vindication of the author of the Eelapse. By Jeremy Collier, M.A. London (Keble). 1699. 8vo. Eeflections on the stage, and Mr. Collyer's Defence of the Short view. By J. Oldmixon (q-v.). 1699. Some remarks upon Mr. Collier's Defence of his Short view of the English stage, &c. in vindication of Mr. Congreve, &c. In a letter to a friend. London (Baldwin) : 1698. 8vo. Title 1 leaf: pp. 18. There must be an error in the date of this. The antient and modern stages survey'd. Or, 'Mr. Collier's View of the immorality and profaness of the English stage set in a true light. Wherein some of Mr. Collier's mistakes are rectified, and the comparative morality of the English stage is asserted upon the parallel. London (Roper) : 1699. 8vo. By James Drake, M.D. A SECOND defence of the Short view of the prophaneness and immorality of the English stage, &c. Being a reply to a book, entituled. The Ancient and modern stages surveyed, &c. By Jeremy Collier, M.A. London 1700. 8vo. Mk, Colliee's dissuasive from the playhouse ; in a letter to a person of quality, occasion'd by the late calamity of the tempest. London (Sare). 1703. 8vo. The person of quality's answer to Mr. Collier's letter. 1704. [See Dennis, John.] Mb. Colliee's dissuasive from the play-house ; in a letter to a person of quality, occasion'd by the late calamity of the tempest. To which is added, a letter written by another hand ; in answer to some queries sent by a person of quality, relating to the irregu- larities charged upon the stage. London (Sare) : 1704. 8vo. pp. 32 including title. The second letter begins on p. 1 7. Collier's letter is exactly as in first edition. The stage-beaux toss'd in a blanket : or, hypocrisie alamode ; expos'd in a true picture of Jerry a pretending scourge to the English stage. A comedy. With a prologue on occasional THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 6i conformity; being a full explanation of the Poussin Doctor's book ; and an epilogue on the Eef ormers. Spoken at tbe Theatre- Eoyal in Drury-Lane. London (Nutt) : 1704. 4to. Whincop attributes it to Tom Brown. A DEFENCE of plays : or, the stage vindicated, from several passages in Mr. Collier's Sbort View, &c. Wherein is ofEer'd, the most probable method of reforming our plays. With a con- sideration how far vicious characters may be allow'd on the stage. By Edward Pilmer, Doctor of the Civil Laws. London (Tonson) : 1707. 8vo. A FARTHER vindication of the Short view of the profaneness and immorality of the English stage, in which the objections of a late book, entituled, A defence of plays, are consider'd. By Jeremy Collier, M. A. London (Sare) : 1708.. Svo. COLLIER, John Payne [1789-1883]. This eminent Shakspearean scholar was a descendant of Jeremy Collier. His works on the history and literature of the stage are invaluable. He edited Gosson's " School of Abuse," Hey wood's "Apology for Actors," Northbrooke's "Treatise on Dicing," &o., "The Alleyn Papers," and "The Diary of Philip Henslowe," for the Shakespeare Society. Punch and Judy, with illustrations designed and engraved by Greorge Cruikshank. Accompanied by the dialogue of the puppet- show, an account of its origin, and of puppet-plays in England. London. 1828. Svo. With illustrations. Written by J. Payne Collier. The history of English dramatic poetry to the time of Shake- speare : and annals of the stage to the Restoration. By J. Payne Collier, Esq., r.S. A London: 1831. 3 vols. Svo. With cut on title-page of each vol. (Published at 31s. 6d.) 2d edit. : — London: 1879. 3 vols. 4to. Herman, ( 1st edit.) 46s. Memoirs of Edward Alleyn (q.v.). 1841. Memoirs of the principal actors in the plays of Shakespeare. By J. Payne Collier, Esq., P.S.A. London (Shakespeare Society) : 1846. Svo. COLMAN Family. Memoirs of the Colman Family, including their correspondence with the most distinguished personages of their time. By Eichard Brinsley Peake. London. 1841. 2 vols. Svo. With portraits of the Elder and Younger Colman. 62 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF COLMAN, Francis. Posthumous letters, from various celebrated men; addressed to Francis Colman, and George Colman, tlie Elder. 1820. COLMAN, George, the Elder [i733-i794]- A noted dramatist and manager. He was a partner in the management of Covent Garden from 1767 to 1774, where his quarrels with his partners occasioned some lively pamphlets. In 1777 he took the Haymarket from Foote, and was the means of introducing many famous performers to the stage. He became imbecile before his death. Critical reflections on the old English dramatick writers; intended as a preface to the works of Massinger. Addressed to David Garrick, Esq ; London: 176 1. 8vo. Issued as Preface to the 1761 re-issue of Coxeter's edition of Massin- ger's Plays. 1759- 4 vols. 8vo, George Colman, Esq ; analysed ; being a vindication of his Jealous Wife, against his malicious aspersions. With a dedica- tion to the celebrated Philobiblian. London: 1761. Svo. 2nd edit, with " A Key, by the author, never before printed." 1761. Svo. This tract seems to be a burlesque attack on the " Jealous Wrfe," in banter of the critical reviewers. The triumvirate, a poetical portrait. 1761. [See Churchill, Charles.] Colman's " Jealous Wife " is mentioned with praise in the " Rosoiad." Foe pamphlets relating to the quarrels between him and his partners, see Covent Gaeden Theateb (1768). Resignation ; or Majesty in the Dumps ; an Ode. Addressed to George Colman, Esq. Late manager of the Theatre Eoyal in Covent- Garden. London: 1774. ,4to. is. Has unfriendly reference to Colman's retirement from Covent Garden. The Spleen : or, the offspring of folly. A lyri-comi-tragic tale. In four cantos. Cum notis variorum. Dedicated to George Colman, Esq. Author of The Spleen, a comic piece, performed with wonderful success at Drury-Lane Theatre. De te fabula narratur. London: 1776. 4to. Satirical frontispiece. Dedication signed John Kubrick. Lettee to George Colman by Martin Sheelock (q.v.). 1778. THEATRICAL LITERATUEE. 63 Some particulars of tiie life of the late George Colman, Esq. Written by himself, and delivered by him to Eichard Jackson, Esq. (one of his executors,) ior publication after his decease. London. 1795. i2mo. Portrait. Particulars relating to Colman's private affairs, tlie interest of which to the public is difficult to see. Posthumous letters, from various celebrated men; addressed to Francis Colman, and George Colman, the Elder : with annota- tions, and occasional remarks, by George Colman, the Younger. Exclusive of the letters, are, an explanation of the motives of William Pulteney (afterwards Earl of Bath) for his acceptance of a peerage ; and papers tending to elucidate the question relative to the proportional shares of authorship to be attributed to the Elder Colman and Garrick, in the comedy of the Clandestine marriage. London. 1820. 4to. Herman, 20s. COLMAN, George, the Younger [1762-1836]. Son of the preceding. Succeeded him in the management of the Haymarket. He was a very successful dramatist ; hia " Heir at Law," "Poor Gentleman," &c. still holding the stage. He was made Examiner of Plays, in which foolish office he behaved with great arrogance. The Iron Chest : a play ; in three acts. Written by George Colman, the Younger. With a preface. First represented at the Theatre-Eoyal, in Drury-Lane, on Saturday, 12th March, 1796. "The principal characters" "By Mr. Kemble," &c. Drury-Lane play-bill. "I had as lieve the Town-Crier had spoke my lines." — Shak- London, 1796. 8vo. pp. xxiv. 126. 2s. This play is made famous by its preface, in which Kemble is grossly attacked for having killed the play by his bad acting. Colman produced it at his own theatre — 29th August 1796 — with Elliston in Kemble's place, when it was successful. A second edition was then published (1796), "With a Preface and Postscript." In the third edition (1798) Motto, Preface, Advertisement, and Postscript are withdrwn. The second edition is the scarcer one. Remarks on Mr. Colman's preface. Also a summary compari- son of the play of the Iron Chest with the novel of Caleb Williams. Originally written for, and inserted in, the Monthly Mirror ; and -4- 64 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF now re-published (by permission of the proprietors) with altera- tions and additions. By a gentleman of the Middle Temple. London, n. d. (1796). 8vo. is. Attributed to Litchfield, proprietor of the Monthly Mirror. The preface to The Iron Chest. A satirical poem. "Written by Thinks-I-to-myself — who? London, n. d. (1796). 8vo. 6d. Principally an attack on Colman, but Kemble also is treated with very scant courtesy. Caleb Quotem and his wife ! an opera. By Henry Lee (q.v.). 1808. To this there is a preface accusing Oolman of stealing the character of Caleb Quotem, in "The Review," from this opera. PosTHUMOiTS letters . . . addressed to Francis Colman, and George Colman, the Elder (q.v.) : with annotations ... by George Colman, the Younger. 1820. Re-tected passages in Alasco ; with comments on the conduct of Colman. 1824. [See Shee, Martin Archer.] See also the play "Alasco," by Shee. Random records ; by George Colman, the Younger. London. 1830. 2 vols. 8vo. Portrait. Genest says of this work that Colraan's "theatrical information is of no great importance — his morality (see what he says of Terence) is disgusting — Valverde moralising ! " COMEDIAN. The Comedian's tales ; or, Jests, Songs, and pleasant adventures of several famous players. London: 1729. Sm. 8vo. Frontispiece. " Excessively rare. I never saw another copy. This curious volume is full of low humour, and contains some odd anecdotes of the old actors, Spiller, Joe Haynes, A. Leigh, and others, nowhere else to be found. " — MS. note in Daniel's copy, which sold for 58s. The case of the comedians. 1 733. [See Deuey Lane Theatee.] COMPTON, Charles. Memoir of Henry Compton (q.v.). Edited by Charles and Edward Compton. 1879. COMPTON, Edward. Son of Henry Compton : himself a most promising and talented actor. Mbmoie of Henry Compton (q.v.). Edited by Charles and Edward Compton. 1879. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 65 OMPTON, Henry [1805-1877]. A very great actor : one of the few whom we can fancy in such com- pany as Garrick and his associates. In all he did he was a thorough artist, and may fairly be considered the greatest comedian this century has produced. He was a good man and a gentleman. His real name was Charles Mackenzie. Memoir of Henry Compton. Edited by Charles and Edward ompton. With, anecdotes and personal recollections of the emi- Bnt comedian by Mrs. W. H. Kendal (Miss Madge Robertson), [essrs. E. L. Blanchard, F. C. Bumand, Henry J. Byron, E. rudenell Carter, "W. Chippendale, Henry Howe, Henry Irving, harles Mathews, J. E. Planch^, Tom Taylor, J. L. Toole, and [ermann Vezin. London. 1879. ^^°- With photographic 3rtrait. ONGREVE, Francis Aspry. J— Authentic memoirs of the late Mr. Charles Maokltn (q.v.). 798. ONGREVE, William [1670-1729]. Letters written by and between [r. Congreve, and Mr. Dennis (q.v.). 1696. Amendments of Mr. Collier's false and imperfect citations, &c. om the Old Batchelour, Double Dealer, &c. 1698. [See Collier, sremy.] A LETTER to Mr. Congreve on his pretended amendments, &c. ' Mr. Collier's Short view. 1698. [Ibid.] Animadversions on Mr. Congreve's late answer to Mr. Collier. 598. [Ibid.] A defence of the Short view of the prof aneness and immorality the English stage, &c. Being a reply to Mr. Congreve's mendments, &c. 1699. [Ibid.] Some remarks upon Mr. Collier's Defence ... in vindication Mr. Congreve. 1698. [Ibid.] The stage acquitted ... To which is added, the character of e Animadverter, and the Animadversions on Mr. Congreve's nswer to Mr. Collier. 1699. [Ibid.] 66 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A POEM to the memory of Mr. Congreve. Inscribed to her Grace, Henrietta, Dutchess of Marlborough. London (Millan). 1729. 8vo. 6d. Reprinted by the Percy Society. London, 1 843. 8vo. Edited by Peter Cunningham, who attributes it to-James Thomson. Mr. Congreve' s last wiU and testament, with characters of his writings. By Mr. Dryden, Sir Richard Blackmore, Mr. Addison and Major Pack. , To which are added, two pieces, viz. I. Of rightly improving the present time. An Epistle from Mr. Congreve to the B,ight Honourable Bichard Lord Viscount Cobham. IL The Game of Quadrille. An Allegory. London (Curll). 1729. 8vo. IS. Memoirs of the life, writings, and amours of William Congreve Esq; interspersed with miscellaneous essays, letters, and char- acters, written by him. Also some very curious memoirs of Mr. Dryden and his family, with a character of him and his writings, by Mr. Congreve. Compiled from their respective originals, by Charles Wilson, Esq ; London (no name) : 1730. 8vo. Portrait by Van der Gucht, 5 s. Lacy, 4s. Sotheby's, 9th March 1876, lis. OONWAY, William Augustus [1791-1828]. An unfortunate actor, who drowned himself ofif Charleston. He was of gigantic height, and very handsome, but a bad actor. The gibes of the press at his expense are said to have crazed him. Love letters of Mrs. Piozzi, written when she was eighty, to W. A. Conway. 1843. [See Piozzi, Hester Lynch.] COOK, Button. A learned critic and dramatic historian, whose "Nights at the Play'' is a contribution of the utmost value to the history of the contemporary stage. He died in 1883, aged fifty-five. A BOOK of the play : studies and illustrations of histrionic story, life, and character. By Dutton Cook London. 1876. 2 vols. 8vo. HorRS with the players. By Dutton Cook London. 1 88 1. 2 vols. 8vo. Nights at the play A view of the English stage. By Dutton Cook London: 1883. 2 vols. 8vo. A selection from criticisms contributed to the Pall Mall Gazette and the World, from 1867 to 1881. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 67 OOKB, George Frederick [1756-1812]. An actor of real genius, who for some time was the rival of John Kemble ; but his dissipated habits ruined his reputation, and ultimately killed him. He was great in the same class of parts as Maoklin. Eemaeks on the character of Richard the third ; as played by ooke and Kemble (q.v.). 1801. Kemble & Cooke : or, a critical review of Remarks c. 1 80 1. [See Kemble, John Philip.] The life of George Frederic Cooke, Esq. (the legitimate suc- sssor to Garrick, Macklin, and Henderson) late of the Theatre- ,oyal, Covent-Garden ; and of New York, Philadelphia, &c. ontaining an account of the whole of his theatrical career from is first treading the boards, down to his final dramatic exit, at ihode Island, in America : the various characters he performed : ith critical remarks upon his genius, taste, judgment, and talents 3 an actor : reviewing his beauties defects eccentricities infirmi- ^es wit sarcasms urbanity, and benevolence : interspersed with variety of original, interesting, witty, humourous, and pathetic aecdotes, among whom are the most prominent, [here follows a 'st of anecdotes]. With an account of the mortality of the stage, numerating the loss it has sustained within the last forty years, idependent of secession, &c. including some observations on its resent degeneracy ; the whole forming a most interesting piece f theatrical biography, of that extraordinary man ! Embellished ith a highly coloured humourous print, engraved by Mr. G. ruickshank, representing The whiskey-shop in an uproar ; or, le grand climacteric of a tragedian! London (Egan) : 1813. vo. Frontispiece. Memoirs of George Fred. Cooke, Esq. late of the Theatre Loyal, Covent Garden. By William Dunlap, Esq. Composed rincipally from the personal knowledge of the author, and from le manuscript journals left by Mr. Cooke. Comprising original aecdotes of his theatrical contemporaries, his opinions on various ramatic writings, &o. London. 1813. 2 vols. 8vo. Portrait. IS. The second edition (1815—2 vols. 8vo.) has a slightly different title- page. Lacy, 15s. lOOKE, James. The stage. Its present state, and prospects for the future. ly James Cooke, editor of the " Odd Fellow." London, n. d. [840). 8vo. 6d. 68 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF COOKE, Thomas. The triumphs of love and honour, a play, as it is acted by His Majesty's Servants, at the Theatre-Koyal, in Drury-Lane. To which are added, Considerations on the stage, and on the advan- tages which arise to a nation from the encouragement of arts. By Mr Cooke. London (Roberts) : 1731. 8vo. is. 6d. COOKB, WiUiam [of the Middle Temple]. The elements of dramatic criticism. Contaiaing an analysis of the stage under the following heads, Tragedy, Tragi-comedy, Comedy, Pantomime, and Farce. With a sketch of the education of the Greek and Roman actors ; concluding with some general instructions for succeeding in the art of acting. London. 1775. 8vo. \-' Memoirs of Charles Macklin (q.v.). 1804. --{— Memoirs of Samuel Foote (q.v.). 1805. COPPINGBR, Matthew. The life of Mat. Coppinger, once a player in Bartholomew Fair, and since turned Bully, executed' at Tyburn, 27 Feb. 1695. London: 1695. 8vo.* This title is taken from Daniel's catalogue, in which the book is described as "Unique." Yet it, together with "Spiller's Life," only brought 12a. Coppinger published, in 1682, a volume of "Poems, Songs and Love- verses, upon several subjects. By Matthew Coppinger, Gent." CORK. The budget. 1815. [See Theatrical, 1815.] A reprint of correspondence on the stage, which appeared in the Cork papers. CORNUCOPIA. The Cornucopia ; or, literary and dramatic mirror, containing a variety of interesting subjects under the head of miscellanies. Embellished with coloured engravings, illustrative of interesting dramatic incidents, designed and engraved by J. Findlay. London. 1826. Small 4to. Thirteen monthly numbers, the first and second published at is. 6d., the rest at 6d. ist No. September 1820. 13th No. September 1821. A title-page and index is given to these thirteen numbers, and I suppose them to be all published. It is very curious that the title-page should be dated 1826. The coloured illustrations are scenes from plays. THEATRICAL LITEEATUEE. 69 3UNTRY. The Country correspondent : letters from a country gentleman a friend in town. London: 1739. 8vo. A general title. The following are titles of particular parts : — The Country correspondent : humbly address'd to Gustavus asa, Esq. London. 1739. [See Brooke, Henry.] Number I"V. of the Country Correspondent : or, the stage- onitor. [To be continued occasionally.] By Tho. Earl, Esq. )ndon. 1739 (Aug. 14). 8vo. The theatrical matter in this number consists chiefly of a notice of the forthcoming production of "The Careless Husband " at Covent Garden. DURTNBY, . The association of theatrical opposers, or Bristol in commotion [ainst the Muses. [By Courtney.] 1773. 8vo.* OUTTS, Mrs. [See Mellon, Harriot.] OUTTS, Thomas. For pamphlets regarding his connection with Miss" Mellon, e Mellon, Harriot. OVBNT GARDEN THEATRE. The first Covent Garden Theatre was built by Rich, and opened 7th December 1732. From Rich's death, in December 1761, until 1767, his son-in-law, Beard, was manager. Then Colman^ Powell, Harris, and Rutherford became proprietors, and their quarrels produced many pam- phlets. Harris was the next manager, and he improved the theatre in 1 792. But bis improvements and the raising of the prices caused a riot. In 1803 John Kemble became part-proprietor. In 1808 the theatre was burnt, and at the reopening in 1809 the famous O.P. Riots occurred. The theatre was again burned down on 6th March 1856. Tybanny triumphant ! remarks on the famous rtel lately agreed on by the masters of the two theatres. 1 743. ee Deury Lane Theatre.] The dramatic congress. A short state of the stage under the esent management. 1 743. [See Drury Lane Theatre.] The case between the managers of the two theatres, and their incipal actors, fairly stated. 1 743. [See Drury Lane Theatre.] The disputes between the managers of the theatres, and their tors adjusted. 1744. [See Drury Lane Theatre.] 70 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The Eosoiad of Covent-Garden. By H. J. Pye (q.v.). 1762.. An historical and succinct account of the late riots at the theatres of Drury-Lane and Covent-Garden. 1763. [See Gakeick, David.] This riot, headed by. Titzpatriolc, followed on the Drury Lane riot, particulars of which are given under Gakeick. Theatrical disquisitions with a short appendix, relative to the more flagrant disturbance committed at Covent- Garden Theatre. 1763. [See Gakeick, David.] Fizgig, or the modern Quixote, a tale : relative to the late disturbances, at Drury-Lane and Covent-Garden Theatres. 1763. [See Garrick, David.] Thespis": or, a critical examination into the merits of all the principal performers belonging to Covent-Garden Theatre. By Hugh Kelly (q.v.). 1767. A narrative of the rise and progress of the disputes subsisting between the patentees of Covent-Garden theatre. London. 1768. 4to. (By T. Harris and J. Rutherford.) These disputes arose really from the attempt made by Harris to force his mistress, Mrs. Lessingham, into parts she could not play. Legal pro- ceedings were taken, and harmony was not restored until Harris quarrelled with Mrs. Lessingham. A TRUE state of the differences subsisting between the proprie- , tors of Covent-Garden theatre ; in answer to a false, scandalous, and malicious manuscript libel, exhibited on Saturday, Jan. 23, and the two following days ; and to a printed narrative, signed by T. Harris and J. Rutherford. By George Colman. London. 1768. 4to. (Signed by Colman and Powell.) A LETTER from T. Harris, to G. Colman, on the affairs of Covent-Garden theatre. To which is prefixed, an address to the public. London. 1768. 4to. is. 6d. T. Harris dissected. By G. Colman. London. "1768. 4to. Animadversions on Mr. Colman's True state, &c. With some remarks on his little serious piece called The Oxonian in town. London. 1768. 4to. Unfriendly to Colman. The conduct of the four managers of Covent-Garden theatre THEATRICAL LITEEATUEE. 71 reely and impartially examined, both with regard to their pre- ent disputes, and their past management. In an address to hem, by a frequenter of that theatre.. London. 1768. 4to. is. An epistle to G. Colman, from W. Kenrick. London. 1768. l.to. The Managers, a comedy, as it is acted in Covent- Garden. London: 1768. 4to.* The managers managed : or, the characters of the four Kings )f Brentford. London. 1768. 4to. A rhymed attack upon all the contending parties, describing each of them in the most uncomplimentary manner. Prefixed is a short Address to Kenrick. Eesignation ; or Majesty in the dumps ; an ode. Addressed ;o George Colman (q.v.). 1774. A LETTER to the patentees of Covent Garden Theatre, on the jonduct of Mr. Hareis (q.v.). 1780. A Vindication pf a right in the public to a one shilling gallery sither at the new Theatre Royal in Covent-Garden, or somewhere slse, London: 1792. 8vo. When Harris altered the theatre, he abolished the upper gallery, and made 2s. the lowest admission. He had, however, to build a shilling gallery. This tract is attributed to Jesse Poot. Truth and treason ! Or a narrative of the Eoyal procession to the House of Peers, OStober the 29th, 1795. To which is idded, an account of the martial procession to Covent-Garden Theatre, on the evening of the 30th. N. p. (London.) 1795. Bvo. A statement of the differences subsisting between the proprie- tors and performers of the Theatre-Royal, Covent-Garden. Given in the correspondence which has passed between them. By John lohnstone, Joseph George Holman, Alexander Pope, Charles [ncledon, Jos. S. Munden, John Fawcett, Thomas Knight, Henry Erskine Johnston. Third edition. London. 1800. 8vo. This dispute arose from the dislike of the actors to new restrictions on their power of giving orders for admission, to a change in the charge for benefits, Sec. They submitted a case to the Marquis of Salisbury, then Lord Chamberlain, who practically decided against them. This pamphlet is attributed to Holman. Elbow room, a pamphlet ; containing remarks on the shameful 72 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF increase of the private boxes of Covent Garden. By Thomas GiLLiLAND (q.v.). 1804. The infant E,oscius ; or, an inquiry into the requisites of an actor : comprising . . . strictures on the present state of the Covent Garden Company, &c. By T. Harral. 1804. [See W. H. W. Betty.] Account of the burning of Covent Garden Theatre. London : 1808. 8vo.* It is probable that the wad of a gun fired in " Pizarro '" was the cause of the fire which destroyed the theatre, 20th September 1808. Statement of the conflagration of Covent Garden Theatre. London: 1808. 8vo. With plate.* A DETAILED statement of the losses of the several performers of Covent Garden Theatre in the late fire. To which is added, the examination before the Magistrates relative to its origin; with the charge of the Coroner to the Jury. London : 1809. 8vo. 2S.* The rebuilding of the theatre was inaugurated by a great Masonic demonstration on 30th December 1808, and the Prince of Wales laid the foundation-stone. The opening night was 18th September 1S09, when the increase in the price of admission and in the number of private boxes led to the disgraceful "O.P." or "Old Price" Riots, which lasted for sixty-seven nights. The advanced prices were 7s. for the boxes, and 4s. 1 for the pit. Previously they had been 6s. and 3s. 6d. respectively. In ! the end the proprietors were forced to give way ; the private boxes were I reduced in number, and the prices were fixed at 7s. and 3s. 6d. The ''riots were renewed at the beginning of the next season, because the private I'lboxes were not sufficiently reduced in number; and the rioters again ■carried their point. A SHORT address to the public on the raising the prices at Covent Garden Theatre. London : 1809. 8vo.* The rebellion ; or, all in the wrong. A serio-comic hurly-burly, in scenes, as it was performed for two months at the New Theatre Royal, Covent-Garden, by His Majesty's Servants, the players, and his liege subjects, the public. To which is added, a poetical divertisement, concluding with a panoramic view of the new theatre, in prose. Second edition. London. 1809. 8vo. Nearly the whole of this'pamphlet is taken from the Memoranda drama- tica of The Monthly Mirror. Theatrical taxation ; which embraces reflections on the state of property in the Theatre-Eoyal, Covent-Garden, and the en- gagement of Madame Catalani : also, an analysis of the grounds THEATEICAL XITEEATUKE. 73 pon which the proprietors have been induced to raise the prices f admission to the pit and boxes of that Theatre. By Theatricus. iondon. n. d. (1809). 8vo. is. 6d. A defence of the new prices. The author attributes much of the oppo- sition to Taylor, the lessee of the Opera House, who was annoyed at the engagement of Catalani at Covent Garden. Strictures on the engagement of Madame Catalani. London : 809. 8vo.* The engagement of Catalani was one of the grievances of the rioters. The statement of a few facts, and an impartial appeal on the ubject at issue between the public and the proprietors of the )heatre-Eoyal, Covent-Garden. By Candidus. London : n. d. 1809). 8vo. IS. In favour of the management. Old Prices : comprising an answer to the pamphlets in favour if the imposition, entitled " Theatrical Taxation," and " The tatement of a few facts, and an impartial appeal on the subject it issue between the public and Covent Garden Theatre." London : [809. 8vo. Justice and Generosity against Malice, Ignorance, and Poverty : tr, an attempt to shew the equity of the new prices at the Theatre iloyal, Covent Garden. By Attalus. London : 1809. 8vo. is. The theatric count, a tragic comedy, in five acts; from the )rgoglio Cupitoso, Conte teatrino, of Gonzago Biochieri. Adapted or representation on the English stage. London : 1809. 8vo.* A PEEP into the Treasury of Covent Garden Theatre. London : 1. d. (1809). 8vo.* Beason versus Passion, or an impartial review of the dispute )etween the public and the proprietors of Covent Garden Theatre. [;ondon: n. d. (1809). 8vo. 2s.* The uproar, or John Bull and the manager, London : n. d. 1809). 8vo. With plate.* The 0-Poeiad, a satire. By a mad bull. London : 18 10. Ivo. IS. Against the new prices. " The Old Price " — iad, or Thespian Bear garden. London : L d. (1809). 4to.* ' 74 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Remarks on the cause of dispute. London: n. d. (1809). 8vo. With plate by Cruitshank.* "What do you want?" A poetical epistle from an O.P. London ; n. d. (1809). 8vo.*' One night, while the riot raged, Keinble, instead of asking ''what the pleasure of the audience was?" asked "What is it that you want?" This was seized upon as want of respect. O.P. 's manual. Londpn : 1809. 8vo.* CoNSiDEEATiONS On the past and present state of the stage; ■with reference to the late contests at Covent Garden ; to which is added, a plan for a new theatre for the purpose of hearing plays. London: 1809. 8vo. Title i leaf: dedication i leaf: pp. 58. 2.S. 6d. Unfriendly to the managers of Covent Garden. Its real purpose is to advocate a small theatre, in which it would be possible to bear what is said on the stage. Covent Garden Theatre. The Speech of Sir Yicary Gibbs, Knt. His Majesty's Attorney-general, in the Court of King's Bench at Westminster, on Monday the 20th November, 1809, on moving for a rule to shew cause why a criminal information should not be filed against Henry Olififord, Esq. and others. Accurately and impartially taken in short hand, by Mr. Farqu- harson. London. 1809. 8vo. The above rule was made absolute on 28th November, and the trial was to come on in the next session. The whole proceedings on trial of an action brought by Henry Clifford, Esquire, against Mr. James Brandon, for an assault and false imprisonment. Before Sir James Mansfield, Knight, and a special jury in the Court of Common Pleas, on Tuesday the 5th day of December, 1809. Taken in short hand by Messrs. Blanohard and B^msey. London. 1809. 8vo. Clifford for ever ! O.P. and no P.B. The Trial between H. Clifford, plaintiff, and J. Brandon, defendant, for an assault and false imprisonment, as the plaintiff was quitting Covent Garden Theatre, October 31, 1809. With the speeches of counsel, and charge to the jury. Which was tried before Sir James Mans- field, and a special jury, in the Court of Common Pleas, Westminster, Dec. 5. 1809. London : n. d. (1809). 8vo. 6d. Clifford was a barrister, and the ringleader of the rioters. He won this action : damages £5. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 75 The victory of the O.P's; an account of the O.P. dinner. London: 1809. 8vo.* At a dinner held on 14th December at the Crown and Anchor Tavern, Clifford in the chair, Kemble attended, and peace was made. A GENUINE collection of O.P. songs, whimsical and satirical, among which are many originals, never before printed. (Here follows list of songs, &c.) To which is added the. toasts and sentiments, given by the O.P.'s, at the Crown & Anchor Tavern, before and after the reconciliation. Also the terms of peace. London, n. d. (1809). 8vo. 6d. A JOURNAL of the war, carried on in the New Theatre Royal, Covent Garden, from the iSth of September to the i8th of November 1809. London : 1809. 8vo.* A SERIES of letters on the late Theatric Festival, interspersed with remarks on som6 serio-comic pantomimes fresh in the memory. By Mad Tom, " A daring, obstinate enthusiast." London: 1810. 8vo. 3s. Attributed to Sowerby. The Eise, progress, and termination of the O.P. War, in poetic epistles, or Hudibrastic letters, from Ap Simpkins in Town, to his friend Ap Davies in Wales ; including all the best songs, placards, toasts, &c. &c. which were written, exhibited, and given on the occasion ; with illustrative notes, by Thomas Tegg. London. 18 10. i2mo. 5 s. I believe that this should have a folding frontispiece ; but I have never seen a copy with it. A POETICAL epistle to Henry Clifford, Esq. on the late disturb- ances ia Covent Garden Theatre. Edinburgh. 1810. 8vo. pp. 8. {puhlished at 2s. ! !) A most extravagant eulogy of Clifford. A LETTER to John Kemble, Esq. upon the present disturbances at the Theatre Eoyal, Covent Garden ; with some hints for the better accommodation of the public. By Verus Amicus. Lon- don. 1809. 8vo. Begad hints at retirement, an ode to a tragedy king, addressed to J. P. Kemble, Esq. author of the Eow, and principal manager of the revels at Covent-Garden. By a theatrical rebel. London : n. d. (1809). 8vo. IS. The tone of this pamphlet may be gathered from the motto on the title- page : " This fact know, John, the public can dispense, Both with thine acting and impertinence ! " 76 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF . The Covent Garden journal. Embellished with four views. London. 1810. 8vo. May be bound as one or two volumes, it being paged continuously. Published at 26s. 6d. ; large paper, 44s. 6d. Elephantasmagoria, or the Covent-Garden elephant's entrance into Elysium, being a letter from the shade of Garriok to John Philip Kemble, Esq. London: 181 2. 8vo.* CovENT-Garden theatrical gazette. (No title-page.) London. 1816-7. ^^°- A daily publication, price 3d., consisting of 8 pages ; the first of which has the bill of the play for the day of its publication, and the remaining pages are occupied with a resumi of the plots of the pieces announced. 1st No., Monday, 9th September 1816 ; 148th No., Wednesday, 9th April 18:7. So far as I know, these are all published. The theatrical house that Jack built. With thirteen cuts.. London. 1819. 8vo. is. An attack on the management of Covent Garden ; Fawcett, the actor, and Brandon, the box-keeper, are specially abused. A PLAIN statement of facts ; containing the whole of the par- ticulars relative to the various circumstances which have hitherto transpired connected with the existing differences between the present management of Covent Garden Theatre and Mr. James Brandon : interspersed with remarks on the impolicy of again risking another theatrical war, alias an O. P. row 1 By an 0. P. amateur. London. 1823. 8vo. 6d. Charles Kemble and the other managers alleged misconduct against Brandon, and tried to eject him, but he declined to go. How the matter ended I cannot trace. Recollections of The Scenic Effects of Covent Garden Theatre during the season 1838-9 Dedicated (by permission) to W. C. Macready Esqr. by G. S. London 1839. Obi. folio. By a. Scharf. The management of Covent Garden Theatre vindicated from the attack of an anonymous critic, in a letter to the editor of the " Cambridge Advertiser." By James Orchard Halliwell, Esq. London: 1841. 8vo.* Not printed for sale. In answer to an attack on his critical opinions. The attack was entitled " Madame Vestris and the National Theatre," and attacked Madame Vestris. COVENTRY MYSTERIES. [See Halliwell, J. O.] THEATEICAL LITEKATUEE. 77 30WBLL, Joe [1791-1863]. A well-known comedian. Thirty years passed among the players of England and America. By Joe Oowell. London : 1824. 8vo.* 30WLBY, Mrs. Hannah, Albina, Countess Raimond ; a tragedy, by Mrs. Cowley : as it s performed at tlie Theatre-Eoyal in the Hay-market. London. 1779. 8vo. The preface relates a series of real or supposed injuries done by Sheridan and Harris to Mrs. Cowley. She insinuates, apparently, that her play had been shown by the managers to Miss Hannah More, who had stolen from it parts of "Percy" and "The Fatal Falsehood." The two ladies engaged in a war in the newspapers. COX, Alderman Eobert Albion. EoR numerous tracts relating to the trial of Edmund Kean for crim. con. with Mrs. Cox, see KEACf, Edmund, COX, Mrs, [See above.] CRAWFORD, Ann [about 1 734-1801]. A famous actress alike in tragedy and comedy. She married, first. Dancer, an actor ; next, Spranger Barry ; and last, one Crawford, an Irish barrister, who treated her badly, Rosalind : or, an apology for the history of a theatrical lady. Dublin: 1759, izmo. is. A biography of Mrs. Dancer and her husband, having special reference to a scandal caused by her supposed elopement with Poicteur, a dancer. One of the epigrams On the subject began with the line — " When Rosalind chose from Champansi to fly.'' Granny's prediction revealed to the Widow Brady, of Drury Lane Theatre. London: 1773. 4to.* An attack on Mrs. Crawford (then Mrs. Barry) by her relative, Mrs Franohett, I have never seen a copy of this tract, which is practically introvMabie, so I cannot say to what it refers. Mrs. Barry was the original Widow Brady in the " Irish Widow." A REVIEW of Mrs. Crawford, and Mrs. Siddons, in the character of Belvidera : in a letter to a gentleman at Bath. London : 1782, 8vo. Exceedingly rare. Written in the interests of Mrs. Crawford. Sub- joined is a poem on " Genius and Fame," addressed to Mrs. Crawford, by Mr. W. of Edinburgh. 78 A BLBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF CRITIC. The critic : a journal of theatricals, music, and the exhibitions. London. 1843. 8vo.* No. I. Saturday, 7th October 1S43, 2d. No. 19. Saturday, loth February, 1844, 2d. OROKER, John Wilson. Pamiliae epistles to Frederick J s, Esq. on the present state of the Irish stage. Dublin. 1804. i2mo. These celebrated Epistles, written by John Wilson Croker, raised a tremendous storm in Dublin theatrical society, and were the cause of many pamphlets. There were at least four editions at the time, and a reprint in 1875. All the tracts relating to this matter are of the greatest rarity, and hardly ever appear in catalogues. Herman, los. Second edition. An answer to Familiar epistles to Frederick J s, Esq. on the present state of the Irish stage. Dublin. 1804. i2mo. pp. 24. (Published at is. id.) The Thespiad, a poem in answer to the author of six Familiar epistles addressed to F. Jones, Esq. patentee of the Theatre Royal, Dublin &c. on the present state of the Irish stage; in which the comparative merits of the London and Dublin players are depicted. London: 1804. 4to. 2s. 6d.* A FEW reflections, occasioned by the perusal of a work, entitled, " Familiar epistles to Frederick J s Esq. on the present state of the Irish stage." Dublin. 1804. i2mo. pp.77. (Published at 2S. 2d.) The dedication is initialed " S. 0." Theateical tears, a poem, occasioned by Familiar epistles to Frederick J- s, Esq. Dublin. 1804. i2mo. pp. 47. (Pub- lished at IS. 7jd.) Tea table conversation, an epistle to the author of Familiar epistles. By a student of T. C. D. Dublin. 1804. i2mo. PP- 51- CuRSOEY Hints to young actors Second edition. Dublin: 1805. i2mo. Dedicated to Oroker, and laudatory of him. His opponents declared that he wrote it himself as a " puff." Jack in a Passion, or The Critic Criticised. Dublin : 1805. i2m0. Abusive of Croker— having reference to " Familiar Epistles," THEATEICAL LITEEATUKE. 79 A MODEST reply from F. J. Esq. to the author of Familiar jpistles, to the manager. Dublin. 1806. i2mo. pp. xii. 43, and [ page of errata. 3ROKBEi T. Crofton. Kemaeks on an article inserted in the papers of the Shakespeare Society. London, privately printed : 1849. ^^o- The article related to Massinger's " Beleeve as you list." CROSBY, B. Crosby's pocket companion to the playhouses. Being the lives of all the principal London performers. To be re-printed at the commencement of each winter season, with the addition of those new performers, who may hereafter be engaged in the Theatres of Drury-Lane, Covent-Garden, and the Haymarket. To which are subjoined, Particulars of the life of Mr. Dibdin. Dedicated to Richard Brinsley Sheridan, Esq. London. 1796. i2mo. Portrait of Sheridan. Published at is. 6d. ; fine paper, 2s. The Monthly Mirror, January 1796, says that " the editor of this little volume has been particularly attentive to the accuracy of his materials." The particulars of the life of Dibdin are a rather amusing attack on him, for forbidding Crosby to publish anything about him. The portrait of Sheridan is frequently wanting. CROSS, William. .As expostulary address, to the public. By William Cross, of the Theatre-Royal, Manchester. 1800. [See MANCHESTEa] CROUCH, Mrs. Anna Maria [1763-1805]. A very beautiful woman ; an excellent singer and actress. Memoirs of Mrs. Crouch. Including a retrospect of the stage, during the years she performed. By M. J. Young. London. 1806. 2 vols. i2mo. Portrait. Herman, 50s. CROWDY, Wallace L. "A Run of Luck" at Drury Lane. 1886. [See Harris, Augustus.] CROW STREET THEATRE. A familiar dialogue between Mr. Crowe and Mr. Alley, two theatrical taylors. 1762. [See Dublin.] 8o A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF CULL,, Richard. Garrick's mode of reading the Liturgy by Richard Cull. 1840. [See Gaebick, David.] CUMBERLAND, Richard [1732-1811]. A noted dramatist. The original of Sir Fretful Plagiary. Memoirs of Richard Cumberland. "Written by himself. Con- taining an account of his Life and Writings, interspersed with anecdotes and characters of several of the most distinguished persons of his time, with whom he has had intercourse and con- nexion. London: 1806. 4to. Portrait of R C. and three others. To this volume there is a Supplement, with an index. London : 1807. 4to. Second edition : 2 vols. 8vo. 1807. Same number of portraits, but that of K. C. different. The life of Richard Cumberland, Esq. embracing a critical examination of his various writings. With an occasional literary inquiry into the age in which he lived, and the contemporaries with whom he flourished. By William Mudford. London : 18 1 2. 8vo. Portrait. i6s. The second edition has a different title-page : — London : 1812. 2 vols. 8vo. Portrait." CUNNINGHAM, Peter [1816-1869]. An eminent antiquary, the son of Allan Cunningham the poet. The story of Nell Gwrtf (q.v.). 1852. CURLL, Edmund. The notorious bookseller. S^ THElifeof that eminent Comedian, Robert WiLKS (q.v.). 1733. The life of Mr. John Dennis, the renowned critick. Not written by Mr. Curll. 1734. [See Dennis, John.] CURTAIN. The curtain, or, an impartial history of the English stage. 1797. [See Stage — A compendious history. 1800.] The curtain. A weekly programme and review of the drama. London : 1878. Polio. Weekly, price id. No. I. 21st May; No. 10, 23rd July 1878. Its issue was then suspended till September, but I doubt if it recommenced. THE ATEICAL LITEKATUEE. . 8 1 lUTSPBAR, W. Dramatic rights : or, private tlieatrioals, and pic-nic suppers, istified. by fair argument. Witli a few whip-syllabubs for the iitors of newspapers. By W. Gutspear. London. 1802. 8vo. 3. A defence of the plan for a private theatre in Tottenham Court Koad. )ALY, Frederic [pseudonym of L. r. AtrsTiN], )ALY, Richard. An answer to the memoirs of Mrs. Billington. With the life ad adventures of Richard Daly, Esq. 1792. [See Billington, llizabeth.] Daly was manager of Smook Alley Theatre, Dublin, for seventeen years. He retired in 1797. He was a man of indifferent character. )ANCBR. Ann. [See Crawford, Ann.] )ANCER, John. NicoMEDE. A tragi-comedy, translated out of the French of lonsieur Comeille, by John Dancer. As it was acted at the 'heatre-Royal in Dublin. Together with an exact catalogue of 11 the English stage-plays printed, till this present year 167 1. icensed Dec. 16. 1670. Roger L'estrange. London: printed Dr Erancis Kirkman, and are to be sold at his shop in Thames- breet over against the Custom-House. 1671. 4to. Title i ;af : Dedication and list of actors i leaf : play 56 pp. : list 6 pp. [See also Kirkman, Erancis.] )ANCING. The Dancing Devils : or, the Roaring Dragon. A dumb farce. LS it was lately acted at both houses, but particularly at one, dth unaccountable success. London (Bettesworth) : 1724. 8vo. p. 70 including title, is. Against pantomimes and raree shows. Very scarce. )ANIEL, George [about 1790-1864]. The well-known poet and antiquary. His prefaces to Cumberland's editions of Plays, signed D G., are valuable. Remarks on Miss Mitford's tragedy of Rienzi. 1828. [See Iitford; Mary Russell.] 82 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OE Ophelia Keen ! A dramatic legendary tale. 1829. [By George Daniel. See Kean, Edmund.] Gaeeick in tte green room ! A biographical and critical analysis of a picture, painted by William Hogarth. By George Daniel. 1829. [Bee Gaeeick, David.] DAUNBY, . Eentees and lessees. A review of the first judgment in the suit of Dauney v. Chatterton. 1875. [See Deuet Lane Theatee.] DA VIES, Thomas [about 1712-1785]. Twice an actor and twice a bookseller. It is said that he gave up the stage finally on account of the satire of Churchill. He was an excellent and amiable character, but died in poverty. His -widow, I believe, died in the workhouse. A GENUINE narrative of the life and theatrical transactions of Mr. John Henderson (q.v.). 1777. ' Memoies of the life of David Gaeeick (q.v.). 1780. 1 J Dramatic micellanies : consisting of critical observations on several plays of Shakspeare : with a review of his principal char- acters, and those of various eminent writers, as represented by Mr. Garrick, and other celebrated comedians. With anecdotes of dramatic poets, actors, &o. By Thomas Davies, author of Memoirs of the life of David Garrick, Esq. London: 1784. 3 vols. 8vo. Portrait of Betterton. The second volume is dated 1783. Another edition 1785. Some account of the life and writings of Philip Massinger (q.v.). 1789. Roscius Anglicanus, or, an historical review of the stage. ^' X 708. With additions, by the late Mr. Thomas Davies. 1 789. [See DowNES, John.] DAWS, M. Miscellanies in prose and verse, with private memoirs of Mrs. W n [Wrighten], and Miss E ns [Bobbins], of Drury Lane Theatre. London: 1776. Svo.* DAWSON, James. The autobiography of Mr. James Dawson, actor and manager. Truro: 1865. 8vo.* THEATEICAL LITEEATURE. 83 AWSON, Nancy. A lady with no character worth mentioning. She mad,e her appearance as a dancer at Sadler's Wells, and was afterwards engaged at Covent Garden. She was Shuter's mistress. Genuine memoirs of the celebrated Miss Nancy D n. Lon- m: 1760. i2mo.* The jovial life, amorous exploits, and singular adventures, of le celebrated Miss Nancy Dawson, a Cyprian singer and dancer, 1 the first circles of Old Drury and the Garden ; containing a iriety of anecdotes, theatrical, musical, eccentrical, and unac- luntable, of the most noted performers of her time, with her jath and character. The whole forming a camera obscura ; or, agic lanthom of wit and humour. London, n. d. izmo. The dramatic history of Master Edward, Miss Ann, and others. 763. [See Shuter, Edward.] •AY, W. C, Behind the footlights ; or, the stage as I knew it. By W. 0. •ay. Illustrated by G. B. Le Fanu. London: 1885. 8vo. is. A collection of sketches. 1 (BCASTRO, J. [1758- ]. An actor. I do not know when he died. The memoirs of J. Decastro, Comedian, In the course of them ill be given anecdotes of various eminently distinguished char- iiters, with whom he has been intimate in his peregrinations, .mongst others are Dr. Johnson, Garrick, Poote, Wilson, Charles lannister, J. Palmer, C. Dibdin, sen., the late Earl of Barrymore, u. B. Sheridan, Esq., G. P. Cooke, J. P. Kemble, Esq., &c. Never sfore in print ; accompanied by an analysis of the life of the late 'hUip Astley, Esq., founder of the Eoyal Amphitheatre, West- linster-Bridge ; with many of his managerial peculiarities. Also n accompanying history of the Eoyal Circus, now the Surrey heatre ; and an historical sketch of Sadler's Wells. Likewise, iarce theatrical advertisements, from Garrick's first attempt in ■oodman's- Fields ; his last moments. Old Grimaldi's dream, &c. o which wiU be added the origin of poetry ; a chapter on Benfs, ;c. &c. &c. Edited by E. Humphreys. London. 1824. i2mo. T'ith portrait, folding plate, and copy of certificate. 6s. The certificate of birth is often wanting. 84 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The history of Mr. John Decastro and his brother Bat, com- monly called old Crab. The merry matter -written by John Mathers; the grave by a solid gentleman. London. 1815. 4 vols. izmo. DBLAVAL, Sir Francis. t A performaace of "Othello'" was given by Sir F. Delaval and hia friends at Drury Lane on 7th March 1751. It was a capital performance for amateurs, but it is bitterly attacked in A satirical dialogue between a sea captain and his friend in town. 1 75 1. [See Dialogue.] The life and memoirs of the late Miss Ann Catley (q.v.). . . . with biographical sketches of Sir Francis Blake Delaval, &c. (1789.) DENMAN, John. The drama vindicated ; with copious notes. By John Denman, S.C.L. of St. John's College, Cambridge. Cambridge. 1835. i2mo. 2S. 6d. DENNIS, John [1657-1733]. The renowned critic ; the sworn enemy of Pope ; the bitter opponent of Steele. He was an acute, though abusive, critic ; and was constantly at war with somebody. Nevertheless most modern writers have a liking for " stout John Dennis." The impartial critick : or, some observations upon a late book, entituled, A short view of tragedy, written by Mr. Bymer, and dedicated to the Right Honourable Charles Earl of Dorset, &c. By Mr. Dennis. London (Taylor). 1693. 4to. Lowndes mentions editions of 1692, 4to. ; 1693, 8vo.; 1697,410. As Hymer's book is dated 1693, the first of these dates seems incorrect. Lettees upon several occasions : written by and between Mr. Dryden, Mr. Wycherly, Mr Mr. Congreve, and Mr. Dennis. Published by Mr. Dennis. "With a new translation of select letters of Monsieur Voiture. London (Briscoe) : 1 696. 8vo. The usefulness of the stage Occasioned by a -late book, written by Jeremy Collier (q.v.). 1698. The Comical Gallant : or the amours of Sir John Falstaffe. A Comedy. As it is acted at the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane. By His Majesty's Servants. By Mr. Dennis. To which is added, THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 85 ■», a large account of the Taste in Poetry, and the Causes of the Degeneracy of it. London (Baldwin) : 1702. 4to., Scarce. The person of quality's answer to Mr. Collier's letter, being a dissuasive from the play-house. London: 1704. 4to.* (By Dennis.) An essay on the opera's after the Italian manner, which are about to be establish'd on the English stage : with some reflec- tions on the damage which they may bring to the publick. By Mr. Dennis. London (Nutt) :, 1706. 4to. Remaeks upon Cato, a tragedy. By Mr. Dennis. 1 7 1 3. [See Addison, Joseph.] The narrative of Dr. Robert Norris, concerning the strange and deplorable frenzy of Mr. John Denn... an officer of the Custom-house : being an exact account of all that past betwixt the said patient and the Doctor till this present day ; and a full vin- dication of himself and his proceedings from the extravagant reports of the said Mr. John Denn... London (Morphus) : 17 13. i2mo. pp. 24 including title. By Pope, in defence of Addison's " Cato," or rather in abuse of Dennis. Addison formally expressed to Lintot his disapproval of the tone of this pamphlet. It is now of excessive rarity. A CRITICK no wit : or, remarks on Mr. Dennis's late play, called the Invader of his country. In a letter from a school-boy, to the author. London (Roberts) : 1720. 8vo. pp. 29 including title. Dennis's alteration of " Ooriolanus," with the above title, was a failure, deservedly. A NEW project for regulating the stage. By John Dennis and Charles Gildon. London: 1720.* I have not seen this, but believe that it is satirical on Dennis and Gildon. The characters and conduct of Sir John Edgar, and his two deputy-governors. In two letters. (By John Dennis.) 1720. [See Steele, Richard.] The characters &c. In a third and fourth letter. 1720. [Ibid.] 86 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF An answer to a whimsical pamphlet, call'd, The character of Sir John Edgar, &c. 1 7 20. [Ibid.] An epistle to Sir Eichard Steele on the Conscious Lovers. By B. Victor. 1722. [See Steele, Eichard.] A DEFENCE of Sir Fopling Flutter, a comedy written by Sir George Etheridge. In which defence is shewn, that Sir Fopling, that merry knight, was rightly compos'd by the knight his father, to answer the ends of Comedy ; and that he has been barbarously and scurrilously attack'd by the knight his brother, in the 65th Spectator. By which it appears, that the lattw knight knows nothing of the nature of comedy. London (Warner) : 1722. 8vo. Title I leaf : Preface 3 leaves : pp. 24. 6d. An attack on Steele, who had criticised ' ' Sir Fopling Flutter ". in the Spectator. It is of the greatest rarity. The censor censured ; or, the Conscious Lovers examin'd. 1723. [See Steele, Eichard.] Eemaeks on a play, caU'd, The Conscious Lovers, a Comedy. By Mr. Dennis. 1723. [See Steele, Eichard.] SiE Eichard Steele, and the Conscious Lovers vindicated from the aspersions of Mr. Dennis. 1723. [Ibid.] The stage defended, from Scripture, reason, experience, and the common sense of mankind, for two thousand years. Occasion'd by Mr. Law's late pamphlet against stage-entertainments. In a letter to * * * * By Mr. Dennis. London (Blandf ord) : 1726. 4to. pp. xii. (including title) : 34. The Life of Mr. John Dennis, the renowned critick. In which are likewise some observations on most of the poets and criticks, his contemporaries. Not written by Mr. Curll. London (Eoberts) : 1734. Svo. pp. 59 including title, is. Very scarce. DBNNISTOUN, Walter. Letter to the Lord Provost &o. of Glasgow, on the present state of the Theatre Eoyal. By Walter Dennistoun. 1835. [See Glasgow.] DBEBY, Countess of. [See Fareen, Elizabeth.] THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. 87 DERRICK, Samuel. A literary man of some ability, but in very needy circumstances, who managed to get the position of Master of Ceremonies at Bath. He edited an edition of Dryden, and wrote two volumes of " Letters," of which Dr. Johnson spoke approvingly. He is mentioned several times in Boswell. The following book professes to be written by " Thomas Wilkes," but is really by Derrick. A general view of the stage. By Mr. Wilkes. London. 1 759. 8vo. Vignette on title. DIALOGUE. A Satirical Dialogue between A Sea Captain and his friend in town : humbly address'd to the gentlemen who deform'd the play of Othello, on Th — ^rs — y, M the 7th, 1750, at the Th — tre E — y — 1, in Dr — y L — ne : to which is added, a Prologue and Epilogue, much more suitable to the occasion than their own. London (Eiver) : n. d. (1751). Folio, pp. 8 including title. 6d. Obviously refers to the performance of dthello by Sir Francis Delaval and other amateurs on 7th March 1751. This tract" is .very abusive, but the performance was really wonderfully good. DIBDIN, Charles [1748-1814]. Our great sea-song writer. In addition to his musical gifts he possessed considerable powers as a comedian, and was also a successful dramatic writer. EoTAL Circus epitomized. London: 1784. 8vo. By C. Dibdin. The dedication to William Davis, Esq., is a most vicious attack on him, and accuses him of the grossest bad faith to Dibdin. In " Decastro's Memoirs " some particulars regarding Davis are given. Ceosbt's pocket companion to the playhouses To which are subjoined, Particulars of the life of Mr. Dibdin. 1796. [See Crosby, B.] A COMPLETE history of the English stage. Ljntroduced by a comparative and comprehensive review of the Asiatic, the Grecian, the Eoman, the Spanish, the Italian, the Portugese, the German, the French, and other theatres, and involving biographical tracts and anecdotes, instructive and amusing, concerning a prodigious number of authors, composers, painters, actors, singers, and patrons of dramatic productions in all countries. The whole written, with the assistance of interesting documents, collected in the course of five and thirty years, by Mr. Dibdin. London, n. d. (1800). 5 vols. 8vo. Dedication dated 25th March 1800. Lacy, 20s. 88 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The professional life of Mr. Dibdin, written by himself. To- gether with the words of six hundred songs selected from his works, and sixty small prints taken from the subjects of the songs. And invented, etched, and prepared for the Aqua Tinta by Miss Dibdin. Embellished also with an elegant engraving by Mr. Smith, from a portrait of Mr. Dibdin, a striking likeness, and an admirable picture painted by Mr. Devis. London. 1803. 8vo. 4 vols. Portrait and other illustrations. The public undeceived, written by Mr. Dibdin ; and containing a statement of all the material facts relative to his pension. London, n. d. (1807). 8vo. 2S. Dibdin had a pension of ;£^2C0 a year, which was stopped on a change of administration. DIBDIN, Charles, Jun. Son of the preceding. History and illustrations of the London theatres : comprising an account of the origin and progress of the drama in England; with historical and descriptive accounts of the Theatres Eoyal, Covent Garden, Drury Lane, Haymarket, English Opera House, and Eoyal Amphitheatre. By Charles Dibdin, Jun. Illustrated with engravings. London. 1826. 4to. (large paper, only 25 copies printed). 1 7 plates. Lacy, 1 8s. ; large paper, 28s. DIBDIN, Thomas [1771-1841]- .Author of 800 dramas. He was son of Charles Dibdin, and was an actor of some merit. His " Keminisoences " is a most amusing and inter- esting book. The reminiscences of Thomas Dibdin, of the Theatres Eoyal, Covent-Garden, Drury-Lane, Haymarket, &c., and author of The Cabinet, &c. London. 1827. 2 vols. 8vo. Portrait. Lacy, 5s. 6d, DICKENS, Charles. Memoirs of Joseph Grimaldi. Edited by " Boz." 1838. [See Grimaldi, Joseph.] DICKENS, Charles, Jun. The life of Charles James Mathews. Edited by Charles Dickens. 1879. [See Mathews, Charles James.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 89 DIBTZ, EUa. A FEW words on the work of the actor, and the duties of art critics and audiences. A paper read before the Church and Stage Guild on April 6th, 1880. London, n. d. (1880). 8vo. DIGGBS, West [1720-1786]. Letters which passed between Mr. West Digges, comedian, and Mrs. Sarah Ward, 1752-1759. Edinburgh. 1833. 8vo. Sixty copies printed. West Digges was an actor of some note, and was for some time manager at Edinburgh. This book was edited by Maidment. Lacy, 6s. Herman, 17s. DIPROSB, John. Dipeose's book of the stage and the players. By John Diprose. London, n. d. (1876). 8vo. With numerous portraits and illustrations. 2S. DIVERSIONS. A LETTER to my Lord on the present diversions of the town. With the true reason of the decay of our dramatic entertainments. London: (Roberts). 1725. 8vo. 6d. DODD, James Solas. Gallic Gratitude ; or, the Frenchman in India : a comedy in two acts, as it is performed at the Theatre Royal in Covent- Garden. By J. S. Dodd. London. 1779. 8vo. Portrait of Mrs. Jackson as Britannia. At the end are "Critical remarks on Mrs. Jackson's performance of Lady Randolph in the tragedy of Douglas, at the Theatre Koyal in Coveiit Garden, April 30, 1779." This piece was produced on Mrs. Jackson's benefit night. She played Britannia in the Prologue. DONALDSON, Walter Alexander [1793-1877]- Recollections of an actor. By Walter Donaldson comedian. Never before printed. London. 1865. 8vo. Reprinted under title : — Fifty years of green-room gossip ; or, recollections of an actor. London, n. d. (1881). 8vo. zs. Theatrical portraits ; or, the days of Shakespeare, Betterton, Garrick, and Kemble. By Walter Donaldson, comedian. Author of ' Recollections of an actor.' Never before printed. London. 1870. i2mo. With portrait of Donaldson. 90 A BIBLIOGKAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF DORAN, Dr. John [1807-1878]. Dr. Doran's first literary effort was a play produced at the Surrey when he was only fifteen years old. He was engaged on the IMerary Chronicle till it was purchased by Sterling, and was for eleven years editor of a Bondon weekly. At various times he was acting editor of the Athenceum. ("Men of the Time.") I presume that the London weekly was Notes a/nd Queries. " Their Majesties' Servants." Annals of the English stage, from Thomas Betterton to Edmund Kean. Actors — Authors-- AudiencesT] By Dr. Doran, F.S.A London. 1864. 2 vols. 8vo. With portraits of Betterton and G-arrick. Second edition. (Revised, corrected, and enlarged.) London. 1865. 8vo. One vol. No portrait. A new edition, edited and revised by the ' author of this " Bibliography," is now passing through the press. London. f 1888. 3 vols. 8vo. With more than fifty full-page portraits of actors, and with numerous head and tail pieces, &o. The first edition is now very scarce. Lacy, ;^I, 7s. Herman, £2, 14s. In and about Drury Lane and other papers. Reprinted from the pages of the ' Temple Bar ' magazine. By Dr. Doran .... London. 1881. 2 vols. 8vo. Herman, lis. "DOUGLAS." For pamphlets regarding this famous play, over which such a bitter storm raged, see Home, Rev. John. DOWNBS, John. Prompter at the theatre in Lincoln's Inn Fields from 1662 to 1706. To him we are indebted for most of our information regarding the Restoration stage and actors. Roscios Anglicanus, or an historical review of the stage : after it had been suppres'd by means of the late unhappy Civil War, begun in 1641, till the time of King Charles the IL's Restoration in May 1660. Giving an account of its rise again ; of the time and places the governours of both the companies first erected their theatres. The names of the principal actors and actresses, who perform'd in the chiefest plays in each house. "With the names of the most taking plays ; and modern poets. For the space of 46 years, and during the reign of three kings, and part of our present Sovereign Lady Queen Anne, from 1660 to 1706. Non audita narro, sed com^erta. London, printed and sold by H. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 91 Playford, at his house in Arundel-street, near the Water-side. 1708. 8vo. Title I leaf: To the Reader i leaf: pp. 52. An edition of thia-work was published in 1789 — 8vo. — edited by F. G. Waldron, to whom notes by Thomas Davies had been intrusted. The title was a reprint of that of the first edition. " With additions, by the late Mr. Thomas Davies, author of the Life of Garrick, and Dramatic Miscellanies." This is in all respects a most unsatisfactory edition, and in marked contrast to it is the admirable one which was published, under the care of Mr. Joseph Knight, in 1886, with the following title-page : — Roscius Anglicanus, or, an historical review of the stage from 1660 to 1706. By John Downes. A fac-simile reprint of the rare original of 1708. With an historical preface by Joseph Knight. London: 1886. i2mo. 125 copies at los. 6d. First edition — Lacy, 12s.; but it is now practically of priceless value. DRAKE, James, M.D. The antient and modern stages survey'd. Or, Mr. Collier's View of the immorality and profaness of the English stage set in a true light. 1699. [See Colliee, Jeremy.] A SECOND defence of the Short View Being a reply to a book, entituled, The ancient and modern stages surveyed. By Jeremy Collier. 1700. [Ibid.] DRAMA. The drama, a poem. London. 1775. 4to. Attributed to F. Pilon, and also to H. Downman. A COMPLETE history of the drama. By Censor Deamaticus (q.v.). 1793. The drama recorded ; or, Barker's list of plays. 18 14. [See Bakkeb, James.] The drama ; or, theatrical pocket magazine. Wholly dedicated to the stage, and containing original dramatic biography, essays, criticisms, poetry, reviews, anecdotes, bon mots, chit-chat ; with occasional notices of the country theatres. The whole forming a complete critical and biographical illustration of the British stage. . . . Embellished with elegant portraits of the principal performers of the London theatres, engraved (from original paintings, taken expressly for the work) by the first artists. 92 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF London. Yol. i. — May to Nov. 1821 : vol. vii. — Oct. 1824 to May 1825. 1 2 mo. Witli portraits and illustrations. A new series was issued with this title : — The Drama, or Theatrical Pocket Magazine. New series. London, n. d. (1825). i2mo. I believe there were two volumes of this new series ; but I have never been able to see a complete set. It was also illustrated. Laoy's catalogue says " Complete in fifty-six numbers." Tim Tell-Truth on the state and influence of the acting drama. London: 1823. 8vo.* I have seen this pamphlet catalogued, but have never had an oppor> tunity of examining it. The drama vindicated. By John Denman (q.v.). 1835. Desultory thoughts on the national drama, past and present. By an old playgoer. London. 1850. 8vo. 2s. 6d. Second edition — London. 1850. 8vo. Dedicated to Macready. A New Drama ; or, we faint ! ! ! Decline of the Drama ! ! ! Review of the Actors ! ! ! Reprinted from " Bentley's Monthly Review." London. 1853. 8vo. The drama as an element of education. By Captain F. S. D. de Caeteret-Bisson (q.v.). 1882. DRAMATIC. The dramatic poetaster. London: 1732. Polio.* The dramatic sessions, or the stage contest. London: 1734. Polio.* The dramatic historiographer, or the British theatre delineated. London: 1735. i2mo.* The dramatic censor ; being remarks upon the conduct, charax;- ters, and catastrophe of our most celebrated plays. By several hands. London. 1752. 8vo. is. This is the title-page of the first number. It consists of "Remarks upon the Tragedy of Venice Preserv'd ; with some observations on the performers. By Mr. Derrick." The second number is announced to contain remarks on " Richard III." by Mr. Gentleman. Dramatic genius. In five books. By Paul Hiffernan (q-v.)- 1770. THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. 93 The dramatic censor ; or, critical companion. London. 1770. 2 vols. 8vo. By Francis Crentleman. It is met with frequently with frontispieces to both volumes, but as frequently without these. It seems to me to be complete in either state, the latter condition being probably in copies which have been bound from the parts in which it was originally issued, the former being the copies issued in volumes after its complete publica- tion in parts. It is a very valuable work so far as its criticisms upon the actors are concerned. Lacy, 3s. 6d. ; Herman, 6s. DKAMATTc'miscellanies. By Thomas Davies (q.v.). 1784. The dramatic censor ; or, weekly theatrical report. By Thomas DuTTON (q.v.). 1800. Dramatic rights. By W. Outspear (q.v.). 1802. A DRAMATIC synopsis. By Thomas Gilliland (q.v.). 1804. The dramatic annual register for 1 804. London: 1805. 8vo.* The dramatic mirror : containing the history of the stage. By Thomas Gilliland (q.v.) 1808. Oxberkt's dramatic biography. 1825. [See Oxberrt, W.] Dramatic table talk. 1825-30. [See Ryan, Richard.] ■ Oxberrt's dramatic mirror. 1828. [See Oxberrt, W.] The dramatic magazine, embellished with numerous engravings of the principal performers. London. 1829-31. 3 vols. 8vo. Portraits. Published monthly. Vol. i has 12 fuU-page illustrations. Vol. 2, 24 illustrations. Of vol. 3 I have seen only three numbers, February to April 1831, 5 illustrations. I believe this to be all published. I believe that proofs of the plates were issued, either plain or coloured. Lacy, . 3 vols., 2 IS. The dramatic gazette ; or, weekly record of the Stage, Music, Public Exhibitions, &c. London: 1830-31. 4to. No. I, 9th October 1830; No. 12, 1st January 1831. Published weekly at 6d. Portrait of Macready as Hotspur is given with No. 9. Report from the Select Committee on Dramatic Literature : with the minutes of evidence. Ordered, by the House of Com- mons, to be printed, 2 August 1832. [London, 1832.] Folio. The dramatic souvenir : being literary and graphical illustra- tions of Shakespeare and other celebrated English dramatists. Embellished with upwards of two hundred engravings on wood, by eminent artists. London. 1833. i2mo. This is "Literary and graphical illustrations of Shakespeare," 1831, with a new title-page. 94 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The dramatic and musical review. London 1842-44. 8yo. 3 vols. I have seen only 3 vols., but I think there must be more. A portrait of M. JuUien is in vol. I. Published weekly at 2A Oxbebrt's dramatic chronology. 1850. [See Oxbekey, W.] Tallis's dramatic magazine. 1850. [See Tallis.] Dramatic register for 1851-2 and -3. London. 1852-3-4. i2mo. 3 vols. Remarks on the morality of dramatic compositions : with particular reference to "La Traviata," etc. London. 1856. 8vo. 8 pp. Dramatic, Equestrian, and Musical Sick Fund Almanack. 1862-72. [See Anson, J. W.] Catalogue of dramatic pieces, the property of the members of the Dramatic Authors' Society, or their representatives ; brought down to September, 1865. London: n. d. (1866). 8vo. is. A page of supplement brings the list to September 1866. The dramatic chronicle and observer. London : 1870. 4to. No. I, 4th January ; No. 3, i8th January 1870. Published at id. These three numbers were, I believe, all that were issued. Dramatic notes. By Charles Eyre Pascoe (q.v.). 1879. Dramatic notes. Edited by William H. Rideing (q.v.). 1881. Dramatic Notes ; an illustrated year-book of the stage. 1882- 86. [See Brereton, Austin.] The dramatic review. A journal of theatrical, musical, and general criticism. London: 1885. Folio. (Still appearing.) No. 1, 1st February 1885, price 3d. Reduced at No. 71 to id. weekly. DRAMATICUS. An impartial view of the stage, from the days of Garrick and Rich to the present period ; of the causes of its degenerated and declining state, and shewing the necessity of a reform in the system, as the only means of giving stability to the present pro- perty of the two winter theatres. By Dramaticus. London. 18 16. 8vo. The stage as it is. By Dramaticus. London: 1847. i2mo. THEATEICAL LITEEATURE. 95 DRUMMOND, Rev. D. T. K. Memoir of Montague Stanley (q.v.). By the Eev. D. T. K. Drummond. 1848. DRUMMOND, Robert B., B,A. The theatre : its bearings on morals and religion. A lecture delivered in St. Mark's Chapel, Edinburgh, on April 18, 1875. Published by request. Edinburgh, n. d. (1875). 8vo. 3d. A moderate and sensible defence of the theatre, by a Unitarian clergyman. DRURY LANE THEATRE. Was built near the site of the old Cockpit ; opened on 8th April 1663 ; burned down 1672 ; rebuilt ; reopened 1674 ; interior considerably altered 1775 ; closed 1791, and pulled down ; new theatre opened 12th March 1794; burned 24th February 1809; rebuilt; reopened loth October lgl2. The play-house scuffle, or, Passive Obedience kickt off the stage. Being a true relation of a new tragi-comedy, as it was acted last week at the play-house in Drury-Lane; by several notorious actors, frequently call'd Her Majesties Servants, but of late turn'd their own masters. In two canto's. London. 17 10. 8vo. Dispute of 1733. The dispute of 1733 arose from the secession of the leading actors of Drury Lane from the manager, John Highmore, who had recently pur- chased Gibber's share of the patent. The seceders played at the Hay- market. Highmore tried to force them to return, and even prosecuted Harper as a rogue and vagabond, but unsuccessfully. He, after a few months, gave up the struggle ; and Fleetwood became manager. The CEise of the Comedians. London: 1733. Folio.* An impartial state of the present dispute of the Patent and players. London. 1733. Folio.* The stage-mutineers : or, a play-house to be lett. A tragi- comi-farcical-ballad opera, as it is acted at the Theatre-Royal in Covent-Garden. By a gentleman late of Trinity-College, Cam- bridge. London (Wellington) : 1733. 8vo. The theatric squabble. London: i733- Folio.* The art of management ; or, tragedy expell'd. By Mrs. Char- lotte Charke (q.v.). 1735. A satire on Fleetwood the manager. Dispute op 1743. Fleetwood's misconduct led to the serious dispute of 1743. The actors, headed by Garrick and Macklin, seceded ; but, failing to get a license to 96 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF play elsewhere, were forced to return to Drury Lane. They had agreed to stand or fall together, and Fleetwood's refusal to receive Macklin again, to whom he ascribed the revolt, led to a violent dispute between Garrick and Macklin, particulars of which will be found under Gaekick. Nume- rous pamphlets appeared for and against Fleetwood during the original dispute : his champion being Paul Whitehead, and William Guthrie writing on the actors' side. The case between the managers of the two theatres, and their principal actors, fairly stated, and submitted to the Town.^ Lon- don (Roberts) : 1 7 13 [1743]. 8vo. 6d. QtTEEiES to be answer'd by the manager of Drury Lane Theatre, for the satisfaction of the publick, in regard to the present dispute between him and his actors. London (Roberts) : 1743. 8vo. 6d. QuEEiES upon Queries, to be answer'd by the male-content players. For the satisfaction of the publick, in regard to the present dispute between them and the manager. London (Bickerton) : n. d. (1743). 8vo. 6d. A Full Answer to Queries upon Queries. In which the con- duct of the players is vindicated, and the misrepresentations of the Querist expos'd. By a Comedian. London (Roberts) : 1743. 4to. 6d. The dramatic congress. A short state of the stage under the present management. Concluding with a dialogue as it lately passed between the illustrious Bashas of Dr — ^ry Lane and Co nt Garden, and the chiefs of the revolted players. In a letter to Messieurs B — ^th and W — ^ks, in the Shades, from W. R. C d, nuper Monitor Theat. Reg. Londin. & num Bblanensis. London (Cooper). 1743. 8vo. 27 pp. including title. 6d. On the side of the actors. Very scarce. Tyeankt triumphant ! and liberty lost ; the Muses run mad ; Apollo struck dumb; and all Covent-Garden confounded. Or, historical, critical, and prophetical remarks, on the famous cartel lately agreed on by the masters of the two Theatres. In a letter to a friend in the country. To which is added, an essay towards a farce on the same subject. By Patrick Fitz-Crambo, Esq^; secretary to the minor poets. London. 1743. 8vo. 6d. The case of our present theatrical disputes, fairly stated. In which is contained, a succinct account of the rise, progress and declension of the ancient stage; a comprehensive view of the THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 97 management of tke Italian, Spanish, French and Dutch theatres, with some free remarks upon our own. Calculated entirely for the use of the public, and wherein, the only method is suggested, that can prevent all future debate. London (Eobinson). 1743- 8vo. IS. Attributed to James Ralph. Theatrical correspondence in death. An epistle from Mrs. Oldfield, in the Shades, to Mrs. Br...ceg...dle, upon Earth:, containing, a dialogue between the most eminent players in the Shades, upon the late stage desertion. London (Eobinson) : 1 743. 8vo. Title and half-title 2 leaves : pp. 24. A very scarce pamphlet. The disputes between the managers of the Theatres, and their actors adjusted : With an impartial examination of the players '' '' . '' : '' right to appeal to the publick. In a letter to a friend. London (Eobinson) : 1744. 8vo. 6d. The disputes between the director of D y, and the pit potentates : being a letter to a friend, concerning the behaviour of the melancholly Manager of the su£E'ring Theatre ; and some considerations on the late disturbances and the causes thereof i with a few hints on the heroes and heroines, G^rr — ^k, C— bb— r, Q— in, M— Is, M— ok— n; 0— bb— r, E— b— ts, H — rt — n, and M — ^Is; not forgetting 'Squire Poor, 'Squire Swift Timber, Mr. Knotty-Nob the Orator ; and Hard-Head the Constable. The whole relating to some remarkable occurrences in the year 1 744. London (Co6per) ; 1 744. 8vo. 6d. Serious riots occurred on 17th and 19th November 1744, owing to Fleetwood's charging advanced prices to old entertainments. Asr Impartial Examen of the present contests between the town and the manager of the Theatre. With some proposals for accommodating the present misunderstandings between the town and the manager, offer'd to the consideration of both parties. By Mr. Neither-side. London (Cooper) : 1744. 8vo. 6d. Peologue and epilogue at the opening of Drury Lane Theatre. London: 1747. 8vo. 6d.* I have not been able to see a copy of this pamphlet. The prologue was the famous one by Dr. Johnson, and the occasion was the beginning of Garrick's management. For pamphlets relating to Garriok's management, see Gabbioe, David. G 98 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Thespis : or, a critical examination into the merits of all the principal performers belonging to Drury-Lane Theatre. 1766. [See Kelly, Hugh.] Anti-Thespis, or a vindication of the principal performers at Drury-Lane Theatre. 1767. [Ibid.] The Druriad : or strictures on the principal performers of Drury-Lane Theatre : a satirical poem : with notes critical and explanatory. London: 1798. 4to. 2S. For pamphlets relating to Sheridan's management, see Sheridan, R. B. An authentic account of the fire which destroyed Drury Lane Theatre. London: 1809. 8vo.* The theatre was burnt down on 24th February 1809, through the care- lessness of some workmen. The performances were carried on at the Lyceum. Drury Lane was not rebuilt till 1812. It was, through Sheri- dan's mismanagement, almost bankrupt when the fire occurred, and it was only by the exertions of Mr. Whitbread that the necessary funds to rebuild it were raised. At its reopening it was under the. management of a committee. Designs for the building of Drury Lane Theatre. By Benjamin Wyatt (q.v.). 181 1, Obseevations on the principles of the design for Drury Lane Theatre. By Benjamin Wyatt (q.v.). 181 1. Repoets presented to the first and second general assembUes of subscribers to the re-building of the Theatre-Royal, Drury Lane, from the committee appointed under the act passed in the 50th year of His Majesty's reign, entitled, " An Act for re-building the late Theatre-Royal, Drury-Lane, upon the conditions, and under the regulations therein mentioned." London: 1811. 8vo. IS. The shade of Drury, a vision ; inscribed to one of the patentees of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. London: 1811. 4to. 3s.* Report to the third assembly of subscribers for rebuilding Drury Lane Theatre. London: 18 12. 8vo.* The genuine rejected addresses, presented to the committee of management for Drury-Lane Theatre ; preceded by that written by Lord Byron, and adopted by the committee. London : 1812. 8vo. 6s. For the opening night the committee advertised for a poetical address, but none sent in was thought good enough, and Lord Byron wrote an THEATRICAL LITERATUEE. 99 address which was spoken by EUiston. The happy idea of a series of parodies of well-known poets, in supposed competition for the prize offered, led to the immortal " Rejected Addresses " of Horace and James Smith ; and the success of the burlesque suggested the idea of publishing a collection of the actual Addresses sent in and rejected. The little book is now very scarce. Anticipation : or, the prize address ; which will be delivered on the opening of the new Drury-Lane Theatre, by the manager, in the character of Peter Puncheon, a landlord. Now first pub- lished, for the sake of gratifying the imipatient Curiosity of every Bank of Society. By Philomath Wizard, Astrologer. London : 1812. 4to. IS. 6d. Address : written to have been spoken at the opening of Drury-Lane- Theatre. By Samuel Lock Francis. London. 181 2. Bvo. IS. A genuine rejected address. The Eejected Addresses ; or, the Triumph of the Ale-King : a Faroe. By William Stanley, Esq. London, n. d. (1812). 8vo. 2S. The Fire-King routed by the Ale-King— that is, Whitbread, the chairman of the Drury Lane Committee, who was a brewer. An heroic address to Old Drury, from a new Benter. London : 181 2. 4to. " A NEW way to pay old debts ; " or observations on the reports made to the subscribers to the rebuilding of the Theatre Royal, Drury-Lane. London: 18 12. 8vo. Dbury's resurrection, or the drama versus the menagerie. London: 1812. 4to.* I have not seen this pam.phlet, but, no doubt, it refers to the degrada- tion of the stage by Harris at Covent Garden, where horses were intro- duced in plays. Drury, a poem. London: 181 2. 8vo. Drury-Lane theatrical gazette. (No title-page.) London. 1816-17. 8vo. A daily publication of 8 pages, the first of which has the bill of the play for the day of its publication, and the remaining pages are occupied with a resumi of the plots of the pieces announced. Its price was 3d ist No , Saturday, 7th September 1816 ; 148th No., Wednesday, 9th April 1817. So far as I know, no more were published. loo A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Facts are stubborn things ! being a brief review of the season 1817-18, at the Theatre Eoyal, Drury-Lane: also, an inquiry into the conduct of the sub and special committees ; with explana- tory notes ; and an appendix, containing the celebrated letter from Peter Moore, Esq. M.P. to the late J. G. Eaymond; also his " observations," addressed to the sub-committee. The report of the sub to the general committee. The report of the general committee to the proprietors, &c. &c. London: 1818. 8vo. Attributed to Peter Moore himself. The management of the amateur Committee resulted in the failure and confusion which were bound to come. Recriminatory pamphlets were written, and much ill-feeling was caused. TheCommitteeendedtheir mismanagement in 1818-19. EUistoa, the " Great Lessee," had the theatre the next season. A LETTER to all the proprietors of Drury-Lane Theatre, (ex- cepting Peter Moore, Esq. and others who are, or have been concerned in the management thereof) ; being a commentary on certain parts of an anonymous pamphlet, called " A brief review of the Season 181 7-18, at the Theatre Royal, Drury-Lane, &c. &c. &c.'' and a conclusive detection of the author, by Samuel James Arnold, Esq. a proprietor. Also, a letter, relative to the subject, from the late Samuel Whitbread, Esq. M.P. &c. &c. London. 1818. 8vo. 3s. An authentic statement of facts connected with the interior management of Drury-Lane Theatre, for the last three seasons ; together with an appendix of documents. London. 1818. 8vo. " A NEW way to act old plays." London: 18 18. 8vo.* This and the next pamphlet attack the Drury Lane Company. Kean was playing fast and loose, and was, to use Bucke's expression, " saving the theatre with his right hand and ruining it with his left." HiSTRiOMASTix, or, the untrussing of the Drury Lane Squad. By Peregrine Prynne. Second edition, with additions. London : 1819. 8vo. Probably by J. Cahuac. Account of the Fund for the relief of indigent persons belong- ing to the Theatre Eoyal, Drury Lane. London : 18 19. 4to.* A SLIGHT sketch of the performances at the Theatre Eoyal Drury Lane, during the season of 1827 and 1828, by William Fane Wooddeson. London. 1828. 8vo. Alfred the Little; or, management! A play. 1833. [See BuNN, Alfred.]' THEATRICAL LITERATUKE. loi Why our theatres are not supported, -with a few words about the riots at Drury Lane. By Albert Smith (q.v.). 1848. Falconer v. Chatterton. Complaint and answer. [London, 1866.] 8vo. Copies of legal documents and letters regarding the partnership between Edmund Falconer (otherwise O'Rourke) and Frederick Balsir Chatterton, in the management of Drury Lane Theatre. No title-page. Poets and profits at Drury Lane Theatre. A theatrical narra- tive. Suggested by F. B. Chatterton, and written by Charles Lamb Kenney. London. 1875. ^^o- i^. A defence of Mr. Chatterton's much criticised statement that, in his experience as a manager, " Shakespeare spelt ruin and Byron bankruptcy," which was made by him in the course of a controversy regarding his pro- duction of Boucicault's " Formosa," on 5th August 1869. Mr. Kenney gives figures to prove that in each of the nine seasons during which Mr. Chatterton had then managed Drury Lane, poetic drama had invariably resulted in monetary loss. When this pamphlet was published, another of Boucicault's plays, " The Shaughraun," which proved an enormous success, was being prepared for production. Mr. Chatterton in 1879 failed disastrously, and the theatre remained shut for sonie time, when Mr. Augustus Harris, the present lessee, stepped into the breach, and has gone on from success to success. Renters and lessees. A review of the first judgment in the suit of Dauney v. Chatterton. By an old playgoer. London. 1875. 8vo. A review of a case regarding the rights of " new renters " at Drury Lane Theatre. Old Drury Lane. By Edward Stirling (q.v.). 1881. "A Run of Luck" at Drury Lane. 1886. [See Harris, Augustus.] DRURY LANE THEATRICAL FUND. Rules and orders to be observed by the Society established for the relief of indigent persons belonging to his Majesty's company of Comedians of the Theatre 'Royal in Drury Lane. London : 1777. 4to.* DRYDEN, John [1631-1701]. The Indian Emperour, or, the Conquest of Mexico by the Spaniards. Being the Sequel of the Indian Queen. By John Dryden Esq; The second edition. London (Herringman) : 1668. 4to. Prefixed is "A defence of an Essay of Dramatique Poesie, being an answer to the preface of The Great Favourite, or the Duke of Lerma. " A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The Conquest of Granada by the Spaniards: in two parts. Acted at the Theater-Royall. Written by John Dryden servant to his Majesty. London (Herringman) : 1672. 4to. Prefixed is " Of Heroique Playea. An Essay." The censvre of the Eota. On Mr. Driden's Conquest of Granada. Oxford (printed by H. H. for Fran. Oxlad junior). 1673. Small 4to. Title i leaf: pp. 21 in fours. A FRIENDLY vindication of Mr. Dryden from the Censure of the Rota. London: 1673. 4to.* Mr. Dreyden vindicated, in a reply to the friendly vindication of Mr. Dreyden. With reflections on the Eota. London : Printed forT. D. 1673. 4to. A DESCRIPTION of the Academy of the Athenian Virtuosi : with a discourse held there in vindication of Mr. Dryden's Conquest of Granada; against the author of the Censure of the Eota. London (Atkins) : 1673. 4to.* Notes and observations on the Empress of Morocco. 1674. [Attributed to Dryden. See Settle, Elkanah.] Notes and observations on the Empress of Morocco revised. 1674. [Ibid.] TROiLtTS and Cressida ; or, truth found too late. A tragedy as it is acted at the Dukes Theatre. To which is prefis'd, a preface containing the grounds of criticism in tragedy. Written by John Dryden servant to His Majesty. London (Tonson). 1679. 4to. The true history of the Duke of Guise. Extracted out of Thuanus, Mezeray, Mr. Aubeny's Memoirs, and the Journal of the reign of Henry the third of France. Published for the unde- ceiving such as may perhaps be imposed upon by Mr. Dryden's late tragedy of the Duke of Guise. Together with some remarks upon the same. London (Baldwin): 1683. 4to. Title i leaf: Preface 2 leaves : pp. 30. Some reflections upon the pretended parallel in the play called The Duke of Guise. In a letter to a friend. London (Francis Smith, Sen.) : 1683. 4to. The vindication : or the parallel of the French Holy- League, and the English League and Covenant, turn'd into a seditious THEATEICAL LITERATUEE. 103 libell against the King and His Royal Highness, by Thomas Hunt and the authors of the Reflections upon the pretended parallel in the play called The Duke of Gvise. Written by Mr. Dryden. London (Tonson) : 1683. 4to. Reflections on several of Mr. Dryden's plays. London: 1687. 4to.* By Elkanah Settle. Of dramatick poesie, an essay. By John Dryden, servant to His Majesty. London (Herringman) : 1684. 4to. Dedication and "To the Reader" 3 leaves : pp. 51. First edition : London : 1668. 8vo. The 1684 edition bears no indi- cation that it is not the first edition. Another, London : 1693. 4to. Letters written by and between Mr. Dryden and Mr. Dennis (q.v.). 1696. Mr. Congreve's last will and testament, with characters of his writings. By Mr. Dryden, &c. 1729. [See Congeevb, William.] Memoirs of William Oongreve also some very curious memoirs of Mr. Dryden. 1730. [Ibid.] DUBLIN. For pamphlets relating to the Dublin stage, see also Sheeidan, Thomas. The buskin and sock; being letters between Mr. Thomas Sheridan and Mr. Theophilus Gibber (q.v.). 1743- Gibber and Sheridan : or, the Dublin miscellany. 1743. [See Gibber, Theophilus.] A GENERAL history of the stage With the memoirs of most of the principal performers, that have appeared on the DubUn stage, for the last fifty years. By W. E. Chetwood (q.v.). 1749. (Dublin edition.) A LETTER to Messieurs Victor and Sowdon. i7SS- [See Victor, Benjamin.] A GENUINE letter from a French officer, late prisoner of war in Ireland, describing the customs and manners of the inhabitants of Dublin, the theatres and performers there. Dublin: 1760. 8vo.* 104 A KBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A FAMILIAE dialogue between Mr. Crowe and Mr. Alley, two theatrical taylors. Dublin: (1762). 8vo.* Mr. "Crowe" and Mr. "Alley" are of course Crow Street and Smock Alley Theatres. Zanga's triumph; or, Harlequin and Othello at war. By Charles M'Loughlin (q.v-)- 1762. Familiar epistles to Frederick J s, Esq. on the present state of the Irish stage. 1804. [See Ceokee, John WUson, for this and for the pamphlets relating thereto.] HiSTEiONic epistles. Dublin. 1807. i2mo. The Irish dramatic censor. Dublin: 1811-12. i2mo. Six numbers (no dates), published at Sd. The theatrical observer. Dublin. 182 1. 4 pp. i2mo. Pub- lished daily at id. Thirty-six numbers made a volume. Ist No., Friday, 19th January 1821. The 9th volume is called " Nolan's Theatrical Observer." The Sth volume retains the original title, and, as I have not seen vols. vi. vii. or viii., I do not know when the new title first ■ appeared. I have seen as far as No. 36 of vol. xvi., 3rd April 1823. The stage. A theatrical paper. Published daily. Vol. i. From number i, to number 30 ; being from the 9th April, to the 12th May, inclusive Dublin: 1821. 8vo. PubUshed at 3s. 4d. It is announced in No. 30 that in future the "Stage"' will appear weekly, price 6d. The theatre. Dublin: 1822. 8vo. No. I, i6th November ; No. 13, 30th November 1822. Title changed, after No. 13, to The theatre; or. Daily miscellany of fashion. No. i. New series. 4to. Vol. i. of the new series contained 25 numbers, from 2d to 31st Decem- ber 1822 ; and I have seen 18 numbers of vol. il (new series), ending 2ist January 1823. The dramatic Argus. Dublin. 1824-25. 2Vols. i2mo. (All published.) A daily publication, ist No., 1 8th November 1824; last, icth Feb- ruary 1825. (4 pp. Price id.) Tatler, and theatrical mirror. Dublin: 1834. 8vo. In the British Museum are No. 3, 15th November, and No. 8, 22d December 1834. Price id. THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 105 The history of the Theatre Royal, Dublin, from its foundation in 1 82 1 to the present time. Reprinted, with additions, from Saunders' News-letter. Dublin. 1870. 8vo. Annals of the Theatre Royal Dublin, from its opening in 182 1 to its destruction by fire, February 1880 : with occasional notes and observations by R. M, Levey and J. 0. Rorke. Dublin. 1880. JDUNCAN, Eev, John. The lawfulness of the Stage, enquired into. By the Rev. John Dimcan, of Winbourn Minster, Dorset. London. 1787. Svo. DUNCOMBB, William. An essay on tragedy, prefixed to the tragedy of Brutus. London: n. d. (1747). 8vo.* This is apparently Voltaire's Essay on Tragedy. DUNDONALD, Earl of. The Earl of Dundonald's answer to the mis-statements con- tained in the Life of the late T. Coutts. 1822. [See Mellon, Harriot.] DUNLAP, William. Memoirs of George Fred. Cooke (q.v.). By William Dunlap. 1813. DURPBY, Thomas [ -1723]- Wit for Money : or. Poet Stutter. A dialogue between Smith, . Johnson, and Poet Stutter. Containing reflections on some late plays j and particularly, on Love for Money, or, The Boarding- School. London (Burgis) : 1691. 4to. Title i leaf : Dedication 2 leaves : pp. 30. " Poet Stutter " is intended for Durfey. The Marriage-Hater Match'd : a comedy. Acted at the Theatre Royal by their Majesties servants. Written by Tho. D'TJrfey, Gent. London (Parker) : 1692. 4to. Prefixed is A Letter to D'Urfey, occasioned by the Play, signed Charles Gildon, which declares this to be the best of D'Urfey'a plays. It is really a capital piece. The Campaigners : or, the pleasant adventures at Brussels. A comedy. With a familiar preface upon a late reformer of the io6 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF stage. Ending witli a satyrical fable of the dog and the ottor. Written by Mr. D'urfey. London (Baldwin) : 1698. 4to. The late reformer is Jeremy Collier. The English Stage Italianiz'd, in a new dramatic entertain- ment, called Dido and .^neas : or, Harlequin, a Butler, a Pimp, a Minister of State, Generalissimo, and Lord High Admiral; dead and alive again, and at last crown'd King of Carthage, by Dido. A Tragi-Oomedy, after the Italian manner; by way of Essay, or first step towards the farther improvement of the English stage. Written by Thomas D'Urfey, Poet Laureat de Jure. London (Moore): 1727. 8vo. pp. 24, including title, introduction, &c. 6d. This is a pamphlet of the greatest rarity. Daniel, £^, 7s. 6d. BUTTON, Thomas. The dramatic censor ; or, weekly theatrical report. Comprising a complete chronicle of the British stage, and a regular series of theatrical criticism, in every department of the drama. By Thomas Dutton, A.M. . . . London. 1800. 8vo. This is the title-page of the first and of the second volumes ; each of which is composed of thirteen weekly numbers — No. i being dated Saturday, 4th January 1800, and No. 26, Saturday, 28th June 1800. The volumes were published at 7s. each. After No. 26 it became a monthly publication, and the title to the 3d and 4th volumes is — The dramatic censor ;- or, monthly epitome of taste, fashion, and manners. By Thomas Dutton, A.M. . . . London. 1801. Syo. The last number of vol. iv. is that for June 1801. In July 1801 the title is changed to " The Dramatic and Literary Censor," with portrait of Dr. Woloott. Vol. v. ended November 1801. I have seen no title- page to it. The wise man of the East; or, the apparition of Zoroaster, the son of Oromases, to the theatrical midwife of Leicester Pields. A satirical poem, in four parts. By T. Dutton, AM. . . . The second edition. London. 1800. 8vo. pp. 74. 2s. 6d. (Pages 73 and 74 are numbered 57 and 58.) This is a satire on Mrs Inohbald, who had adapted ICotzebiie's play of " The Writing-Desk ; or, Youth in Danger," and called it " The Wise Man of the East." The monthly theatrical reporter. 18 15. [See Theateical,] DWIGHT, Timothy. An essay on the stage : in which the arguments in its behalf, and those against it, are considered ; and its morality, character, THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 107 and effects illustrated. By Timothy Dwight, S.T.D. L.L.,D. late president of Yale College. London. 1824. i2mo. Originally printed at Middletown, Conn. DYER, Robert. Nine years of an actor's life. Robert Dyer, late of the Theatres- Royal Plymouth, Worcester, Derby, Nottingham, Taunton, Barn- staple, &c. &c. London. 1833. i2mo. EARL, Thomas. [See CouNTET Cobbespondbnt.] EAST, Rev. John, M.A. The Theatre : a discourse on Theatrical amusements and dra- matic literature, delivered in St. Michael's Church, Bath, on Sunday evening, January vii., 1844. By the Rev. John Bast, M. A., Rector of the parish. Second edition. London: 1844. 8vo. The Bath theatre vindicated. [London: 1844. 8vo.*] I have not seen this, nor can I say what its size is, or where it was published. The theatre, as it is : or, remarks upon a pamphlet, entitled " the Bath theatre vindicated." By an observer. London. 1844. 8vo. The Pulpit justified, and the Theatre condemned. By the Rev. John East. London. 1844. 8vo.* The Theatre. Observations on a recent pamphlet, entitled "The pulpit justified, and the theatre condemned," by the Rev. John East, M.A., Rector of St. Michael's, Bath : in a letter, addressed and dedicated, by permission, to Thomas Noon Talfourd, Esq. Sergeant at Law, by a visitor. London. 1844. 8vo. BBBRS, John. Seven years of the King's Theatre (q.v.). By John Bbers, late manager. 1828. EDINBURGH. A FEW brief considerations upon the means of establishing a regular theatre in Edinburgh. 8 pp. 8vo. With no title-page. An enlarged edition of this was published with the following title- page :— io8 A BIBLIOGKAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Considerations upon the means of establishing a licensed theatre in Edinburgh. 24 pages 8vo. With no title-page. The vengeance of God, and the impenitency of men, demon- strated, in the country's being laid waste in blood and misery ; while the inhabitants, particularly in Edinburgh, are rioting in lewdness and vice, and encouraging that source of wickedness, the play-house. With an absract, shewing the danger and sin- fulness of the stage. Edinburgh (T. Lumisden and J. Eobertson) : 1747. 8vo. The usefulness of the Edinburgh Theatre seriously considered. With a proposal for rendering it more beneficial. Edinburgh. 1757. 8vo. An oblique attack on " Douglas." A VIEW of the Edinburgh Theatre during the summer season, 1759. Containing, an exact list of the several pieces represented, and impartial observations on each performance. By a Society of gentlemen. London: 1760. 8vo. is. Dedicated to West Digges. A LETTER from a gentleman in Edinburgh, to his friend in the country : occasioned by the late theatrical disturbances. Edin- burgh. 1766. i2mo. Attributed to Allan Ramsay. Considerations on the proposed application to His Majesty and to Parliament, for the establishment of a licensed theatre in Edinburgh, n. p. (Edinburgh). 1767. 8vo. An attack on the proposed application, and on the stage generally. Mr. Eoss's address to the public. A three-page sheet, 4to., dated Edinburgh, November 30 (1767). This and the following tracts have reference to a dispute regarding the patent for the Edinburgh Theatre between David Ross of Covent Garden and Lee, a former proprietor and manager in Edinburgh. Jackson says, " Ross was a native, and withal had a very formidable interest, and con- sequently proved victorious." Mr. Lee's address to the public. A four-page sheet, small folio, dated Edinburgh, Deceniber 4, 1767. Nil mortalibus arduum; or, a vindication of the disposal of the puppet-shew house. Edinburgh. 1767. 8vo. THEATEICAL LITEKATUEE. 109 Considerations upon the intended disposal of tiie Patent, n. p. (Edinburgh) 1767. 8vo. ^d. An address to the public. Edinburgh, 1767. 8vo. The theatre licentious and perverted. By James Baine, A.M. minister of the Gospel at Edinburgh. Inscribed to Samuel Foote. 1770. This and other pamphlets refer to the playing of the "Minor" at Edinburgh. See rooTE, Samuel. A New Rosciad. Edinburgh: 1770. 4to. 6d. Very abusive of the manager Koss, and laudatory of Mrs. Baker, one of the actresses. A LETTER to the author of a panegyric on Mrs. B r, en- titled, A new Rosciad. By Candidus. [Edinburgh] 1770. 4to.* THE'Edinburgh Rosciad, for 1775. Edinburgh, n. d. (1775). 8vo. 6d. A STATEMENT .... relative to the late disturbances at the Theatre Royal Edinburgh, by James Fennell (q.v.). 1788. A STATEMENT of facts, explanatory of the dispute between John Jackson and Stephen Kemble, relative to the Theatre Royal of Edinburgh. By J. Jackson. Edinburgh 1792. 8vo. With the exception of a few trifling differences, this matter all appears in Jackson's " History of the Scottish Stage," p. 201 et seq., and pp. 24-32 of the Appendix. It is, in fact, a portion of that work published in advance, to give an early statement of Jackson's arguments in the quarrel between Stephen Kemble and himself. Crito's letter to the manager of the Edinburgh Theatre, with additions, alterations, and the letter of Philo-Orito, never before published. Edinburgh. 1800. 8vo. A furious attack on Stephen Kemble, the occasion of which was the issuing of an advertisement regarding the opening of the theatre for his last season in Edinburgh. Letters respecting the performances at the Theatre Royal, Edinburgh, originally addressed to the editor of the Scots Chronicle, under the signature of Timothy Plain, and published in that paper during the years 1797, 1798, 1799, and 1800. Edinburgh. 1800. i2mo. A volume of 284 pages, a reprint of letters said to have been written by Stewart Thriepland, advocate, sharply criticising the company the Edinburgh Theatre under the management of Stephen Kemble. no A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The theatre ; or tlie letters of Oandidus, &c. on the perform- ances of the Edinburgh stage,- in 1802. With considerable additions by the author. Edinburgh, 1802. i2mo. A series of critical letters on the performers, which originally appeared in the Herald and Chronicle, now collected, and added to. This little book is not unfrequently met with, but a supplement was published, which is extremely scarce. It is entitled — Supplement to the theatre. By Candidas. Edinburgh. 1802. i2mo. pp. loi to 148. The Edinburgh theatrical censor. ISo title-page. (Edinburgh, 1803.) i2mo. 1st No. (apparently), zist March 1803 ; 12th No., 30th July 1803. This is a very scarce publication, and I believe twelve numbers are all that were published. Friendly hints, addressed to the manager of the Theatre Eoyal, Edinburgh. Edinburgh. 1807. i2ino. A criticism of the performers of the time. The Thespian censor; or, weekly dramatic journal. Edin- burgh. 18 1 8. 8vo. No. I, 19th January 1818 ; No. 3, 2d February i8i8. The Edinburgh dramatic review. Edinburgh. 1822-24, 9 vols. i2mo. {1st series.) A four-page sheet, published daily at id. 1st No., Ootober"7, J822; last No. (441), July 6, 1824. In No. 441 appears a-notice that the pub- lication is discontinued till the beginning of the winter season. Do. (new series) Edinburgh 1824-25. 5 vols. l2mo. (ist No., Novem- ber IS, 1824 ; No. 245, December 24, 1825. Mr. Mackenzie thinks this is all that was published of the second series. ) An address to the public, containing observations on some late criticisms connected with the Edinburgh Theatre. By John William C alceaft (q. v. ) . 1822. The Edinburgh theatrical observer, and musical review. Edin- burgh. 1823-24. 8vo. 4 pp. Published daUy at id. No. I, Tuesday, 15th June 1823 ; No. 55, Tuesday, 30th March 1824. The Edinburgh dramatic recorder. Edinburgh. 1825. 8vo. Published weeHy at 2d. 1st No., 5th February 1825 ; 12th No., 30th April 1825. Observations on the present state of the stage, with particular reference to that of Edinburgh. Edinburgh. 1826. 8vo. An attack on the stage, and on Murray, the Edinburgh manager. THEATEICAL LITEKATUEE. iii An account of the first Edinburgh Theatrical Fund dinner, held at Edinburgh, on Friday 23d February 1827 ; containing a correct and authentic report of the speeches ; which include, among other interesting matter, the first public avowal, by Sir Walter Scott, of being the author of the Waverley novels. Edin- burgh. 1827. 8vo. The Edinburgh dramatic and musical magazine. Edinburgh. 1827. i2mo. Three weekly numbers, all published. No. I, 19th November 1827; No. 3, 3rd December 1827. The Edinburgh dramatic tete-a-tete, or compsinion to the theatre. (Edinburgh. 1828. i2mo.) A daily sheet of four pages, l2mo., published at id. No. I, Thursday, March 20, 1828 (gratis) ; No. 42, May 7, 1828. The Edinburgh dramatic journal : or, theatrical observer. (Edinburgh. 1828. i2mo.) Eleven numbers ; noted by Mr. Maidment as all published. No. I, Saturday, October II, 1828. 12 pages. Price 2d. weekly. Nos. 4 to 9, same size and price, twice a week. Noa. 10 and 11, 6 pages, twice a week, price id. No. 11 is dated Saturday, November 29, 1828. The dramatic tatler ; or, companion to the theatre. From Monday, March 30, till Saturday, April 18, 1829. Edinburgh (1829). 8vo. A daily sheet of four pages, except the last number (17), which consists of two pages. The date of the last number is really Friday, 1 7th April, but it contains the bill of Saturday's performance. Published at id. The dramatic censor. By Proteus Porcupine, Esq. Edinburgh. 1829. i2mo. Thirty-eight numbers complete. From the 1st No. (Wednesday, 23rd September 1829) to the 27th No. (Saturday, 23rd October) it was a four- page daily sheet, published at Jd. From No. 28 (Saturday, 8th Novem- ber) to No. 38 (Saturday, 12th December), it was published on Wednesday and Saturday, 8 pages, for id. ' NuGJi histribnicse. Emanations from the pen of Peregrine Spitfire, Gent. Edinburgh.. 1834. i2mo. Parti. (All published). A general title to the four following tracts : — Letter from a gentleman in town to his friend in the country, regarding Keeley, the theatre, and other matters connected with the drama in Edinburgh, n. p. n. d. (Edinburgh, 1834.) 8vo. pp. 8. Initialed "H.M,," and dated 7th June 1834. Noted "by W.H.Logan." 112 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Plats and players at the Edinburgh Adelphi Theatre. July, 1834. No title-page. 8 pp. 8vo. [By W. H. Logan.] The Edinburgh Rosciad ; for the summer season, 1834. Im- printed at Modern Athens. Edinburgh. 1834. Bvo. pp. 8. [By W. H. Logan.] A CAP and bells for those whom it may fit. No title-page.. (Edinburgh, 1834.) 8vo. pp. 14. A criticism on the Edinburgh Theatre by W. H. Logan. Edinburgh theatrical and musical review. Edinburgh, 1835. 8vo. 34 IsTos. (published at id.) From the 5th No. to the end edited by W. H. Logan, aided by [Sir] Theodore Martin and other friends. Fragmenta Scoto-dramatica. 1715-1758. Edinburgh.; 1835. 1 2mo. 48 pp. " A very few copies have been printed at the private expense o£ the Editor." {Preface.) By Maidment. The dramatic spectator, edited by Poz, Quiz and Company. Edinburgh. 1837. 8vo. {10 Nos. published ai id.) The opera-glass : a weekly musical and theatrical miscellany. Vol. I. April 10 to October 23, 1840. Edinburgh (1840). 8vo. No. I, Friday, loth April 1840. Price ijd. No. 14, Friday, loth July 1840. Price id. No. IS, Friday, 17th July 1840. Price 3d. No. 29, Friday, 23rd October 1840. Price 3d. Scottish dramatic mirror and public amusement guide from November to February 1844-45. Edinburgh. 1845. 8vo. A weekly sheet of 8 pages, price i^d. 1st No. , Saturday, 9th November 1844 ; 1 6th No., Saturday, 22nd February 1845. I am not aware whether or not this publication was continued beyond one volume. Dramatic omnibus. 1849. [See Glasgow. At first it was pubhshed in Glasgow, but from No. 15 it was published in Edinburgh.] The printer's devil. A weekly review of the stage, and a guide to the studio, &c., &c., &c. (Edinburgh, 1850. 8vo.) A weekly publication, price id. No. i, Saturday, 2nd February 1850. Under this name it only ran for four numbers, and in the fifth number the title is changed, in deference to the feelings of some booksellers, to THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 113 The Edinburgh general review. In No. 6 the title is again changed, and from this number to No. 13, the last which I have seen, it is called The London and Edinburgh general review. No. 13 is dated Saturday, 27th April 1850. CoEEESPONDENCE anent. the Adelphi Theatre, Edinburgh, be- twixt W. H. Murray, Esquire, the lessee ; James Spence, Esquire, "W.S., the secretary for the trustees; and Mr. William Black, merchant, Leith, a shareholder of said theatre. Edinburgh. 1850. 8vo. Relates to an agreement made by Mr. Murray to keep the theatre open for four calendar months in each year. Black pertinaciously demands that he should rigidly keep this engagement. Spence rather defends Murray. A MEMOiE of W. H. Murray (q.v.) (with a sketch of the his- tory of the Edinburgh theatre). 1851. The theatre. Edinburgh. 1851-52. 8vo. Published on ist and 15th of each month. Nos. i to 12. I think all published. The farewell and occasional addresses delivered by W. H. Murray, Esq., in the Theatres Eoyal and Adelphi, Edinburgh; with a biographical sketch. Edinburgh. 185 1. i2mo. pp.160. This is a very scarce little book, and is eagerly sought after by Scotch collectors. Letter, Mr William Black, Merchant, Leith, to the trustees of the Edinburgh Circus, now Adelphi Theatre. [Edinburgh, 1 85 1.] 8vo. A four-page sheet, relating to the intromissions of James Spence, W.S., secretary to the trustees. The weekly review and dramatic critic. Edinburgh. 1852 to 18 ; quarterly volumes. 8vo. A weekly publication. No. I. August 27, 1852. The last No. I have heard of, October 14, 1853, but I believe it ran longer. Case for William Black, merchant in Leith, a shareholder, and one of the trustees for the shareholders, of the Edinburgh Circus, therafter called the Adelphi Theatre, and now named the Queen's Theatre and Opera House, against John Spence, Esq., Surgeon- Dentist, 50 Great King Street, Edinburgh. Edinburgh. 1854. 8vo. Protesting against Spence's continuing as a trustee, on the ground that he was not legally a shareholder. H 114 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Addition to " Case " for William Black, merchant in Leith, against John Spence, 50 Great King Street, Edinburgh. [Edin- burgh, 1854.] 8vo. A four-page sheet. Eemaeks on the Italian Opera in Edinburgh. By Cleeiccs (q.v.). 1854. A FEW more words on the introduction of the Italian Opera into Edinburgh. By Olericus (q.v.). 1855. Objections for William Black, merchant in Leith, a share- holder, and one of the trustees for the shareholders, of the Edin- burgh Circus, thereafter called the Adelphi Theatre, and now named the Queen's Theatre and Opera House, to the report by James Maidment, Advocate, David Smith, W.S., and Thomas Scott, accountant, Edinburgh, the committee of the trustees of the Adelphi Theatre appointed to revise the Kst of shareholders. Edinburgh. 1855. 8vo. Eeport by the trustees of the Queen's Theatre and Opera- House to a general meeting of the Shareholders, held on the 25th May 1857. Approved, and ordered to be printed and circulated. Edinburgh. 1857. 8vo. Sketch of the history of the Edinburgh Theatre-Royal pre- pared for this evening of its final closing, May 25, 1859. With a poetical address delivered on the occasion. Edinburgh. 1859. pp. 24. [By Robert Chambers.] BDLIN, P. H. A lecture on the old English dramatists, delivered at the St. Philip's Athenaeum, Bristol, on Monday, February 8th, 1857, by P. H. Edlin, Esq. Bristol: 1857. Svo. EDWARDS, Sutherland. History of the Opera (q.v.). By Sutherland Edwards. 1862. EDWIN, John [i749-i79o]- A celebrated comedian, who was noted for his extravagant humour and reckless " gagging." He died of drink. Edwin's pills to purge melancholy : containing all the songs sung by Mr. Edwin, of Covent-Garden Theatre, since his first appearance in London ; and many duets that Mr. Edwin has a THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 115 part in. With. an. humourous account of Mrs. Siddons's first reception in Dublin ;. and a portrait of Mr. Edwin finely executed. The second edition, with considerable additions. London. 1788. Svo. Portrait. Very scarce. Daniel, 233. Edwin's last legacy. Containing a collection of his oddities, songs, and various efforts of humour, as given at the Theatres Royal, &c. To which is prefixed, authentic memoirs of his public and private life. "With an account of his death and the order of his funeral. Printed from original copies, and embellished with his portrait, most beautifully executed. London, n. d. (about 1790). i2mo. pp. 80 (really 84 pages, for Nos. 9 to 12 occur twice; the Memoirs ending on page 12, while the Oddities, which follow, have their first page numbered 9). Portrait. The life and adventures of John Edwin, comedian. By an old Croney. To which are added the whole collection of his songs, oddities, &c. &c. London. 1791. i2mo. pp. ii. (unnumbered), 80. With portrait. {Published at is. 6d.) Thk eccentricities of John Edwin, comedian. Collected from his manuscripts, and enriched with several hundred original anec- dotes. Arranged and digested by Anthony Pasquin, Esq. Lon- don. N. D. (1791). . Svo. 2 vols. 8s. Dedication dated February 20, 1791. At the end of the second volume is " A calm enquiry into the present state of our theatres." Anthony Fasquin is, of course, John Williams. Herman, 303. Other editions — London : n. d. (179 1 ). 2 vols. Svo. Dublin: 1791. An elegy written in a London church yard. London: 1792. 4to.* I have not seen this, but believe it to be written in memory of Edwin. EDWIN, John. This actor, I presume, was the son of the great Edwin, who was born about 1770, and died in 1805, like his father, of drink. His wife was an actress of considerable ability, and was very popular. To the Public. A four-page sheet, Svo, dated "Newcastle, June 4th, 1793," and signed " J. Edwin," in which Stephen Kemble, then manager of the Newcastle Theatre, is accused of cruel injustice in the matter of salary towards Mr. and Mrs. Edwin. Kemble replied in a six-page sheet, dated June 10, 1793, and also headed To the Public. Edwin replied to this in a sheet of seven pages, dated June 12, 1793, headed n6 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF To the Public. As they confine themselves to flat contradiction of each other, the truth cannot now be arrived at. EDWIN, John Prosser. An appeal to the public, relative to the conduct of William M'Cready, Esq. in the case of the author, John Prosser Edwin, comedian, of the Theatre- Eoyal, Newcastle. Newcastle : 1807. 8vo. IS. Fact versus Fallacy, or the true state of the case between J. P. Edwin, comedian, and W. Maoready, Esq. Newcastle. 1807. Svo.* Candour versus Calumny; being an ample refutation of the malignant falsehoods and despicable misrepresentations lately published by the MAN-ager, William M'Cready. Written by the MAI^ calling himself John Prosser Edwin, comedian. Newcastle : 1807. 8vo. IS. These three pamphlets relate to a dispute of the usual nature between manager and actor ; the latter alleging cruelty and injustice on the part of the manager, who replies by charges of misconduct. Of Edwin I know nothing, except that he was in the army before be became an actor. EGAN, Pierce. The mistress of Royalty ; or, the loves of Florizel and Perdita, 1 8 14. [By Pierce Bgan. See Robinson, Mary.] EGBRTON, T. & J. The theatrical remembrancer, containing a complete list of all the dramatic performances in the English language ; their several editions, dates, and sizes, and the theatres where they were ori- ginally performed : together with an account of those which have been acted and are unpublished, and a catalogue of such Latin plays as have been written by English authors, from the earliest production of the English drama to the end of the year 1 787. To which are added Notitia Dramatica, being a chronological account of events relative to the English stage. London, 1788. 1 2 mo. Generally known as Egerton's Theatrical Remembrancer, it being published by T. & J. Egerton. Barker's continuation of Egerton's Theatrical remembrancer. By Walley Chamberlain Oulton (q.v.). 1801. THEATRICAL LITEEATUEE. 117 Barker's complete list of plays. To which is added a con- tinuation to the Theatrical remembrancer. 1803. [See Oulton, W. C] BGBRTON, WiUiam. Faithful memoirs of . . . Mrs. Anne Oldfield (q.v.). By William Bgerton. 1731. *" ELLBRSLIB, Alma. The diary of an actress or realities of stage life Edited by H. 0. Shuttleworth, M.A., Rector of St. Nicholas Cole- Abbey; sometime Minor Canon of St. Paul's. London : 1885. 8vo. is. Anonymous ; but, as the young lady gives dates and characters at an easily recognised provincial theatre, I, by consulting my Edinburgh bills, identified her at once. The " Diary " is a pleasing relation of her expe- riences as a young actress in country theatres. ELLISTON, Robert William [1774-1831]. The " Great Lessee," of whom Charles Lamb writes so delightfully. He was a most successful actor and an enterprising manager ; while, as an advertiser, he stood alone. He was manager of the Surrey Theatre, of the Olympic, and of several provincial theatres. In 1819 he took Driiry Lane, which he leased and managed till 1826, in the winter of which year he was bankrupt. In 1827 he again leased the Surrey, the last years of his management being brightened by the production of " Black Eye'd Susan." Copy of a memorial presented to the Lord Chamberlain, by the committee of management of the Theatre-Royal Drury-Lane, and by the proprietors of the Theatre-Eoyal Covent-Garden, against the Olympic and Sans Pareil Theatres; with copies of two letters, in reply to the contents of such memorial, addressed to the Lord Chamberlain, by Robert William EUiston, comedian. London. 1818. 8vo. 3s. EUiston opened the Olympic PaviUon, formerly managed by Philip Astley, on 19th April 1813, under the name of Little Drury Lane Theatre, but the Chamberlain made him close it. In the next year he reopened it. His 181 8 season was specially successful. A LETTER to R. W. EUiston on the injustice of his conduct in representing Lord Byron's tragedy of Marino Paliero. London : 1 82 1. 8vo. This play was produced at Drury Lane, against Byron's wish, on 25th April 1821. It was not repeated till the 30th April, owing to an injunction from the Court of Chancery. ii8 A BIBLIOGKAPHIOAL ACCOUNT OF Maeeied and single. A comedy ... To which is prefixed, an exposure of a recent little proceeding of the great Director of the Theatre Eoyal. 1824. [An attack on EUiston. See Poole, John.] Memoirs of Robert William Elliston comedian. 1774 to 1810. By George Eaymond, Esq. With illustrations by George Cruik- shank. London. 1844. 8vo. With portrait and iUustrations. Memoirs of Robert William Elliston comedian. By George Raymond, Esq. With illustrations by "Phiz." Concluding series. London. 1845. 8vo. With illustrations. Lacy, both series, 12s. Three plates by Cruikshank, two by "Phiz,'' and the portrait. Memoirs of Robert William Elliston comedian. By George Raymond, Esq Second edition. London. 1846, 2 vols. 8vo. With portrait and 5 illustrations. The life and enterprises of Robert William Elliston, comedian. By George Raymond. Illustrated by George Cruikshank and "Phiz." London. 1857. 8vo. With portrait and 5 illustrations. ENTR'ACTE. The Entr'acte and. Limelight. A theatrical and musical critic and advertiser. London: 1869 (still appearing). FoUo. id. weekly. ERA, The Era. London: 1838 (still appearing). Polio. 6d. weekly. The Era, the recognised organ of the theatrical profession, was founded in 1838 (No. I, Sunday, 30th September), as a general newspaper, with a strong sporting element. It became, next to BdVi Life, the leading sporting paper. It is under the conduct of the present editor, Mr. Ledger, that it has become exclusively a theatrical and musical paper. The Era Almanack. Conducted by Edward Ledger. London. 1868. 8vo. IS. (Still appearing.) In 1870 the title was changed to "The Era Almanack and Annual." The early issues are extremely scarce, and much sought after. That for 187 1, which contains "How we got out of Paris," by Pred Vokes, is specially scarce. 1886 is now also scarce. ESTCOURT, Richard [1668-1712]. An actor familiar to all readers of the Spectator. Steele's partiality for him may have affected his judgment, for Gibber does not praise him. He was an incorrigible " gagger." What this letter refers to I do not know, for Estcourt was dead in 1713. A letter from Dick Estcourt, the comedian, to the Spectator. London: 1713. 8vo.* THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 119 ETHBRIDGE, Sir George. A DEFENCE of Sir Fopling Flutter, a comedy ■written by Sir George Etheridge. 1722. [See Dennis, John.] EVERAED, Edward Cape [17SS- ]• A poor strolling actor, whose tale is most pitiable. I do not know when or where the poor fellow died. Memoirs of an unfortunate son of Thespis ; being a sketch of the life of Edward Cape Everard, comedian, twenty-three years of the Theatre-Royal, Drury-Lane, London, and pupil of the late David Garrick, Esq. With reflections, remarks, and anecdotes, written by himself. Edinburgh: 18 18. i2mo. 5s. Herman, los. FALCONER, Bdmund. A well-known Irish actor and dramatic author. He was said to have made ;^i3,ooo at the Lyceum, which he embarked in Drury Lane, and lost every penny. Falconer V. Chatterton. 1866. [See Drury Lane Theatre.] FARRBN, Elizabeth [1759-1829]. A noted actress, especially of fine ladies, who married the Earl of Derby, to whom she was engaged for some years before his first wife's death. Memoirs of the present Countess of Derby, (late Miss Farren) ; including anecdotes of several distinguished persons, particularly the Right Hon. C. J. F , R. B. S n, Esq., the Earl of D y. Lord St — ^nl — y, the late General Burgoyne, Lord M — t — wn, the late Mr. Parsons, the Duke of R — m— d, Mr. King, the actor, Mr. Farren, her Ladyship's father, Mrs. Farren, her Ladyship's mother, Mrs. Knight, her Ladyship's sister, George Colman, the Elder, the late Earl of Chesterfield, Mr. J. Palmer, the actor, the late Mr. Younger, &c. &c. By Petronius Arbiter, Esq. London : n. d. (1797). 4to. 27 pp. is. 6d. This is a very sneering account of Miss Farren's history, seasoned with a few gratuitous nastinesses, which do much to increase its value, for it is now extremely scarce, and much sought after. At the time of publication it went through at least seven editions. The seventh edition has " A postscript extraordinary ! " The replies written to this Memoir are, how- ever, less accurate than itself. The testimony of Truth to exalted merit : or, a biographical sketch of the Right Honourable the Countess of Derby ; in ref u- 120 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF tation of a false and scandalous libel. London: 1797. 4to. pp. 37, including title. Portrait. 2S. Field mentions an 8vo. edition, 1797. The Monthly Mirror says that it knows this account to be authentic, for it is stolen from its own columns. The portrait is also said to be a piracy of that which appeared in the Monthly Mirror, No. 13. The memoirs of the present Countess of Derby, rescued by truth from the assassinating pen of Petronius Arbiter; and proving the stage, from the patronage of the most exalted personages, to have been always considered as a school for morality. By Scriptor Veritatis. London: 1797. 8vo. On the title-page is a long list of " exalted personages " who had been patrons of the stage. Thalia to Eliza : a poetical epistle from the Comic Muse to the Countess of D . In which various eminent dra- matic and political characters are displayed. London: 1798. 8vo. IS. The Monthly Mirror says of this — " A jumble of malignity apd false- hood." FARRBN, Percival. Elder brother of the greater William Farren. He is best known as the early tutor of Helen Fauoit in her theatrical studies. She writes of him with affectionate appreciation and gratitude. He was stage-managei of the Brunswick Theatre, A BRIEF narrative of the opening and sudden destruction of the Royal Brunswick Theatre (q.v.), in a letter from Percy Farren. London : 1828. A ruLL and accurate account of the destruction of the Bkuns- wiCK Theatre (q.v.), with the statements of ... . Wm. and Percy Farren. London: 1828. FARRBN, William [1786-1861]. One of the greatest of English comedians. He was a perfect repre- sentative of such characters as Lord Ogleby, Sir Peter Teazle, &c. His vanity was proportionate to his talent, and he was known in the profession as the " Cock Salmon. " The Stage, a poem, addressed to Mr. Farren. By J. Brown, Esq. (q.v.). 1 8 19. A FULL and accurate account of the destruction of the Bruns- wick Theatre, with the statements of Wm. and Percy Farren. London : 1828. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 121 FAUCIT, Helena [1820 ]. The most notable actress of modem times. She made her first appear- ance, at Oovent Garden, on 5th January 1836 ; the last occasion on which she has played was for the benefit of Charles Calvert's widow in October 1879. She was for a long period associated with Maoready in his worthy efforts to support the dignity of the stage. In 1851 she married Sir Theodore Martin, E.C.B. On some of Shakespeare's female characters Ophelia Portia Desdemona Juliet Imogen. Kosaliad Beatrice By Helena Faucit Lady Martin Edinburgh : 1885. 8vo. Three portraits of Lady Martin. Another edition — Edinburgh : 1887. 8vo. Portrait. los. 6d. FAWCBTT, John [1769-1837]- ' An admirable comedian, who was stage-manager of Covent Garden for a considerable period. His Caleb Quotem is one of the traditions of the stage. A STATEMENT of the differences subsisting between the pro- prietors and performers. 1800. [See Oovent Garden Theatee.] FBALBS, W. True and exact catalogue of all the plays and other dramatick pieces, that were ever yet printed in the English tongue, in alpha- betical order, continued down to April, 1732, London: 1732. l2mo.* Lacy, 5s. 6d. FBARON, James Peter. Theatrical Criticism. The present essay contains a candid critique on the new play, called The School of Reform ; or, How to rule a husband. Now acting at the Theatre Royal, Oovent- Garden. Written by James Peter Fearon. London : 1805. 8vo. 2S. Mr. Fearon announces that, should this attempt at honest criticism meet with encouragement, he will continue to publish criticisms of new plays. As I am not acquainted with any further productions of his, I presume he was not encouraged. FBCHTER, Charles [1824-^1879]. A French actor, whose performance of Hamlet (in English) aroused a storm of controversy. He was the first, in recent times, to try to throw a little naturalness into the part. He played it first at the Princess's Theatre on 20th March l85i, and it ran for 115 nights. His Othello was as bad as his Hamlet was good. Fechter's version of Othello, critically analysed. By Henry 122 A BIBLIOGKAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Ottley, with prefatory observations on. the stage, the audience, and the critics. London : 1861. 8vo. pp. 32. 6d.* A severe criticism on Fechter, reprinted, with additions, from the Mornmg Chronicle of October 24 and 26. A RETROSPECTIVE glanco at Mr. Fechter's lago, and acting edi- tion of Othello. By Wilmot. London. 1862. 8vo. FBILD, John. A HUMBLE application to the Queen and Parliament to suppress play-houses and bear-baitings. ByJohnFeild. London: 1703. 4to.* FBNNBLL, James. Was a very promising actor. He made his first appearance at Edin- burgh in 1787. During the next season a quarrel occurred regarding the cast of "Venice Preserved," and Fennell was brutally treated by a sec- tion of the public, and driven from the Edinburgh stage. He ultimately went to America, and was evidently in good repute in 1811, when 6. F, Cooke was there. His real name was Cambray. A STATEMENT of facts Occasional of and relative to the late dis- turbances at the Theatre- Koyal Edinburgh, by James Fennell, Edinburgh, n. d. (1788). 8vo. is. Second edition — Edinburgh, n. d. (178S). 8vo. The theatrical guardian. 1791. (Said to be by Fennell.) J [See Theatrical.] /j / /t ^ aj^^>^ i.^Lr. Vol. ^ Ahu^c. G. I leaf : pp. . The British Museum copy is defective. This is a most vile attack on Garrick by that contemptible hound, Dr. Kenrick. " Nyky " is Isaac Bickerstaff, who had to quit this country to escape trial for an unnatural crime. Kenrick, in this poem, insinuates that Garrick was a participator in the crime. The titles which follow are of interest, as they vary con- siderably from the first edition. A LETTER to David Garrick, Esq. from "William Kenrick, LL.D. The third edition. London. 1772. 4to. One leaf of the " letter j " then follows this title-page — -Love in the suds ; a town eclogue. Being the lamentation of Roscius for the loss of his Nyky. With annotations by the editor; and an appendix, containing queries and answers relative to the personal satisfac- tion, pretended to have been required of the author of the above eclogue, by the lamentable Roscius. pp. 31. Love in the Suds ; a town eclogue. Being the lamentation of Roscius for the loss of his Nyky. With annotations and an appendix. The fifth edition. London. 1772. 4to. To this edition are added verses which appeared in the Morning Chronicle on this subject. Those in defence of Garrick were signed "Benedick," and were written by Joseph Reed. A LETTER to David Garrick, Esq. Occasioned by his having moved the Court of King's Bench against the publisher of Love in the Suds, or the lamentation of Roscius for the loss of his Nyky. By Dr. Kenrick. London. 1772. 4to. Kenrick made a public apology in the Publick Advertiser, November 23, 1 772, and promised to withdraw and suppress the sale of the pamphlet. The Kenrickad : a poem. London: 1772. 4to. is. A strong attack on Kenrick. Signed "Ariel." The recantation and confession of Doctor Kenrick, LL.D. London: 1772. 4to. is. A mock recantation, prefaced by a rather coarse dialogue between Ken- rick and his publisher, John Wheeble. 144 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The Poetical Review, a poem. Being a satirical display of the literal characters of Mr. G*rr*ck, Mr. 0*lm*n, Mr. Sh*r***n, Genl. B*rg***e, Mr. M*ckl*n, Dr. K*n- r * * k. The Canonical duellist, &o. &c. &o. With a word to the Critical, London, and Monthly Eeviewers. The third edition, with additions. London : n. d. (1772). 4to. is. 6d. I'avourable to Garrick : abusive of Kenriok. An epistle to David Garrick, Esq. By E. Llotd (q.v.). 1773. A WHIPPING for the Welch parson. Being a comment on the Rev. Mr. Evan Lloyd's epistle to David Garrick. 1773. [See Lloyd, E.] Dramatic characters, or dififerent portraits of the English stage. In the days of Garrick &c. 1773. [See Sayers, Robert.] A LETTER to Sir John Fielding, Knt. occasioned by his extra- ordinary request to Mr. G«,rrick for the suppression of the Beggars opera. By William Augustus Miles (q.v.). 1773. An appeal to the publick, from the judgment of a certain manager, with original letters : and the drama, of one act, which was refused representation. London: 1774. 8vo. pp. xiii. of "Appeal:" i leaf Dram. Pers. : drama pp. 40. is. The "Appeal," which is initialed "T. R.," is so grotesquely conceited in tone, that I doubt whether this is not a piece of somewhat unintelligible humour. Genest, however, treats it seriously. The play is the "Politician Reformed." Gareick's looking-glass : or, the art of rising on the stage. A poem. In three cantos. Decorated with dramatic characters. By the author of * * * * * London : 1776. 4to, Title and pp. 72. This is attributed to R. Pratt. Pursuit after Happiness : a poem. To which is added, an Ode to Mr. Garrick, on his quitting the stage. Also an elegy on the death of Mr. Barry. London: 1777. 4to. 2S. 6d. Ode to Dragon, Mr. Garrick's house-dog, at Hampton. Lon- don : 1777. 4to. A panegyric of Garrick. Said to be written by Hannah More. THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 145 Gaeeick in the Shades; or, a peep into Elysium; a farce: lever offered to the managers of the Theatres- Royal. London : 1779. 8vo. An attack on Garrick, conspicuous for its bad taste, it being published shortly after his death. The " Biographia Dramatica " says : " This seems to be the production of some disappointed author, whose resentment extended beyond the grave." Verses to the memory of Garrick. Spoken as a monody, at bhe Theatre Royal in Drury- Lane. London: 1779. 4to. With plate. By Sheridan, who signs the dedication. The apotheosis of Punch. A satirical masque, with a monody on the death of the late Master Punch. Acted at the Patagonian Theatre, Exeter Change. London: 1779. 8vo.* The " Biographia Dramatica " says that this is an attempt to ridicule Sheridan's Monody on Garrick's death, and describes it as malignant without merit. It is attributed to Leonard M'Nally. An elegy on the death of David Garrick, Esq; The second edition, with additions, by the author of the Ode to the warlike genius of Great Britain. London: 1779. 4to. is. By the Kev. William Tasker. A MONODY on the death of David Garrick, Esq. By W. Meyler. Bath: 1779. 4^°* Shadows of Shakespeare, a monody, occasioned by the death of Mr. Garrick. By Courtney Melmoth. Bath: 1779. 4to.* A FUNERAL eulogium to the memory of David Garrick. 1779.* I have seen only the slightest reference to this pamphlet. The life and death of David Garrick, Esq. the celebrated Eng- lish Roscius. Giving an account of his figure, face, voice, and education. His great powers both in tragedy and comedy are considered, and Messrs. Alleyn, Mohun, Hart, Nokes, Leigh, Betterton, Wilks, Gibber, and Barry, compared with Mr. Garrick. Also Mr. Garrick's celebrated speech on his retiring from the stage in 1776. The procession and ceremony at his funeral, sub- stance of his will, account of the Jubilee at Stratford upon Avon, with part of the ode and songs on that occasion ; his best pro- logues, epilogues, bon mots, repartees, &c. To which is added, the life of Edward Alleyn, the celebrated comedian in the reigns of Queen Elizabeth and James the First, founder of Dulwich E 146 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF College, and who was called the Eoscius of his time. Also a curious anecdote of Alleyn, Shakespeare, and Ben Jonson. By an old comedian. London: 1779. 8vo. A very catchpenny production. " Second edition, with considerable additions." 1779. Memoirs of the life of David Garrick, Esq. Interspersed with characters and anecdotes of his theatrical contemporaries. The whole forming a history of the stage, which includes a period of thirty-six years. By Thomas Davies. London: 1780. 2 vols. Svo. With portrait, engraved from Mr. Pingo's seal for the Theatrical Fund. Second edition. London: 1780. 2 vols. Svo. Portrait from seal. Third edition. London; 1781. 2 vols. Svo. Portrait by Sherwin. Fourth edition. London: 1784. 2 vols. Svo. Portrait by Sherwin. A new edition, with Notes by Stephen Jones — London: 180S. 2 vols. Svo. Portrait, A DIALOGUE between the Earl of d and Mr. Garrick, in the Elysian Shades. London: 1785. 4to. is. 6d. , Very laudatory of Garrick and Dr. Johnson. The Garriciad, a poem, being a companion to the Kosciad of Churchill. London: 1787.* This is mentioned in the " Bibliotheca Britannica," but I have never seen or heard of a copy otherwise. The manner pointed out in which the Common Prayer was read by the late Mr. Garrick, for the instruction of a young clergyman, from whose inanuscript notes this pamphlet is com- posed. By J. W. Anderson, A.M. London: 1797. Svo. 2S.* Another edition, with the following title : — Gaerick's mode of reading the Liturgy of the Church of Eng- land. A new edition, with notes, and a preliminary discourse on public reading, by Richard CuU, tutor in elocution. London : 1840. Svo. 5 s. 6d. The life of David Garrick, Esq. By Arthur Murphy, Esq. London: 1801. ,2 vols., 8 v6. With portrait. 14s. Herman, i8s, Elephantasmagoria a letter from the shade of Garrick to J. P. Kemble. .1812. [See Covent Garden Theatre.] THEATKICAL LITEEATUKE. 145 Johnson and Garrick [Not published.] Loudon : printed by Nichols, Son, and Bentley, Red Lion Passage, Fleet Street 1 8 16. 8vo. 15 pp. including title. The prefatory note says — " The following jeu d' esprit was written bj Sir Joshua Keynolds to illustrate a remark which he had made, ' Thai Dr. Johnson considered Garrick as his property, and would never suffei any one to praise or abuse him but himself.' In the first of these sup posed dialogues, Sir Joshua himself, by high encomiums upon Garrick, ii represented as drawing down upon him Johnson's censure ; in the second, Hr. Gibbon, by taking the opposite side, calls forth his praise." Posthumous letters, from various celebrated men j addressed to Francis Colman, and George Colman the Elder (q.v.). 1820. With papers relative to the proportional shares of authorship of Garricl and Oolman in the " Clandestine Marriage." Garrick in the green room ! A biographical and critica! analysis of a picture, painted by William Hogarth, and engraved by William Ward. By George Daniel. London : 1829. 8vo L.p. 4tp. pp. 33. With engraving of the picture. The picture represents Garrick sitting speaking with great animation, surrounded by Hogarth and some members of his company. A CONCISE account of Garrick's Jubilee, held at Stratf ord-upon Avon, in honour of Shakspeare, in 1769. And of the com- memorative festivals in 1827 and 1830. Stratford-upon-Avon 1830. 8vo. The private correspondence of -David Garrick with the mosi celebrated persons of his time; now first published from the originals, and illustrated with notes. And a new biographica memoir of Garrick. London : 1831-32. 2 vols. 4to. Witl portrait. The memoir, by Boaden, occupies 64 pages. Ode to David Garrick, by one of his descendants, and dedicatee by him to the Garrick Club. London : 1847. 8vo. An attack upon J. P. Collier, Spicer, and others. The life of David Garrick; from original family papers, anc numerous published and unpublished sources. JBy Percy Fitz gerald, M.A., F.S.A. London. 1868. 2 vols. 8vo. With por- traits of Mr. and Mrs. Garrick. 148 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF GAY, John [1688-1732]. Most famous, theatrically, as the author of the "Beggar's Opera," which was produced at Lincoln's Inn Fields on January 29, 1728, and was acted at least sixty-two times in its first season. , A COMPLETE key to the last new farce The what d'ye call it, To which is prefix'd a hypercritical preface on the nature of bur- lesque, and the poets design. London (Koberts): 1715. 8vo. 6d. " The what d'ye call it," a tragi-comi-pastoral farce, by John Gay, produced at Drury Lane, February 23,171 5, was a burlesque on the absurdi- ties of some of the tragedies then popular. It was extremely successful, and the work noted above was an attack on it, written, says the "BiographiaDramatioa," by GrifBn the player, in conjunction with Theo- bald. A LETTER to Mr. John Gay, concerning his late Farce, entituled, A Comedy. London (Roberts) : 171 7. 8vo. 6d. The dedication alludes to the celebrated quarrel between Gibber and Pope. The " farce " is " Three Hours after Marriage." A COMPLETE key to the new farce, call'd Three hours after marriage. By E. Parker (q.v.). 171 7. A letter to Mr. John Gay, on his tragedy, call'd, The Cap- tives. By Elizabeth Harrison (q.v.). 1724. Achilles dissected : being a compleat key of the political characters in that new ballad opera, written by the late Mr, Gay. An account of the plan upon which it is founded. With remarks upon the whole. By Mr. Burnet. To which is added, the first Satire of the second book of Horace, imitated in a dialogue between Mr. Pope and the Ordinary of Newgate. London (Mears) : 1733. 8vo. 6d. Said to be by Guthry. The Life of Mr. John Gay, author of the Beggar's-Opeta, &c. London (Curll) : 1733. 8vo. Medallion portrait on title- page. IS. 6d. GAY, Joseph (pseudonym). A COMPLEAT key to the Non-juror. By Mr. Joseph Gfay. 1 7 18. [See Cibber, CoUey.] THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 149 JBEEE, John. Serious Considerations on Plays, Games, and other Fashionable Mversions. Shewing the sinfulness, and dangerous tendency hereof. By John Geere, of Famham, Surry. Guildford : 1763. ivo. 6d. JBNBST, Rev. John. Some account of the English stage, from the Restoration in 1660 to 1830. Bath. 1832. 10 vols. 8vo. This, the only complete history of the stage since the Restoration, was the work of a Bath clergyman, who must have devoted his life to it. No words can do adequate justice to the honest and thorough nature of the work ; and its value cannot be over-estimated. Yet it fell dead from the press. (Lowndes says it was published at ;^5, 5s., but reduced to {,1, 108.) It was for years a drug in the market, but is now becoming one of the most valued of theatrical books. Lacy, 60s. ; Herman, £(>, los. GrBNT, Thomas. Monody to the memory of R. B. Sheridan (q.v.). 1816. GBNTILBS, Doctor. Th' overthrow of stage-playes, by the way of controversie betwixt D. Gager (q.v.) and D. Eainoldes Wherevnto are added also and annexed in th' end certeine latine letters betwixt the sayed Maister Eainoldes, and D. Gentiles. 1599. GBNTLBMAN, Francis [1728-1784]. Actor, dramatic author, and editor of " Bell's Edition of Shakespeare. '' He was Mossop's schoolfellow, and the particulars given of this unfor- tunate actor in the preface to " The Modish Wife " are very valuable. " The Dramatic Censor " is also valuable for its criticisms of the actors. Sejancs, a tragedy. As it was intended for the stage. With a preface, wherein the manager's reasons for refusing it are set forth. By Mr. Gentleman. London: 1752. 8vo. is. 6d. This is an alteration of Ben Jonson's tragedy. It was not produced in London, but was, says the "Biographia Dramatica," acted at Bath with some degree of applause. The dramatic censor: or, critical companion.. 1770. [See Dramatic] The modish wife, a comedy, performed with uninfluenced applause at the Theatre-Royal, Haymarket To which is ISO A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOTJNT OF prefixed a summary view of the stage, as it has been, is, and ought to be. With biographical anecdotes of Messrs. Mossop, Dexter, Derrick, & the author, school-fellows, and public cotemporaries. London: n. d. (1774). 8vo. GEORGE IV, Poetical epistle from Florizel to Perdita. 1781. [See Robinson, Mary.] Florizel wa3 George IV., whose amour, when Prince o£ Wales, with Mrs. Robinson (Perdita) was notorious. The mistress of Royalty ; or, the loves of riorizel and Perdita. 1814. [Ibid.] GIFFORD, William. A LETTER to William Gifford, on the late edition of Ford's plays. By Octavius Gilchrist (q. v.). 181 1. GILBERT, WiUiam Schwenk. One of the most notable personages in the theatrical world. His series of comic operas, written in conjunction with Sir Arthur Sullivan, have had a sustained popularity which is as phenomenal as it is weU deserved, A LETTER from Miss Henrietta Hodson (q.v.) .... being a relation of the persecutions which she has suffered from Mr. Wil- liam Schwenk Gilbert. 1877. A LETTER addressed to the members of the dramatic profession in reply to Miss Henrietta Hodson's pamphlet. By W. S. Gil- bert. [London: 1877.] 8vo. 18 pp. Dated i8th May 1877. Miss Hodson replied to this in a long letter in the Era. GILCHRIST, Octavius. An examination of the charges maintained by Messrs. Malone, Chalmers, and others, of Ben Jonson's enmity, &c. towards Shak- speare. By Octavius Gilchrist. London: 1808. 8vo. 2S. 6d. A LETTER to WiUiam Gifford, Esq. on the late edition of Ford's plays j chiefly as relating to Ben Jonson. By Octavius Gilchrist, Esq. London. 1811. 8vo. GILDON, Charles [1665-1724]- An unsuccessful dramatist. He was a very critical personage, but his own writings were far from perfection. He is one of Pope's victims m the "Dunciad." THEATKICAL LITERATUEE. 151 The marriage-hater match'd : a comedy. Written by Tho. D'TJbfet (q.v.). 1692. Prefixed is a laudatory letter to the author, signed by Gildon. Phaeton : or, the fatal divorce. A tragedy. . . . With some reflections on a book call'd, A short view of the immorality . . . 1698. [See CoLUEB, Jeremy.] The lives and characters of the English dramatick poets. Also an exact account of all the plays that were ever yet printed in the English tongue ; their double titles, the places where acted, the dates when printed, and the persons to whom dedicated; with remarks and observations on most of the said plays. First begun by Mr. Langbain, improv'd and continued down to this time, by a careful hand. London, n. d. [1698 or 1699.] 8vo. Always attributed to Grildon. A coMPABisoN between the two stages, with an examen of the Generous Conqueror ; and some critical remarks on the Funeral, or Grief Alamode, the False Friend, Tamerlane and others. In dialogue. London (no publisher's name) : 1702. 8vo. Preface = 3 leaves ; pp. 200. Attributed to Gildon. It is a very coarse and indecent production, and is one of the scarcest of dramatic books. Daniel, los. ; but it is now prac- tically priceless. The life of Mr. Thomas Betterton (q.v.), the late eminent tragedian. 17 10. ""^ A NEW rehearsal, or Bays the Younger. 17 14. [By Gildon. See EowB, Nicholas.] Hehares on Mr. Eowe's tragedy of the Lady Jane Gray, and all his other plays. 1715. [Second edition of the above. Ibid.] Complete art of poetry, epigrams, tragedy, comedy, how to draw the plot, form the characters, &c. London : 1718. 2 vols, izmo.* A NEW project for regulating the stage, by John Dennis (q.v.) and Charles Gildon. 1720. GILLILAND, Thomas. A DEAMATic synopsis, containing an essay on the political and moral use of a theatre ; involving remarks on the dramatic writers 152 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF of tlie present day, and strictures on the performers of the two theatres. By Thomas Gilliland. London. 1804. 8vo. 4s. Elbow room, a pamphlet ; containing remarks on the shameful increase of the private boxes of Oovent Garden, with a variety of original observations relating to the management of that theatre. Also a comparative view of the two houses, showing the puerility of a great man's prophecy, who was to have turned Drury Lane Theatre into a " Splendid Desert," &c., &c. By Thomas Gilli- land. . . . London : 1804. 8vo. is. Jack in office. By Thomas Gilliland. 1805. [See Kemble, J. P.] The dramatic mirror : containing the history of the stage, from the earliest period to the present time ; including a biographical and critical account of all the dramatic writers, from 1660; and also of the most distinguished performers, from the days of Shakspeare to 1807 : and a history of the country theatres, in England, Ireland, and Scotland. Embellished with seventeen elegant engravings. By Thomas Gilliland. . . . London. 1808. 2 vols. i2mo. With portraits and views (17). Herman, 20a. GLASGOW. The Glasgow theatrical register, from Nov. 16. to Dec. 8. 1803.' inclusive. Containing cursory remarks on the performances at the theatre. Glasgow. 1803. 8vo. Criticisms on a three-weeks' season under Jackson's management. This paper seems to have appeared during the preceding summer. Animadversions on Mr. J. Jackson's dramatic strictures upon the merits of Young Eoscius. By the editor of the Glasgow Theatrical Eegister. 1804. [See Betty, W. H. W.] The Queen Street Ghost, or the theatrical spectre. 1806.* I know nothing of this, but I suppose it to have reference to the theatre. The Glasgow theatrical observer. Glasgow : 1824. i2mo. Weekly while the theatre was open. No. I, Tuesday, April 20, 1824; No. 8, Tuesday, July 20, 1824. The opera glass. A critique on the performances of the Glasgow stage. Glasgow: 1829-30. 8vo.* To the public. Glasgow : n. d. [See Haedy, Eobert Bums.] THEATKICAL LITEKATUEE. 153 Eeplt to Alexander's second appeal to the public. By E. B. Haedy. [Ibid.] These two productions relate to Alexander's alleged harsh treatment of a poor showman for infringing his patent. Letter to the Lord Provost, Magistrates, and Town Council of Glasgow, on the present state of the Theatre Eoyal, and the duties incumbent upon them regarding its patent. By Walter Dennistoun, Esq. Glasgow. 1835. i2mo. An attack upon Alexander. A LECTURE on the mischievous effects of theatrical monopolies. By George Gray (q.v.). 1835. Has reference to Alexander, the Grlasgow manager. The theatrical visitor. Glasgow: 1835. Sm. 8vo. Six weekly numbers of eight pages each, all published. No. i, Satur- day, August 16, 1835 ; No. 6, Saturday, September 19, 1835. Dramatic omnibus. Glasgow and Edinburgh. 1849-50. 8vo. A weekly paper of eight pages (occasionally of twelve), published at id. Nos. I to 3 have the above title ; No. 4 is Headed — Dramatic omnibus. Licensed to carry all the theatres ! I have seen thirty-six numbers (making one volume), but not a title- page. No. I, Saturday, May 26, 1849 ; No. 36, Saturday, January 26, 1850. Up to No. 13 it was published in Grlasgow ; No. 14 has no place of publication on it; and from No. 15 to 36 it was published in Edin- burgh. The play-goer, and public amusement guide. Glasgow. 1850. 8vo. A weekly sheet of eight pages 8vo, published at id,, of which I have seen seven numbers. No. i, Saturday, July 13, 1850; No. 7, Saturday, August 24, 1S50. GLOBE THEATRE. The Grlobe was situated on the Bankside, and was the summer house of Shakespeare's company. It was built in 1594 ; rebuilt, after a fire, in 1613 ; pulled down probably about 1654. Two old theatres. Views of the Globe and the Bear Garden. 1884. [See Halliwell, J. 0.] GLOVER, Phillips, Eoyal and Eoyalty Theatres. Letter to Phillips Glover. 1787. [See Jackman, Isaac] 154 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF GLOVER, Richard [1711-1785]- Dramatic author. Some few reflections on tlie tragedy of Boadicia. Londor 1753. 8vo. 4d. Glover's successful play of "Boadicea" was produced at DrnryLan December i, 1753. Female revenge, or the British Amazon, exemplified in tl: life of Boadicea. London: 1753. 8vo.* A SHOET history of Boadicea, the British Queen. Being th story on which the new tragedy, now in rehearsal at the Theati Royal in Drury Lane, is founded. Very proper to he hound n with the play. London: 1754. 8vo. 6d. This must have been published after the piece had been played. A LETTER to Mr. Richard Glover, on his tragedy' of BoadiciE By Crisp Mills (q.v.). 1754. A COMMENT on Boadicia, with^ remarks on Mills's letter. B- W. Eider (q.v.). 1754. GODWIN, George. On the desirability of obtaining a National Theatre not whoU; controlled by the prevailing popular taste. A paper read a the Cheltenham Congress of the Social Science Association (Ai Department), October, 1878. By George Godwin, F.R.S., F.S.A London. 1878. 8vo. GOFFB, Thomas [about 1592-1627]. The Careles Shepherdess. A Tragi-Comedy acted before thi King and Queen, and at Salisbury- Court, with great applause Written by T. G., Mr. of Arts. . . . With an alphebeticall cata logue of all such plays that ever were priated. London, Printet for Richard Rogers and William Ley, and are to be sould a Pauls Chaine nere Doctors Commons, 1656. Sm. 4to. Title ] leaf : pp. 76:3 leaves of catalogue. GOODMAN'S FIELDS THEATRE. A letter to the Right Honourable Sir Richard Brocas, Lore Mayor of London. By a citizen. London (Reynolds). 1730 8vo. 6d. f An energetic protest against the new theatre in Goodman's Fields ;| which was opened by Odell on 31st October 1729. THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. 155 GORDON, . An essay on public sports and diversions, to wtich is subjoined an epilogue, addressed to tbe Nobility, Gentry, &o. of Edinburgh, spoke by Mr. Este, on Monday tbe 17th of January, 1743, at the Taylors' Hall, Cowgate. Edinburgh: 1743. izmo.* This tract is, I believe, of great rarity. GOSSON, Stephen [1555-1624]. Mr. Arber describes Gosson as "Poet, Actor, Dramatist', Satirist, and Preacher." He acted and wrote plays when a young man, but saw the error of his ways, and became one of the most earnest enemies of the evils of the playhouses. The schoole of abuse, conteining a plesaunt inuectiue against poets, pipers, plaiers, iesters, and such like caterpillers of a Comonwelth; setting vp the flagge of defiance to their mis- chieuous exercise, & ouerthrowing their bulwarkes, by prophane writers, naturall reason, and common experience : a discourse as pleasaunt for gentlemen that fauour learning, as profitable for all that wyll follow vertue. By Stephan Gosson. Stud. Oxon. Printed at London,%r Thomas VYoodcocke, 1579. i2mo. Title I leaf : Dedication and " To the Eeader " 5 leaves : " School of Abuse" 37 leaves (A to C 5) : "To the Mayor" and "To the Gentlewomen of London " 7 leaves (to F 4). b. l. Second edition — London: 1587, i2mo. Eeprinted in the third volume of the Somers Tracts, 1810, 4to ; by the Shakespeare Society, 1841, 8vo ; by Edward Arber, 1868, 8vo. A copy of the 1587 edition sold at Hodg- son's, January 28, 1876, for 4gs. A DEFENCE of poetry, music, and stage-plays. 1579. [See Lodge, Thomas. A reply to Gosson.] The Ephemerides of Phialo, deuided into three bookes. The first, a method which he ought to follow that desireth to rebuke his freend, when he seeth his swarue : without kindling his oholer, or hurting himselfe. The second, a canuazado to cour- tiers in foure pointes. The third, the defence of a curtezan ouerthrowen. And a short Apologie of the Schoole of Abuse, against poets, pipers, players, & their excusers. By Step. Gosson, Stud. Oxon. Imprinted at London by Thomas Dawson.. Anno 1579. i2mo. b. l. Title, I leaf : Dedications, 4 leaves : To the Reader, 2 leaves : Ephe- merides, 92 leaves. Second edition — London: 1586. i2mo. Eeprinted by Edward Arber, 1868. 8vo. iS6 A BIBLIOGKAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A SECOND and third blast of retrait from plaies and theaters : the one whereof was sounded by a reuerend Byshop dead long since ; the other by a worshipful and zealous gentleman now aliue : one showing the filthiness of plaies in times past ; the other the abbomination of theaters in the time present : both expresly prouing that that Common-weale is nigh vnto the cursse of God, wherein either plaiers be made of, or theaters maintained Set forth by Anglo-phile Eutheo. Ephes. 5, verse 15, 16. Take heede therefore that ye walhe eircumspedlie, not as vnwise, hut as wise, redeeming the time, because the daies are euil. Allowed by auctoritie. 1580. i6mo. Title i leaf: Preface 5 leaves: pp. 128 : colophon i leaf. Colophon : Imprinted at London by Henrie Denham, dwelling in Pater noster Eow, at the signe of the Starre, being the assigns of WiUiam Seres. Cum priuilegio Kegise Maiestatis. Over the above is a coat of arms and the date 1580. This work is largely founded on Gosson's " Schoole of Abuse. " Plates confuted in fiue actions, prouing that they are not to be suflred in a Christian Commonweale, by the waye both the cauils of Thomas Lodge, and the Play of Playes, written in their defence, and other obiections of players frendes, are truely set downe and directlye aunsweared. By Steph. Gosson, Stud, Oxon, S. Cyprian. Nan diserta, sed fortia. London imprinted for Thomas Gosson dwelling in Pater noster row at the signe of the Sunne. n. d. (1582). i2mo. b. l. Title, I leaf : Dedication, 6 leaves : To the Reader, 6 leaves : the Con- futation, 48 leaves (B to G 8). Reprinted in the Roxburghe' Library, 1868, &c., by W. 0. Hazlitt. GRAVES, Henry Mercer. An essay on the genius of Shakespeare, with critical remarks on the characters of Komeo, Hamlet, Juliet, and Ophelia; together with some observations on the writings of Sir Walter Scott. To which is annexed, a letter to Lord , containing a critique on taste, judgment, and rhetorical expression, and remarks on the leading actors of the day. By Henry Mercer Graves London: 1826. 8vo.* O-RAY, George. A LECTURE on the mischievous effects of theatrical monopolies, twice delivered before the citizens of Glasgow : containing a con- THEATEICAL LITEEATURE. 157 oise history of the stage, and an exposition of all the laws affect- ing the drama and its professors. By George Gray, of the London and Dublin theatres, and member of the London Dramatic Committee. Glasgow. 1835. 8vo. Has special reference to Alexander, the Glasgow manager, GREEN, Edward. Observations on the drama, with a view to its more beneficial effects on the morals and manners of society. In three parts. By Edward Green London : n. d. (1803). 8vo. 2s. 6d. GREENE, J. A EEFVTATioN of the Apology for actors. Diuided into three briefe treatises. Wherein is confuted and opposed all the chiefe groundes and arguments alleaged in defence of Playes: and withall in each treatise is deciphered actors, 1. Heathenish and diabolicall institution. 2. Their ancient and moderne indignitie. , 3. The wonderfull abuse of their impious qualitie By L G Imprinted at London by W. White, and are to be sold by Thomas Langley in luie Lane. 16 15. 4to. Title i leaf: pp. 62. Very scarce indeed. Lowndes says — "A long and laboured puritanical answer to Hey wood." GREENE, Robert (the Dramatist). The footsteps of Shakspere. 1862. [See Oaetweight, Robert. ] GREEN-ROOM. The green-room mirror. Clearly delineating our present theatrical performers, by a genuine reflection. London : 1786. 8V0. 2S. The secret history of the, Green Rooms : containing authentic and entertaining memoirs of the actors and actresses in the three Theatres Royal. Vol. L — Drury-Lane. London: 1790. 2 vols. i2mo. Vol. ii. — Oovent-Garden and Haymarket. 3rd edition, 2 vols. izmo. 1793. Lacy (179s edition), $8. 6d. Roach's authentic memoirs of the green room. 1796. [See Roach, J., for 1796, 1799, 1800, 1803, and 1804.] Authentic memoirs of^the greenroom, London: 1806. 2 vols. i2mo. Portraits. 158 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Geeen room gossip ; or, gravity gallinipt : a gallimaufry, con- sisting of theatrical anecdotes — bon-mots — chit-cliat — drollery entertainment — fun — gibes — humour — jokes — kickshaws — lam- poons — mirth — nonsense — oratory — puns — quizzing — repartee- stories tattle — vocality — wit — yawning — zest. Got up to guile gymnastical and gynecocratic governments. With an appendix, of grave subjects. Gathered and garnished by Gridiron Gabble, Gent. Godson to Mother Goose. Given in Gimmal, under guidance of J. Barker, Dramatic Eepository, Eussell-Street, Oovent-Garden. 1809. i2mo. Herman, 133. Attributed to John Haslewood. Authentic memoirs of the green-room; including sketches, biographical, critical, and characteristic, of the performers of the Theatres Royal, Drury-Lane, Coven t-Garden, and the Haymarket; containing original lives and anecdotes, never before published. London : n. d. (1814). 8vo. With portrait of Miss Stephens. Memoirs and intrigues of the green-room. . Bvo. Coloured plates.* A copy of this occurred in Maidment's sale catalogue, wanting title. This is the only copy I have heard of. GRBVILLB, H. P. Mr. Greville's Statement of Mr. Naldi's Case. London: 1811. Bvo. IS.* Greville was proprietor of the Argyle Theatre. He engaged Naldi, and the " Case " between them was regarding breach of contract. The Alien; or, an answer to Mr. Greville's statement. By Giuseppi Naldi (q.v.). 181 1. A LETTER to the subscribers of the Opera. By H. F. Greville, London: 1811. 8vo.* GRBVILLB, Robert Kaye. The drama brought to the test of Scripture, and found wanting. Edinburgh: 1830. i2mo. 2S. 6d. By K. K. Greville. The preface is initialed " R. K. G." An appeal to Christians on the subject of dramatic entertain- ments. By Robert Kaye Greville, LL.D. Edinburgh. 1830. GREY, Oliver. An apology for the servants. By Oliver Grey. Occasioned by the representation of the farce called High Life below Stairs, THEATEICAL LITERATURE. 159 and by what has been said to their disadvantage in the public papers. London: 1760. 8vo. 6d. Appeared in parts in the Public Ledger, May 1760. Seems to be a serious defence of servants in general. " High Life Below Stairs " was first produced at Drury Lane on 31st October 1759. GRIFFIN, Benjamin [1680-1740]. An actor of great merit ; author of several plays. A COMPLETE key to the last new farce The what d'ye call it. 1715. [Attributed to Griffin and Theobald. See Gay, John.] GRIMALDI, Joseph [1779-1837]. The most famous of clowns. His "Memoirs," to which Dickens lent his name as editor, is one of the most eagerly sought of dramatic books, but this is on account of the Oruikshank plates, not of any interest or value it possesses theatrically. The plate " The Last Song " is found in two states — one with a border, the other without. Regarding this Mr. A. E. Burnett favours me with these remarks : " Some copies of the first edition have this border, and some not ; all bearing date 1838. It is diflacult to explain which actually appeared first ; and, if there were alterations on Cruikshank's plate, who made them." ' Memoiks of Joseph Grimaldi. Edited by "Boz." With illustrations by George Oruikshank. London. 1838. 2 vols. 8vo. With portrait and 12 illustrations. {Published at 15s.) The second edition, 2 vols. 8vo., 1846, "A new edition, with notes and additions, revised by Charles Whitehead," has an additional plate, a coloured portrait of Grimaldi as Clown in " Mother Goose," which appears in no other edition, and is an excellent likeness. The third edition, 1853, has the portrait of the first edition, and ten illustrations, and the fourth edition, 1866, has the same. These two editions are in I vol. 8vo. The notes are said to have been really written by J. H. Burn. The life of Joseph Grimaldi; with anecdotes of his contem- poraries. By Henry Downes Miles. London: 1838. i2mo. With portrait and cuts. GROSSMITH, William Robert. The life and theatrical excursions of the infant actor, William Robert Grossmith. On outer cover — Second edition. The hfe, &c., of William Robert Grossmith, the celebrated juvenile actor. Reading : printed and published by M. Cowslade and Co. Price, with portrait, one shilling; without portrait, sixpence ; to be had of all the Booksellers ; and of the Young Roscius himself. 1827. 8vo. pp. 24. I know nothing of this "Phenomenon."' i6o A BIBLIOGKAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF GRUNBISBN, C. L. The opera and the press. By 0. L. Gruneisen, F.RG.S. London : 1869. 8vo. is. 6d. G-USTAPSON, Zadel Barnes. Genevieve Ward A biographical sketch By Z. B. Gustafson. 1881. G-UTHRIE, WiUiam. Me. Garrick's answer to Mr. Macklin's Case. 1743. [Attri- buted to Guthrie. See Macklin, Charles.] An essay upon English tragedy. With remarks upon the Abbe de Blanc's Observations on the English stage. By William Guthrie, Esq; n. p. n. d. [London (Waller), about 1747]. 8vo. GUTHRY, . Achilles dissected : being a compleat key. By Mr. Burnet. 1733. [^®^ ^^"^1 John.] GWYNNE, Eleanor [1650-1687]. This noted mistress of Charles II. was a fairly good actress in a limited line of parts. The chief interest of her career does not, however, lie in her theatrical history. Memoirs of the life of Eleanor Gwinn, a celebrated courtezan, in the reign of King Charles II. and mistress to that Monarch. London. 1752. 8vo. By John Seymour. Another edition — Dublin: 1754. l2mo. Herman (1752 edition), £2, 6s. The story of Nell Gwyn : and the sayings of Charles the Second. Belated and collected by Peter Cunningham, P.S.A. London. 1852. 8vo. With portraits and illustrations. Originally published in Gentleman's Magazine for 1 85 1, now corrected and enlarged. The preface says : " It must be read as a serious truth, not as a fiction— as a biography, not as a romance." This book, which sold at Daniel's sale in 1864 for Is. 6d., is now one of the scarcest of theatrical biographies, and fetched 37s. at Mr. Herman's sale, while in a recent catalogue it was priced at 45s. This rise in value is to me inex- plicable, and is certainly not attributable either to the beauty or value of the book. A MEMORIAL of Nell Gwynno, the actress, and Thomas Otway, ;he dramatist. By William Henry Hart, F.S.A. London. 1868. 4to. pp. 3. Reprint of a power of attorney by Nell Gwynne to Mr. James Fraizer to receive her pension. One of the witnesses is Otway. The signaturei are in facsimile. THEATRICAL LITER ATUEE. i6i HAINES, Joseph. [See Haynes.]- HALFORD, J. A KEPLT to a sermon on the theatre, preacted in Richmond Church, on Sunday, August 25, 1839, by the Rev. Edward Hoare, A.M. With brief observations on the draiua, dedicated to the inhabitants of Richmond and its vicinity, by J. Halford, (OoOiedian.) London. 1839. 8vo. pp. 15 including title. 6d. HALLIWBLL, atterwarde HALLFWELL - PHILIilPPS, James Orchard. A very dUtingnished and learned Shakespearean scholar and anti- quary, to whose labours we are indebted for much valuable information regarding Shakespeare and his times. LtjDus Coventrise. A' Collection of Mysteries, formerly repre- sented at Coventry on the Feast of Corpus Christi. Edited by James Orchard Halliwell, Esq .... London (Shakespeare Society) : 1841^ 8vo. The management of Covent Garden Theatre vindicated. By James Orchard Halliv^ell. 1841. [See Covent Garden Theatre.] Tarlton's jests, and News out of Purgatory: with notes, and some account of the life of Tarlton, by James Orchard Halliwell, Esq. 1844. [S®s Tarlton,' Richard.] A DICTIONARY of old English plays, existing either in print or in manuscript, from the earliest times to the close of the seven- teenth century ; including also notices of Latin, plays written by English authors during the same period. By James O. Halliwell, Esq., P.R.S. London: i860. 8vo. The theatre plats of three old English dramas : namely, of the Battle of Alcazar, Frederick and Basilea, and of the Dead Man's Fortune, from the originals, which were suspended near the prompter's station, in the Fortune Theatre, in the, latter part, of the sixteenth century. Edited by James 0. Halliwell, Esq., F.R.S. The fac-similes by Messrs. Ashbee & Dangerfield. Lon- don : for private circulation. i860. Folio. The remonstrance of Nathan Field .... addressed to a preacher in Southwark , . . . iii the year 16 16. [Edited by- J. 0. Halliwell. 1865. See Field, Nathaniel.] L 1 62 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Original memoirs and historical accounts of tlie familiei Shakespeare and Hart. By John Jordan (q. v.). 1865. [Ed by Mr. HalUwell.] Papebs respecting disputes which arose from incidents at death-bed of Richard Tarlton (q.v.) Edited by J. 0. Hi well, Esq. 1866. Notices of players acting at Ludlow, selected from the origi manuscripts belonging to the Corporation of that town. Bj O. Halliwell, F.R.S. London : printed in the month of Ma 1867. i6mo. 12 pp. including title and half-title. Only ten copies issued. A COLLECTION of ancient documents respecting the office Master of the Revels, and other papers relating to the ea English theatre, from the original manuscripts formerly in ■ Haslewood Collection. London : 1870. Bvo. Only eleven copies issued. Edited by J. 0. Halliwell. Two old theatres. Views of the Globe and the Bear Gard the former being the theatre belonging to Shakespeare's compa of actors, which was erected on the site of the original buildi that was destroyed by fire in the year 1613, a wood engravii taken from an unique view of London, published by Visscher the early part of the reign of Charles the First. Brighton : 1 private circulation only. 1884. Folio. 30 copies. HAM, Rev. J. Panton. The pulpit and the stage. Four lectures, by the Rev. J. Pa ton Ham with illustrative notes, by Fred. Whymper. Londo n. d. (1878). 8vo. With photographic portrait of Mr. Ha 2S. 6d. HAMMOND, Anthony. Letter to A. H. Esq. concerning the Stage (q.v.). 1698. HARDINGE, George. Chalmeriana : or a collection of papers .... occasioned reading a late heavy Supplemental Apology for the believers the Shakespeare papers. 1800. [See Ireland Forgeries.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE, 163 HARDY, Robert Burns. To the public. [Glasgow ] A four-page sheet, i2mo., in reply to J. H. Alexander's Appeal to the public regarding his throwing into prison a poor Showman for infringing bis patent. Eeplt to Alexander's second appeal to the public ; in which he insults the citizens of Glasgow in his usual style, and basely insinuates, that the meeting held in the Bazaar was not a public meeting ; with a brief notice of a visit to the Theatre, &c. &c. By E. B. Hardy. An eight-page sheet, with no title-page. HARLEQUIN. The Harlequin. A journal of the drama. Conducted by the editor of the "Companion to the theatres." With engravings and autographs. London : 1829. 8vo. Nine weekly numbers, published at 2d. j ist, May 16, 1829 ; last, July II, 1829. An editorial note states that, just as this paper was steadily making its way to popularity, the Stamp Office intimated that it was a newspaper and liable for stamp-duty. This, which was a serious matter in those days, at once stopped the publication. A title-page and index for the nine numbers was issued. HARLBY, George Davies. A MONODT on the death of Mr. John Henderson (q.v.). By George Davies Harley. 1787. An authentic biographical sketch of the life, education, and personal character, of William Henry West Betty (q.v.). 1804. HARPER, . The lamentation of Mr. H during his confinement in Bridewell. 1733.* Mr. H is Harper the actor, who was proceeded against by High- more, manager of Drury Lane, as a "rogue and vagabond." He was committed to Bridewell, November I2, 1733, but on trial was discharged upon his own recognisances. See Dbubi Lane Theatbb. HARPER, Rev. Mr. j) Some serious remarks on a late pamphlet, entituled. The morality jj of stage-plays seriously considered. In a letter to a lady. 1757- ^ [See Home, John.] 1 64 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF HARRAL, T. A MONODY on the death of Mr. John Palmer (q.v.). , Bj Harral. 1798.; The infant Roscius ; or, an inquiry into the requisites of actor : comprising a critical analysis of young Betty's acting, 1 1804.: [See BjiTTY, W. H. W.] HARRIS, Augustus [1852- J. The-present lessee and manager of DruiyUane; theonly one whc made a success in. the management since, it migM almost be said, Da Garriok. The secret of this success lies principally in the thorough! with which Mr. Harris does everything. He became lessee of Drury Li in 1879. " A Run of Luck " at Drury Lane [A critical analysis the play] By Wallace L. Crowdy With illustrations. . . . (Published for Drury Lane Theatre.) London: n. d. (188 Qbl, 8yo. Illustrated, is. "AEun of Luck," written by Augustus Harris and, Henry Pettitt,^ prodjioed August 28, 1886, and was a tremendous success. This lil book is not a copy of the play, which is not published, but an aooounf the plot, &c. HARRIS, Henry. A LETTER addressed to the Lord Chamberlain, on the prese state of the drama. By George Fitzgeorge (q.v.). 182 1. I presume this is an attack on Henry Harris, who practically assuE the management in 18 1 8. HARRIS, Thomas. For pamphlets relating to the quarrels between him and 1 partners, see Covent Garden Theatre (1768). Harris became part patentee in 1767, and for half a century he a his son, Henry Harris, were managers of Covent Garden. Coalition, a farce Dramatis personse .... Harrai &c. 1779. [See Sheridan, KB.] " Harrass " is Harris. A LETTER to the patentees of Covent Garden Theatre on t conduct of Mr. Harris, the acting manager, who calls it I theatre. London: 1780. 4to. HARRISON, . Harrison's theatrical magazine. London : 8vo. 13 vols This occurs in Lacy's first sale catalogue. I have neither seen nor hea of it. elsewhere. HARRISON, Elizabeth. A letter to Mr. John Gay, on his tragedy, call'd. The Captivf THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 165 — t . To which, is annex'd, a copy of verses to her Royal Highness, the Princess. By Elizabeth Harrison. laondon (for the author) : 1724. '8vo. 6d. Very favourable to the play. HART. Original memoirs and historical accounts of the families of Shakespeare and -Hart. By John Jordan (q. v.), 1865. Shakespeare's sister, Joan, married one William Hart, from whom was descended Charles Hart, the actor. HART, William Heniy. A MEMORIAL of Nell GwYNNE (q.v.) the actress, and Thomas Otway, the dramatist. Bj William Henry Hart, E.S.A. 1868. HARTLEY, Da^dd. Proposals for the security of spectators in any public theatre against fire. By David Hartley, Esq. London: n. d. (1792). 8vo. HARTLEY, Mrs. [1751-1824]. A noted actress, of extraordinary j)ersonal beauty. Her {)Oitraits by Sir Joshua Keyjiolds are familiar to all. The Vauxhall affray, 177,3. [See Vauxhall.] HARVEY, D. W. Letters, occasioned by a pamphlet recently puhlished by iElowland Hill, A.M., entitled A warning to professors contain- ing observations on the nature and tendency of public amusements. By D. "W. Harvey. London: 1805. 2s.* HARVEY, Francis. Genealogical table of the families of Sheridan, Lefanu and Knowles compiled by Francis Harvey. 1875. [See Knowles, James Sheridan.] HATTON, Joseph. A well-known and popular litUrateur and journalist. Eeminiscences of Mark Lemon (q.v.). By Joseph Hatton. 1872. Henet Irving's impressions of America, narrated ... by Joseph Hatton. 1884. [See Irving, Henry.J The Lyceum " Faust." By Joseph Hatton. 1886. [Ibid.] i66 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOTJNT OF HAWKINS, Frederick W. Journalist. A well-known writer on theatrical eubjects, who for some years edited the Theatre. Mr. Hawkins has also written a History of French Dramatic Literature. The life of Edmund Kean (q.v.). From published and original sources. By F. W. Hawkins. 1869. The Theatre (q.v.). 1877. (Edited by F. "W. Hawkins.) HAWKINS, Thomas. The origin of the English drama, illustrated in its various species, viz. mystery, morality, tragedy, and comedy, by specimens from our earliest writers : with explanatory notes by Thomas Hawkins, M.A. of Magdalene College, Oxford. Oxford: 1773. 3 vols. 8vo. Macready, 2Ib. ; Herman, 44s. HAWKINS, WiUiam. MiscELLAifiES in prose and verse. Containing candid and im- partial observations on the principal performers belonging to the two Theatres-Royal; from January 1773, to May 1775. Like- wise strictures on two favourite tragedies, viz. The Orphan and the Fair Penitent. Being part of an epistolary correspondence on those subjects with a young lady. With many other agree- able and interesting articles, such as Pastoral Songs, Epitaphs, &c., &c. By "William Hawkins, Gent. London: 1775. i2mo, 2 si 6d. HAYES, D. An epistle to C. Churchill, author of the Rosciad, &c. By D. Hayes, Esq; London: 1761. 4to. is. Critical of Churchill's opinions, but not abusive. The author defends, among others, Barry and Mossop, whom Churchill specially attacked, HAYLEY, WiQiam. A moderately successful dramatist. Three Plays : with a preface, including dramatic observations, of the late Lieutenant-General Burgoyne, by William Hayley, Esq. Chichester: 181 1. 8vo. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 167 HATMARKBT THEATRE. The present theatre is the successor of another building erected in 1720 by a builder named Potter, next to the site of which the present theatre stands. The history of the Haymarket, though not so important as that of the Winter Theatres, is yet of great interest ; the managers having been such men as Fielding, Foote, the Elder and'Younger Colman, AVeb- ster, Buckstone, and Bancroft. Mr. Beerbohm Tree, a very notable artist, is the present lessee. A REVIEW of the present contest between the managers of the Winter Theatres, the little theatre in the Hay-Market, and the EoYALTY Theatee (q. v. ) . 1787. HAYNB, Joseph. Commonly known as " Pea-green " Hayne, from the colour of coat he affected. He seems to have been a poor weak-minded creature. Full report of the trial between Miss Foote and J. Hayne, Esq. for a breach of promise of marriage. 1824. [See Foote, Maria]. The rape of Joseph : a mock heroic poem. 1824. [Ibid.] Facts illustrative of the evidence on the late trial of Foote v. Hayne. 1825. [Ibid.] HAYNES, Joseph [ 1701]. A noted low comedian and practical joker. He was specially good at speaking prologues and epilogues. He was on the stage from 1672 to 1700. The life of the late famous comedian, Jo. Hayns, containing, his comical exploits and. adventures, both at home and abroad. London (Nutt) : 1701. 8vo. . pp. 63. i leaf of , Dedication to William Mann, Esq., signed "Tobyas Thomas;" 2 leaves "To the reader ; " and i page of errata. Very scarce. Attributed to Tom Brown. Daniel (with Aston's "Supplement to OoUey Gibber"), 19s. HAYNS, Joseph. [See Haynes.] HAZLITT, William [1778-1830]. A great English critic and essayist, whose works on the theatre are most valuable. Memoirs of the late Thomas HoLCEOET (q.v.) continued to the time of his death, from his diary, notes, and other papers. i8i6. The continuation is by Hazlitt. 1 68 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF . A VIEW of the English stage ; or, a series of dramatic crit: cisms. By William Hazlittt. London. 1818. 8vo. With motto — " For I am nothing if [not critical." Other editions London : 1821. 8vo — London : 1851. l2mo. The criticisms of min( actors are omitted in the latter. This is a bools of the greatest interes and historical value. The first edition is now very scarce. Herman, r6i The dramatic scorpion. A satire, in three cantos, with ei planatory notes. London. 1S18. Svo. pp. ix. 71. {PuUishei at ss.) i Attributed to Hazlitt. Very scarce. Herman, 463. British galleries of art. (By W. Hazlitt.) London : 1824 8vo. Contains a notice, in two parts, of Mathews's theatrical gallery, th pictures composing which are now in the Garrick Club. HAZLITT, W. Carew. A grandson of William Hazlitt, and himself a distinguished biblio grapher, critic, and authority on dramatic subjects. He has edited th best edition of his grandfather's works, and his edition of Dodsley's play is one of the most valuable collections of classical plays. The English drama and stage under the Tudor and Stuar princes 1543-1664 illustrated by a series of documents treatisei and poems. With a preface and index. Printed for the Eox burghe Library. 1869. 4to. Edited by W. Carew Hazlitt. HEARD, . The tryal of dramatic genius : a poem. To whidi are a collection of miscellaneous pieces. By the same author. Lon don: n. d. (about 1772). Svo. In a copy of this book I have seen a note that it was written by Heard son of the man who kept the Philobiblion Library. HEATH, Charles (Engraver). Beauties of the Opera (q.v.) and Ballet. 1844. (Under tlw superintendence of Heath.) ' HEBBR, Richard. A letter to Richard Heber, Esq. [By J. Mitford (q.v.) ; 01 Weber's edition of Eord.] 1812. HBDELIN, Francis. The whole art of the stage. Containing not only the rules of the drammatick art, but many curious observations about it THEATEICAL LITEEATURE. 169 Wtich may be of great use to the authors, actors, and spectators of plays. Together with much critical learning about the stage and plays of the Antients. Written ;in French .by the command of, Cardinal Richelieu. By Monsieur Hedelin, Abbot of Aubignac, and now made English. London, printed for the author, and sold by William Cadman, &c. 1684. 4to. HENDERSON, John [i747-i7&S]. An actor of remarkable powers, both tragic and comic, who, with no personal advantages, yet promised to be a rival to Garriok. His Hamlet and his Falstaff were equally famous, and his reading of " John Gilpin " was, says Rogers, " marvellous." An essay on the. character of Hamlet, as performed by Mr. Henderson, at the Theatre-Eoyal in the Hay-Market. Second edition. London: n. d. (1777). 8vo. An appreciative criticism by Frederick Pilon. Ascribed in the Bodleian Catalogue to Thomas Davies. Pirst edition, n. d. (1777). Svo. A Genuine narrative of the life ?,nd theatrical transactions of Mr. John Henderson, commonly called the Bath Roscius. Lon- don : 1777. Svo. By Thomas Davies. Third edition. Lojadon: 1778. Svo. Letters and poems, by the late Mr. John Henderson. With anecdotes of his nfe, by John Ireland. London: 1786. 8v'o. I have been told confidently that this ought to have a portrait ; but, of some dozen copies which 1 have seen, not one had it : and, in catalogues, I have only once seen a copy lyith a portrait, which might be, of course, an inserted one. For an account of the relations between Henderson and his biographer, see Ireland, John. A MoNODT on the death of Mr. John Henderson, late of Covent- Garden Theatre. By George Davies Harley, of the Theatre-Eoyal, Norwich. Norwich: 1787. 4to. Sheridan's and Henderson's practical method of reading. 1796. [See Sheridan, Thomas.] HENDERSON, William, The spouter's new guide, containing all the modern prologues and epilogues ; including the celebrated address spoken by Mr. Lewis. To which are added the most approved rules for oratory and acting ; addrest to the candidates for theatrical fame of both sexes, by William Henderson, Esq. London: 1796. izmo. 170 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF HBRAUD, John A. The present position of the dramatic poet in England. B; John A. Heraud. London : 1841. 8vo. 6d.* Henry Butler's theatrical directory and dramatic almanack fo the year i860. Edited by John A. Heraud. [See Butlee Henry.] The wreck of the London: a lyrical ballad. London: 1866 [See Bkooke, Gustavus Vaughan.] HERBERT, Henry (an Infant Roscius). A BIOGRAPHICAL account of Master Herbert, the Infant Eoscius With a brief delineation of his talents, and critiques on his per formances. By the author of " The talents of Edmund Keai delineated." Scarborough: 1830. 8vo. pp. 18. Only thiHy copies printed. HERBERT, Thomas. A NOSTRTTM f Or theatrical insipidity j or the legitimate drama versus horror and hobgoblinism : a satiric poem, (in length 94^ lines,) with explanatory notes. By Thomas Herbert , . . London: n. d. (1826). 8vo. is. 6d. HERPORD, C. H. A SKETCH of the history of the English drama in its socia! aspects being the essay which contained the Le Bas prize, i88g by C. H. Herford, B.A. Trinity College. Cambridge : 1881. Sto, HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE. Vanbrugh's new theatre in the Haymarket was opened 9th April 1 705 It was burnt down 17th June 1788; rebuilt 1791 ; again burnt in 1867 During its existence it has been known as the Queen's Theatre, the Open House, the King's Theatre, and Her Majesty's Theatre. It is now prao tioally non-existent as a theatre. A LETTER to a lady concerning the new play house, Londoi (Downing) : 1 706. 8vo. A strong attack on theatres, and on the new house in the Haymarkel specially. Dated Michaelmas Day, 1 705. The voice of discord, or the battle of the fiddles. A history oi a seditious and unnatural attempt upon the lives and properties of fifty singers and fiddlers. (With lYench translation). Lon- don : 1753. 8vo. IS. THEATRICAL LITERATUEE. 171 A FAITHFUL narrative of the late pretended Gun- powder Plot By Mr. Lockman (q.v.). 1755. A " squib " regarding the King's Theatre. The Opera rumpus; or, the Ladies in the wrong Box I A serio-comic-operatic burlesque poem ! with explanatory notes, by the ablest commentators. London: 1783. 4to. A poem on the subject of some quarrel about a box at the Opera. The box was the property of some Mr. B — d — d, and Lady Jersey seems to have been the lady turned out of it. The case of the opera house fairly stated. London: 1784. 8vo.* Ideas on the Opera, offered to the subscribers, creditors, and amateurs of that theatre. By Mr. Le Texier. Translated from the French. London : 1 790. 8vo. A CONCISE statement of transactions and circumstances respect- ing the King's Theatre, in the Haymarket. By Mr. Taylor, the proprietor. Together with the official correspondence upon the same subject, between the Rt. Hon. the Lord Chamberlain, and Earl Cholmondeley &c. The second edition. London: 1791. 8vo. IS, Paxdolfo attonito ! or. Lord Galloway's poetical lamentation on the removal of the Arm-chairs from the pit at the Opera House 1 (Printed originally in the Morning Herald of May i, 1800.) With a preface and some remarks by the editor. Lon- don: 1800. 8vo. A LETTER from Philofiddle to the public, on the management of the opera. London: 1805.* The opera glass ; exhibiting all the curious proceedings at the King's Theatre ; together with the original letters and papers, which have passed between the present proprietors, since the decease of Francis Goold, Esq. joint proprietor with Mr. Taylor in the above property. The whole forms an address to the public. By E. Waters, Esq. sole executor of Mr. Francis Goold, and principal mortgagee of Mr. Taylor's share in the King's Theatre. London. 1808. 8vo. Letter to the subscribers of the opera. By H. F. Grevillb (q.v.). 181 1. 172 A BIBLIOOEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF King's Theatre. Eegulations to be henceforth observed by th performers at this Theatre. Dated the ist. of January, iSit London. 1816. 8vo. In English, French, and Italian. A STATEMENT of matters, relative to the King's Theatre. B; E. Waters, Esq. Second edition. London. 1818. 8vo. Seven years of the King's Theatre. By John Ebers, lab manager of the King's Theatre in the Haymarket. London 1828. 8vo. Six portraits of performers. Musical reminiscences chiefly respecting the Italian opera By the Earl of Mount Edgcumbe (qiV.), iSa^. An explanation of the differences existing between the mswags of the Italian Opera and the non-conforming members of the lat( orchestra. Written among themselves. London. 1829, &vo IS. 6d. Pkospectos of the plan intended to be pursued in "the directioi of the Italian Opera House, by Thomas Monck Mason, Esq London. 1831. 8vo. pp. 16. Eeb Majesty's Theatre, &c. By an amateur. London, 1838 i2mo. A criticism on the opeiailac performances of the pre^oys s^soQ. English Opera House. Statement and correspondence betweei Mr. Balfe and Mr. H. Phillips, relative to the affairs of til above theatre. London. 1841. i2mo. is. A narrative of the quarrel caused by the sudden withdrawal of Phillips the singer, from bis engagement with Balfe, published by the latter. The Earl of Dudley, Mr. Lcmley (q.v.), and Her Majest/j Theatre. 1863. Eemxniscenoes of the opera. By Benjamin Lumley, twentj years director of Her Majesty's Theatre. I^ondon, 1864. 8vo Portrait. HERONDO, F. The world's argument ; or, Justice and the stage. A dramati debate. By F. Herondo. London : 1887. 4to. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 173 HEYWOOD, Mrs. E. A COMPANION to the theatre, wherein the plan, characters, and design of the most celebrated tragedies and comedies are explain' d. London: 1736. i2mo.* HEYWOOD, Thomas. An actor, and a most Toluminona dramatic author, who boasts that he had been concerned in the production of two hundred and twenty plays. An apology fbr actors. Containing; three brief e treatises. I Their Antiquity. 2 Their ancient Dignity. 3 The true use of their quality. Written by Thomas Heywood; ... London, printed by Nicholas Okes. 1612, 4to. Other editions, t6lo, 4to. ; 1642, 8vo. Reprinted in the Somers Collection of Tracts, and by the Shakspeare Society. Collation — Title, I leaf: Dedication, i leaf; "To . . . the Citty-actors," I leaf; "To the Ivdiciall Eeader," i leaf; verses, 4. leaves'; Apology, 23 leaves (B to G 3) ; "To . . . Nicholas Okesj" i leaf. The actors vindication, containing, three brief treatises, viz. L Their Antiquity. IL Their antient Dignity. IIL The true use of their quality. "Written by Thomas Hey wood. . . . London, Printed by G. E. for W. 0. n. d. (1658), 4to. Collation— Title, l leaf : Dedication, signed " W. C," I leaf ; " To the A'ctors," and "To the Eeader," signed by Heywood, 2 leaves ; verses, 4 leaves ; pp. 46. This is a reprint of the previous volume, for W. C, who initials the dedicatioiL A^ EEFVTATiON of the Apology for actors. 1 6 1 5 . [See Geeen, J. ] HIBERNIAN. The Hibernian Eosciad. Dublin: 1765.' 8vo.* HIPPERNAN, Paul [i7i9-i?77]. A rather rascally hack-vpriter, who hung about the stage and' actors, writing plays, blackmailing, begging, and borrowing. Nakeativb of the barbarous and bloody- murder of P — 1 H — S — n, M.D. Committed by himself, on Monday the 17th day of October inst. Being a letter from Mr. E. — ^^d D — ck — n of S— 1 — r-C-— t Castle- Street, Dublin, to J — ^^n B ne. Esq ; at th« Hague. [London: 1748.] 8vo. The British Museum copy is so much cut that no place or date is left. The tuner. 1754. [By HLEfernan. See Tuner.] DeamAtIo Genius. In five books. By Paul Hiffem&n, M.D. London : 1770. 4to. 174 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Foote's Prologue Detected; witli a miniature-prose epilogue o his manner in speaking it. 1770. [See Foote, Samuel.] An appendix to Foote's Prologue detected. 1770. [Ibid.] I believe I am correct in attributing these to Hiffeman. See th Garrick Correspondence, L 390. HIGHMORB, John. Patentee of Drury Lane. He purchased half of Booth's share in th patent, and the whole of Gibber's, in 1732-33. At the beginning of th next season the actors, headed by Theo. Gibber, revolted, and before th end of it, Highmore sold his share to Fleetwood. Theo. Gibber's conduc was, as usual, that of a scoundrel. A LETTER from Theophilus Cibbbe (q.v.), comedian, to Jolii Highmore, Esq ; (1733). HILL, Aaron [1685-1750]. A dramatic author of high character and attainments. He was a mosi benevolent and amiable character, and stands out in strong relief to th( average dramatist of his time. His dispute with Fope, regarding thi lajiter's mention of him in the "Dunciad," is well known. "The Actor,' 1750-55, is, I think erroneously, attributed to him. The prompter, a theatrical paper. London : 1734-36. Folio.* By Aaron Hill. One hundred and seventy-three numbers form thi complete set. Curiously enough, the British Museum has not a singli number of this important paper. The art of acting. Part i. Deriving rules from a new prin- ciple, for touching the passions in a natural manner. An essaj of general use, to those who hear, or speak in public, and to th« practisers of many of the elegant arts ; as Painters, Soulptora and Designers : but adapted, in particular, to the stage : witl view to quicken the delight of audiences, and form a judgment oi the actors, in their good, or bad, performances. London (Osborn) 1746. Folio. Dedication signed "A. Hill." HILL, Benson Barle. Playing about ; or theatrical anecdotes and adventures, with scenes of general nature, from the life ; in England, Scotland, and Ireland, by Benson Earle Hill London : 1840. 2 vols. 8vo. Hill was an artillery oflScer, smitten with theatrical mania. A verj unfavourable idea of his manners is conveyed in the "Memoirs of Charles Mathews," vol. iii., chap. 6, if, as is generally stated, he is the amateui referred to. THEATEICAL LITER ATUEE. 175 HILL, John [about 1716-1775]. This notorious character was a quack doctor, who dabbled in all sorts of literature. Da vies says of him : — " He spared no character of friend or foe, when either his malice was to be gratified or his purse to be made heavier." He was a noted slanderer and scandal-monger, and was always engaged in paper feuds, accounts of some of which will be found below. Garrick's happy epigram on his abilities as physician and drama- tist is well known : — " For physic and farces, his equal there scarce is ; His farces are physic, his physic a farce is." Orpheus. An Englisli opera. By John Hill. London: 1740. folio.* In the preface he accuses Kich, manager of Covent Garden, of having stolen his pantomime of " Orpheus and Eurydice " from this work, which bad been submitted to him and rejected. Kich effectually rebutted the accusation. Me. Rich's answer to the many falsities and calumnies advanced by Mr. John Hill. 1739. [See Eich, John.] An answer to the many plain and notorious lyes advanc'd by Mr. John Eich, Harlequin ; and contain'd in a pamphlet, which he vainly and foolishly calls. An Answer to Mr. Hill's preface to Orpheus. By Mr. John Hill. London (Clarke) : 1740. 8vo. He says that the title-page of Rich's answer is by Theo. Gibber ; the head, tail, and certain dark passages in the middle, Mr. Theobald's ; the impertinence. Captain Egan's ; and the folly, Mr. Rich's own. The Actor. (Probably by Dr. John Hill.) 1750-55. [See Actor.] A LETTER from Henry "Woodward, to Dr. John Hill. 1752. For this pamphlet, and others relating to it, see Woodwabd, Henry. ^ WHiPPrNG rods, for trifling, scurrhill, scriblers; as ... . Spectorhill. 1752. [See Foote, Samuel.] A letter to the Hon. author of the new farce, called the Eout. 1 To which is subjoined, an epistle to Mr. G k, upon that, and other theatrical subjects. With an appendix ; containing some remarks upon the new-revived play of Antony and Cleopatra. London: 1759. 8vo. is. This pamphlet is a vigorous attack on the " Rout," a farce in two acts, which was a deplorable failure. Hill did not announce himself as the author, but gave out that it was written by a " Person of Honour." This produced the following epigram : — Says a friend to the Doctor, " Pray give it about .That this farce is not yours, or you'll miss of the pelf; 176 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF What had come of your Nerves, or your P — x, or your Oout, Had these embrios crawl'd forth as begot by yourself ? Let your Mase, as your pamphlets, come forth (I advise ye) ' Like a goddess of old, with a cloud cast upon her." "You're right," quoth the Doctor, "and more to disguise ike, I'll give myself out for a Person of Hbrumr," To David Gaeeick, Esq. (q.v.) ; the petition of I. In beha of herself and her sisters. 1759- By John Hill. HILL, Mrs. Mks. Hill's apology for having been induced, by particnla desire ^nd the most specious allurements that could tempt femal weakness to appear in the character of Scrub, Beaux Stratagen London: 1786. 4to.*' I have not seen this, nor do I know who Mrs. Hill is ; but, strangel enough, Mrs. Abington played Scrub in 1786. I am disposed to fane that this may be a satirical hit at her. HILL, Richard. A LETTEE from Richard Hill, Esq ; to his friend near Shrews bury, containing some remarks on a letter signed a Player Which letter is also prefixed. Shrewsbury: 1767. 8vo. The letter by a Player accuses Hill, who was a magistrate, of grievousi] oppressing some poor strolling actors. HilFs reply is pretty much th( usual cant. HILL, Rowland. Aphoeistic observations proposed to the consideration of th« public, respecting the^propriety of admitting theatrical amuse- ments into country manufacturing towns. By Eowland Hill, AM, Late of St. John's College, Cambridge. London: 1790. i2ino. An expostulatory letter to the Rev. W. D. Tattersall, AM. Rector of Westbourne, Sussex, and Vicar of Wotton-Underedge, Gloucestershire. In which the bad tendency of the admission of stage amusements, in a religious and moral point of view, is seriously considered. By Rowland Hill, A.M London; 1795. 8vo. A WAENiNG to professors ; containing aphoristic observations on the nature aid tendency of public amusements : with remarks on some anonymous publications, in two letters to the Rev, George Burder. By Rowland Hill, A.M. London: 1833. izmo. The first edition, I believe, was published in 1S05. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 177 Letters, occasioned by a pamphlet recently publislied by Eowland HiU, A.M., entitled A warning to professors. 1805. [See Harvey, D W .] An address to Eowland Hill .... on his pamphlet, entitled, A warning to professors. By V. McCulla (q.v.). HILTON, Miss. A CRITIQUE on the performance of Juliana, in " The Honey- moon," by Miss Hilton. By the author of "The talents of Edmund Kean delineated ; " " Biographical account of Master Herbert, the Infant Eoscius," &c. &c. Scarborough : printed (only 30 copies) for John Cole. 1831. izmo. 4 pp- Very favourable. Miss Hilton was a member of the Liverpool com- pany. I understand that. this was written, as well as published, by Cole, who dabbled in literature. HIPPISLEY . A DISSERTATION on comedy : in which the rise and progress of that species of the drama is particularly consider'd and deduc'd from the earliest to the present age. By a student of Oxford. London (Lownds) : 1750. 8vo. is. Always attributed to Hippisley, who was, I suppose, the son of the well-known comedian. HISTORIA HISTRIONIOA. HiSTORiA Histrionica : an historical account of the English stage ; shewing the ancient use, improvement, and perfection of dramatick representations in this nation. In a dialogue of plays and players London. : printed by G. Groom, for William Hawes, at the Eose in Ludgate Street. 1699. 8vo, Reprinted in Dodsley's Old Plays, vol. i., by J. Payne Collier ; with Old English l)ramas, by White, 1830 ; also with Cibber's Apology, third edition. I have not been able to see a copy of the original edition. It was written by James Wright. HISTORY, The history of the stage. In which is included, the theatrical characters of the most celebrated actors who have adorn'd the theatre. Among many others are the following, viz. Mr. Better- ton, Mr. Montfort, Mr. Dogget, Mr. Booth, Mr. Wilks, Mr. Nokes. Mrs. Barry, Mrs. Montfort, Mrs. Gwin, Mrs. Brace- girdle, Mrs. Porter, Mrs. Oldfield. Together with, the theatrical life of Mr. Colly Gibber. London (Miller) : 1742. 8vo. A " boil-down '' of Cibber's Apology. M 178 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF HISTRIONADB. The histrionade : or, theatric tribunal ; a poem, descriptive o the principal performers at both houses. In two parts. B; Marmaduke Myrtle, Esq. London: 1802. 8vo. 2s. 6d. HISTRIONIC. Histrionic epistles. 1807. [See Dublin.] HiSTEioNic topography .... with notices, written by Mr J. Norris Brewer (q.v.). 1818. HITCHCOCK, Robert [ 1809]. Actor. He was prompter at the Haymarket in the elder Oolman'i time, and afterwards prompter at Dublin. An historical view of the Irish stage ; from the earliest perioc down to the close of the season 1788. Interspersed with theatri cal anecdotes, and an occasional review of the Irish dramatii authors and actors. By Robert Hitchcock, prompter of th( Theatre- Royal, Dublin. Dublin: 1788 and 1794. 2 vols, izmo Second volume omits " prompter " in author's designation. This hia tory, although intended to extend to 1788, ends with the season of 1774 Lacy Ss. 6d. and 7s. HOADLEY, Dr. Benjamin. An examen of the new Comedy, call'd the Suspicious Husband With some observations upon our dramatick poetry and authors to which is added, a word of advice to Mr. G^— rr — ck; and e piece of secret history. London (Roberts) : 1747. 8vo. pp. 5^ including title. Dr. Hoadley's " Suspicious Husband " is one of the best comedies evei written. The " Word of Advice " to Garrick is a criticism of Foote'i "Treatise on the Passions;" and the "Piece of Secret History" is s " sell." The Roman and English comedy consider'd and oompar'd, "With remarks on the Suspicious Husband. By S. Footb (q.v.). 1747- HOARB, Rev. Edward. A REPLY to a sermon on the theatre, preached by the Eev. Edward Hoare, A.M. By J. Halford (q.v.). 1839. HODSON, Henrietta. A LETTER from Miss Henrietta Hodson, an actress, to the members of the dramatic profession, being a relation of the per- secutions which she has suffered from Mr. William Sohwenk THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 179 Gilbert, a dramatic author, n. p. n. d. [London: April 1877. J 8vo. pp. 22. A LETTER addressed to the members of the dramatic profession in reply to Miss Henrietta Hodson's pamphlet. By W. S. Gilbert. [London: 1877.] 8vo. Miss Hodson replied to this pamphlet by a long letter in the Era. HODSON, William, Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge. ZoEAiDA : a tragedy. As it is acted at the Theatre-Eoyal in Drury-Lane. To which is added a postscript, containing observa- tions on Tragedy. London: 1780. 8vo. Genest says that the Postscript is better " worth reading than the play itself — his friends at Cambridge compared him to a, man with a dark lanthorn, casting a light on everybody but himself," HOLBROOK, Ann C. The dramatist ; or, memoirs of the stage. With the life of the authoress, prefixed, and interspersed with, a variety of anecdotes, humourous and pathetic. By Ann Catherine Holbrook, late of the New Theatre-Eoyal, Manchester. Birmingham : 1809. 8vo. HOLCROFT, Thomas [174S-J809]. A noted dramatist, whose " Road to Ruin " still holds the stage. Holoroft was "an advanced Liberal in politics, and was one of the persons accused of high treason in 1794. Memoirs of the late Thomas Holcroft, written by himself, and continued to the time of his death, from his diary, not.es, and other papers. London: 1816. 3 vols. izmo. Portrait. 12s. j Herman, 27s. Other editions — London : 1-852. 8vo. London : 1857. l2mo. The continuation is by William Hazlitt. HOLMAN, Joseph George [about 1764-1817]. I believe Holraan died in America, where he was manager of a theatre. He was the writer of this pamphlet. A STATEMENT of the differences subsisting between the pro- prietors and performers. 1800. [See Covent Garden Theatre.] HOME, Rev. John [1724-1808]. The noted author of "Douglas," which caused the fiercest storm in Scotch religious circles that ever raged over the theatre. " Douglas " was produced first in Edinburgh, 14th December 1756, then at Covent Garden, 14th March 1757. It was conspicuously successful, 'and still remains a popular play. Home was persecuted by the Church, and resigned his charge ; but this ill-treatment commended him to the Earl of Bute. An argument to prove that the tragedy of Douglas ought to be publickly burnt by the hands of the hangman. Edinburgh : 1757- 8vo. 3d. i8o A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOTJNT OF The players scourge : or a detection of the ranting prophanity and regnant impiety of stage plays, and their wicked encouragers and frequenters ; and especially against the nine prophane Pagan priests, falsely called ministers of the gospel, who countenanced the thrice cursed tragedy called Douglas, n. p. n. d. (Edinburgh ; I7S7-) 8vo. Initialed H. I. A most scurrilous attack upon Home and his supporters, who are accused in it of profanity, impiety, swearing, Sabbath-breaking, conniving at adultery, drinking, calling for profane songs, such as " De'U Stick the Minister," &e. The second part of the players scourge exhibited to the world. Wherein is contained the true character of playhouses, play- actors, & play-haunters. With an humble advice to the occu- pant upon the throne. By J — n H — ^ne. (Edinburgh.) n. p. 1768. 8vo. I have seen "The Players Scourge" attributed to the Eev. Adam Gibb, Edinburgh ; but I do not know on what authority.| The morality of stage-plays seriously considered. Edinburgh ; 1757. 8vo. A defence of "Douglas." By Adam Ferguson, Some serious remarks on a late pamphlet, entituled, The morality of stage-plays seriously considered. In a letter to a lady. Edinburgh: 1757. 8vo. By Rev. Mr. Harper. A LETTER to Mr. David Hume, on the tragedy of Douglas j its analysis : and the charge against Mr. Garrick. By an English critic. London: 1757. 8vo. 4d. Apology for the writers against the tragedy of Douglas. With some remarks on that play. Edinburgh: 1757. 8vo. 2d. The theatrical examiner : with a short consideration on Douglas. 1757. [See Theatrical.] The usefulness of the Edinburgh theatre seriously considered. 1757- An oblique attack on " Douglas.'' [See EDiNBUKflH.] An address to the Synod of Lothian and Tweedale, concerning Mr. Home's tragedy and Hume's Moral Essays, (No title-page.) 8vo. 8 pp. THEATRICAL LITEEATUKE. i8i A LETTER to the Keverend the Moderator, and members of the Presbytery of Haddingtoun. Edinburgh: 1757. i2mo. Douglas, a tragedy, weighed in the balances, and found want- ing. Being an answer to two important questions respecting that performance. In a letter from a gentleman to his friend. Edinburgh: 1757. 8vo. 6d. The philosopher's opera, n. p. n.d. (Edinburgh: 1757.) 8vo. 4d. An attack on " Douglas." The immorality of stage-plays in general, and of the tragedy called Douglas, in particular, briefly illustrated ; in a letter from Athelstanef ord to the Moderator of the Presbytery of Hadding- toun. Edinburgh: 1757. Svo. The seven champions of the stage : in imitation of Gill Morice, An excellent new old fashion'd song all to the melancholy tune of Gill Morice ; except the 17th. i8th. and 19th. stanzas which ought to be sung to the merry tune of the C s are coming Oho I n. p. (Edinburgh): 1757. i2mo. A satire on Home. Very rare. The deposition, or fatal miscarriage : a tragedy. (Edinburgh ; 1757.) Svo. 2d. A satire on Home, I cannot tell whether the above is the full title, a! I fancy that the copy I saw may have wanted the title-page, and that this may be only the half-title. The story of the tragedy of Agis, with observations on the play. London: 1758. 8vo.* "Agis," produced at Drury Lane, February 21, 1758, was not a success. HONE,'Williani. Memoirs of Richard Brinsley Sheridan (q.v.). 1816. Ancient Mysteries described, especially the English Miracle Plays, founded on Apocryphal New Testament story, extant among the unpublished manuscripts in the British Museum; including notices of ecclesiastical shows, the Festivals of Fools and Asses — ^the English Boy Bishop — the descent into Hell — the Lord Mayor's Show — the Guildhall Giants — Christmas Carols, &c. By WUliam Hone. With engravings on copper and wood, London: 1823. Svo. Hone also published "The Apocryphal New Testament" — fourth edition: 1820-21. 8vo., — " A work," says Lowndes, " very necessary tc enquirers into the origin of dramatic representations. " 1 82 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF HOOK, Theodore Edward. Hook wrote many dramatic pieces, but his most noted production was the following farce. The fourth edition. Killing no murder : a farce : in two acts, as performed with great applause at the Theatre Eoyal, Hay- market : with the original preface, the scene suppressed by order of the Lord Chamberlain; and a new preface. Written by Theodore Edward Hook, Esq. The music by Mr. Hook, Sen. London: 1809. 8vo. 2S. Mr. Larpent, the Reader of Plays, being a Methodist, caused this farce to be prohibited, because there was a scene in it in which Methodists were ridiculed. Hook cut out the prohibited scene, and inserted a passage in which Larpent was obviously held up to ridicule. This, having no reference either to politics or religion, the Licenser could not prohibit, and Hook had the satisfaction of holding up his 'oppressor to universal derision. The dispute was, of course, a magnificent advertisement for the farce, which was produced July I, 1809. Eeminiscences of Michael Kelly (q.v.). 1826. (Compiled by Hook.) HORNB, Richard Hengist. Was Hamlet mad ? Being a series of critiques on the acting of the late Walter Montgomery (q.v.). Edited by R. H. Home. 1871. HOENECK, Anthony, D.D. A TESTIMONY against stage-plays. Being an extract of a letter written to a young gentleman, by the reverend and learned Anthony Horneck, D.D n. p. (London): 1730. Sm. 8vo. HOULTON, Robert. A Eeview of the Musical Drama of the Theatre Eoyal, Drury Lane, for the years 1797-98-99 & 1800. Which will tend to develope a system of private influence injurious to musical emula- tion, and public entertainment — and to elucidate several inte- resting points of matter in Mrs. Plowden's late distinguished publication. Addressed to the proprietors of the Theatre. By E, Houlton, M.B. London : 1801. 8vo. Mrs. Plowden's publication was, I suppose, her comic opera " Virginia, which was damned the first night— D. L., 30th October 1800. THEATEICAL LITERATUEE. 183 HUGHES, Jolin [1677-1720]. This excellent poet's tragedy of " The Siege of Damascus " was pro- duced at Drury Lane on lyth February 1720, on which night Hughes died. The history of the Siege of Damascus, by the Saracens, in the year 633. As it is related by Abu Abdo'llah Mohammed Ebt Omar Alw^kidi, the Arabian historian. Very useful for the readers and spectators of the tragedy of the Siege of Damascus, written by Mr. John Hughes. London: 1720. 8vo. 6d. An explaination of the several Arabick terms us'd in the Siege of Damascus written by Mr. Hughes. "With a short account of the historical siege, and the life of Mahomet, as far as is neeessarj to the better understanding the play. Likewise a history of the ancient and present state of the city of Damascus. LondoE (Brotherton and others) : n. d. (1720). Bvo. HULL, Thomas [1728-1808]. Me. Hull's case, addressed to the consideration of the public, with the advertisement at the end. Bath : 1759. 8vo.* Hull is best known as the founder of the Theatrical Fund. What this pamphlet refers to I cannot say. In 1759 Hull seems to have left Batl and come to Covent Garden. HUME, David. A LETTER to Mr. David Hume, on the tragedy of Douglas. 1757. [See Home, John.] HUNT, James Henry Leigh [1784-1859]. Critical essays on the performers of the London theatres, including general observations on the practise and genius of th« stage. By the author of the theatrical criticisms in the weeklj paper called The News. London : 1807. Sm. 8vo. With en- graved title-page. (Published at 8s.) An advertisement opposite the title-page states that the author ba< quitted the News, and now writes exclusively for the Examiner, a pro- spectus of which is at the end of the volume. This little book is becoming very scarce. " Two papers : a theatrical critique, and an essay (being No. 999 of the Pretender) on sonnet- writing, and sonnet- writers in gene- ral, including a sonnet on myself ; attributed to the editor of the Ex-m-n-r. Preceded by proofs of their authenticity, founded upon the authority of internal evidence. London : 1819. 8vo. A furious attack on Leigh Hunt, one of whose theatrical notices is parodied in it. 1 84 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF HUNT, Thomas. The vindication : or the parallel of the French Holy-League, and the English League and Covenant, tum'd into a seditious libell .... by Thomas Hunt Written by Mr. Detden (q.v.). 1683. HUTTON, Laurence. A distinguished American essayist and critical writer. He has edited a series of biographies of famoun American actors. Actors and actresses of Great Britain and the United States. .... Edited by Brander Matthews and Laurence Hutton. 1886. [See AoTOE.] ILLUSTRATED SPORTING- AND DRAMATIC NEWS, The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News. London : 1874. Folio. 6d. weekly. ( Still appearing.) No. I, February 28, 1874. The excellent criticism and information on theatrical matters, for which this successful weekly is noted, are supple- mented by the extremely clever and humorous criticisms of the " Captious Critic," originally done by Wallis and William Mackay. The drawings are now done by Alfred Bryan, the letterpress by Montague Vizetelly. INOHBALD, Mrs. Elizabeth [1753-1821]. A well-known dramatist and novelist, who was also an actress. She edited two collections of English plays and one of farces. The wise man of the East; or, the apparition of Zoroaster, the son of Oromases, to the theatrical midwife of Leicester Fields. By Thomas Dutton (q.v.). 1800. A satire on Mrs, Inchbald. The heir at law ; a comedy. .... Written by George Colman, the Younger (q.v.). 1808. With a letter to Mrs. Inchbald. Memoirs of Mrs. Inchbald : including her familiar correspon- dence with the most distinguished persons of her time. To which are added The massacre, and A case of conscience; now first published from her autograph copies. Edited by James Boaden, Esq. London: 1833. 2 vols. 8vo. Portrait, liacy, los, 6d. INCLBDON, Charles [1757-1826]. One of the greatest of English singers—" the English Ballad Singer," as he described himself. He was originally a common sailor. A STATEMENT of the differences subsisting between the pro- prietors and performers. 1800. [See Coyent Garden Theatre.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 185 INGLEBY, Clement Mansfield. Was Thomas Lodge an actor ? An exposition touching the social status of the playwright in the time of Queen Elizabeth. By 0. M. Ingleby. London: 1868. 4to.* INGLIS, Ralston. The dramatic writers of Scotland. By Kalston Inglis. Glas- gow: 1868. i2mo. A curious little book, now getting very scarce. INNBS, Frederick Maitland. On the causes of the decline of the drama, and the means by which its reputation may be vindicated. With a letter addressed to the manager of the Theatre- Eoyal, Edinburgh. By F. M. I. Edinburgh: 1834. i2mo. gd. The letter to Mr. Murray, manager of the Edinburgh Theatre-Eoyal, is signed F— d — ^k M— t— d I— n — s. IRELAND. [For works relating to the stage in Ireland see Dublin.] IRELAND FORGERIES. These famous forgeries were supposed to be done by the youth William Henry Ireland; but there can be little doubt that his father, Samuel Ireland, was practically the culprit. Their relation to the stage is in connection with the notorious " Vortigern," produced at Drury Lane by Sheridan on 2d April 1796. This the audience had the good sense to condemn before hearing it all. There are numerous pamphlets connectecl with these forgeries. Miscellaneous papers and legal instruments under the hand and seal of William Shakspeare : including the Tragedy of King Lear and a small fragment of Hamlet, from the original MSS. in the possession of Samuel Ireland, of Norfolk Street Loudon: 1796. Folio. [Facsimiles of the original papers.] Second edition — London : 1796. 8vo, A LETTER to George Steevens, Esq. containing a critical exami- nation of the papers of Shakspeare ; published by Mr. Samuel Ireland. To which are added, extracts from Vortigern. By James Boaden, Esq London: 1796. 8vo. 2s. 6d. Familiar verses, from the Ghost of Willy Shakspeare to Sammy Ireland. To which is added, Prince Robert : an auncient ballad London: 1796. 8vo. is. By G. M. Woodward or Orton (Lowndes). i86 A BIBLIQGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Shakspeare's manuscripts, in the possession of Mr. Ireland, examined, respecting the internal and external evidences of their authenticity. By Philalethes. London: 1796. 8vo.* By Colonel F. Webb (Zowndes). Free reflections on Miscellaneous papers and legal instruments, under the hand and seal of William Shakspeare, in the possession of Samuel Ireland, of Norfolk-Street To which are added. Extracts from an unpublished MS. play, called The Virgin Queen. Written by, or in imitation of, Shakspeare London: 1796. 8vo. [By F. G. Waldrpn.] A COMPARATIVE review of the opinions of Mr. James Boaden, (Editor of the Oracle) in February, March, and April, 1795; and of James Boaden, Esq. (Author of Fountainville Forest, and of a Letter to George Steevens, Esq.) in February, 1796, relative to the Shakspeare MSS. By a friend to consistency. London : n. d. (1796). 8vo.* Lowndes says this is written by Mat. or John Wyatt. VoRTiGERN under consideration ; with general remarks on Mr. James Boaden's Letter to George Steevens, Esq. relative to the manuscripts, drawings, seals, &c. ascribed to Shakespeare, and in the possession of Samuel Ireland, Esq. London : 1796. 8vo. By W. C. Oulton {MuUins). Precious relics; or the tragedy of Vortigern rehearsed. A dramatic piece. In two acts. Written in imitation of The Critic. As performed at the Theatre-Eoyal, Drury-Lane London: 1796. 8vo. is. 6d. An inquiry into the authenticity of certain miscellaneous papers and legal instruments, published Deo. 24, mdccxcv. and attributed to Shakspeare, Queen Elizabeth, and Henry, Earl of Southampton : illustrated by fac-similes of the genuine hand- writing of that nobleman, and of her majesty ; a new fac-simile of the hand- writing of Shakspeare, never before exhibited ; and other authentick documents ; in a letter addressed to the Eight Hon. James, Earl of Charlemont, by Bdmond Malone, Esq. London: 1796. 8vo. With three plates of facsimiles. An authentic account of the Shaksperian manuscripts, &c. THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 187 By W. H. Ireland. London (printed for J. Debrett) : 1796. 8vo. Title I leaf : pp. 43. is. Veiy scarce indeed. Lowndes says, " The original edition' having become very scarce, selling for upwards of £1, is., fifty copies were printed in imitation of it by Barker of Bussell Street, which reached the same price." Daniel, 7s. Original letters, &c. of Sir John FalstaJSf and his friends ; now- first made public by a gentleman, a descendant of Dame Quickly, from genuine manuscripts which have been in the possession of the Quickly family near four hundred years. London : 1 796. lamo. Frontispiece.* Mr. Ireland's vindication of his conduct, respecting the publi- cation of the supposed Shakspeare MSS. Being a preface or introduction to a reply to the critical labors of Mr. Malone, in his "Enquiry into the authenticity of certain papers, &c. &o." London: 1796. 8vo. An investigation of Mr. Malone's claim to the character of scholar, or critic, being an examination of his Inquiry into the authenticity, of the Shakspeare manuscripts, &c. By Samuel Ireland. London: n. d. (1797). 8vo. The first leaf (pp. 1-2) has been cancelled. The alteration is only in the heading of the pamphlet, one being, "A Beply to an Enquiry, &c.;" the other, " An Investigation, &o." I have seen only one copy with the cancel An apology for the believers in the Shakspeare-papers, which were exhibited in Norfolk-street. London: 1797. 8vo. [By George Chalmers.] A SUPPLEMENTAL apology for the believers in the Shakspeare- papers : being a reply to Mr. Malone's answer, which was early announced, but never published : with a dedication to George Steevens, F.R.S.S.A. and a postscript to T. J. Mathias, F.R.S.S.A. the author of the Pursuits of literature. By George Chalmers, F.R.S.S.A. London: 1799. 8vo. VoRTiGERN, an historical tragedy, in five acts ; represented at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, on Saturday, April 2, 1796. London: 1799. 8vo. With preface by Samuel Ireland. Henry the Second, an historical drama, supposed to be written 1 88 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF by the author of Vortigern. London : 1 799. 8vo. With pre- fatory advertisement by Samuel Ireland. There is a general title-page for these two plays — "Vortigern, an historical tragedy, in five acts ; represented at the Theatre Royal, Druty Lane, And Henry the Second, an historical drama. Supposed to be written by the author of Vortigern. London : n. d." (1799.) Antenoe's letter to George Chalmers, Esq. F.E.S.S.A author of an Apology for the believers in the Shakspeare Papers, and of a postscript to the Apology. London ; 1800. 8vo.* Chalmbeiana : or a collection of papers literary and political, entitled, Iietters, verses, &c. occasioned by reading a late heavy Supplemental apology for the believers in the Shakespeare Papers by George Chalmers, F.E.S.S.A. Arranged and pubUshed by Mr. Owen Junior, of Paper Buildings, Inner Temple; assisted by his friend and clerk, Mr. Jasper Hargrave. Eeprinted from the Morning Chronicle, in which they first appeared. London : 1800. 8vo.* , The confessions of William- Henry Ireland. Containing the particulars of his fabrication of the Shakspeare manuscripts ; to- gether with anecdotes and opinions (hitherto unpublished) of many distinguished persons in the literary, political, and theatrical world. London: 1805. 8vo. With facsimiles. (Pji&Zis/ietiof 7s. 6d.) Lacy, 73. VoETiGEEN ; an historical play ; with an original preface. By W. H. Ireland. Eepresented at the Theatre Eoyal, Drury Lane, on Saturday, April 2, 1796, as a supposed newly - discovered drama of Shakspeare. London : 1832, 8vo. With facsimile. {Published at 3s. 6d.) IRELAND, John. Was a, watchmaker. He was an intimate friend of Henderson, the actor, and is said to have persuaded the latter to invest ;^6oo in his busi- ness. Ireland, however, who was an enthusiastic dabbler in literature, neglected his business, and the money was lost. Henderson naturally resented this misconduct, and the two never became friendly again. After the actor's death, Ireland, probably repentant, published a memoir of his former friend. Letters and Poems, by the late Mr, John HENDBESOif (q.v,). With anecdotes of his life, by John Ireland. 1786. IRELAND, Samuel. [See Ieeland Foegeeies.] IRELAND, William Henry. [See Ieeland Foegbeies.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUKE. 189 IRISH. The Irish dramatic censor. ,1811-12. [See Dublin.] IRISH STAGE. [For works relating to the Irish, stage see, generally, Dublin.] A GENERAL history of the -stage ;■ (more particularly the Irish theatre). By W. R. Chetwood (q.v.). 1749. (Dublin edition.) The battle of the players. 1762. [See Battle.] The Hibernian Eosciad. 1765. [See Hibebnian.] An historical view of the Irish stage. By Robert Hitchcock (q.v.). 1788-94. An historical essay on the Irish stage. By Joseph C. Walker (q.v.). 1789. An answer to the memoirs of Mrs. Billington (q.v.). "With the life .... of Richard Daly, Esq. and an account of the present state of the Irish theatre. 1 792. IRVING, JJdward. Shakespeare, and honest King George, versus Parson Irving and the Puritans. 1824. [See Shakespeare.] IRVING, Henry [1838- ]. John Henry Brodribb Irving, certainly the most remarkable actor of this generation, and the legitimate successor of Betterton, Garrick, Kemble, and Edmund Kean, learned his art in the laborious days of stock companies, now, alas ! things of the past. He made his first appearance on the stage at Sunderland, on September 29, 1856, and his first London appearance at the Princess's on September 24, 1859. Not being satisfied with the opportunities afforded him, he went into the country again, and it was not till October 6, 1866, that he played in London as a leading actor. This was at the St. James's Theatre, and his part was Dorioourt in " The Belle's Stratagem." At the Vaudeville on June 4, 1870, he appeared as Digby Grant in the "Two Roses ; " and at the Lyceum, on November 25, 1 871, he took his place as the leading actor on the English stage by his playing of Mathias in ' ' The Bells." Charles L, Eugene Aram, Richelieu, Philip (in "Philip") followed; then on October 31, 1874, came Ijis crowning triumph, Hamlet, which he played for 200 consecutive performances. Macbeth, Othello, Richard IIL, Benedick, Malvolio, Shylock, Romeo, Louis XL, Lesurques and Duboscq in the "Lyons Mail," the Vicar of Wakefield, and Mephistopheles are among his most famous parts. On December 30, 1878, he became lessee and manager of the Lyceum, which he has made the only home of Shakespeare and the higher drama in London. Irving as Hamlet. By Edward E. Eussell. London : 1875. 8vo. is. An affectionately appreciative criticism. Mr. Russell is editor of Liverpool Daily Post. I90 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Macbeth at the Lyceum. Mr. Irving and his critics. By two amateurs. London: 1875. 8vo. is. A defence of Mr. Irving's view of Macbeth. Sheridan Knowles' conception and Mr. Irving's performance of Macbeth. London : 1876. 8vo. Unfavourable to Mr. Irving. EiCHARD III. and Macbeth : the spirit of Eomantic Play ia relationship to the principles of Greek and of Gothic Art, and to the picturesque interpretations of Mr. Henry Irving : a dramatic study, |by T. H. HaU Caine. London and Liverpool : 1877. 8vo. 6d. The fashionable tragedian : a criticism. With ten illustrations. Edinburgh. 1877. i2mo. 6d. Second edition, with postscript — London: 1877. i2mo. 6d. By William Archer and Robert W. Lowe, illustrated by G. R. Halkett. A LETTER concerning Mr. Henry Irving addressed to E. E. H. Edinburgh : 1877. 8vo. 4d. A reply to " The Fashionable Tragedian.'' The stage. Address delivered by Mr. Henry Irving at the Perry Barr Institute, near Birmingham, on March 6th, 1878. London : 1878. 8vo. 6d. On the title-page is noted that " Any profit derived from the sale of this pamphlet will be appropriated to the Building I'und of the Perry Barr Institute. " Notes on Louis XL With some short extracts from Corn- mines' " Memoirs." ByA. B. London: 1878. 4to. Privately printed. Begins with a short note on Irving's playing of Louis. The stage as it is. An address delivered to the Members of the Philosophical Institution of Edinburgh. By Henry Irving. Edinburgh : 1879. 8vo.* Talma on the actor's art, with preface by Henry Irving. London : n. d. (1883). 8vo. is. On the title-page is noted that " Any proceeds of the sale of this essay will be given to the Actors' Benevolent !Fund. The Paradox of Acting. Translated by Walter Harries Pollock (q.v.). With a preface by Henry Irving. 1883. THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. 191 Henry Irving A biographical sketch by Austin Brereton Illustrated with seventeen full-page portraits from drawings by Edwia Long, E.A., J. A. M'Neil Whistler, Fred. Barnard, Val. Bromley, Alf. P. Tilt, J. FuUeylove, and Mrs. AUingham. London: 1883. Large 8vo. los. 6d. Large paper, ;^4, 4s. Henry Irving Actor and manager A critical study By William Archer Author of "English dramatists of to-day." London: n. d. (1883). i6mo. Portrait, is. Henry Irving actor and manager A criticism of a critic's criticism. By an Irvingite. London : 1883. Sm. 8vo. By Frank Marshall, in answer to William Archer's " Critical Study.'' Henry Irving in England and America 1838-84 By Frederic Daly. With vignette portrait etched by Ad. Lalauze. London : 1884. 8vo. ss. Frederic Daly is a pseudonym of L. F. Austin. In 1883 Mr. Irving paid his first visit to America, where he made an extraordinary success. Henry Irving's impressions of America, narrated in a series of sketches, chronicles, and conversations. By Joseph Hatton. London : 1884. 2 vols. 8vo. The Lyceum "Faust." By Joseph Hatton. With illustra- tions from drawings by W. Telbia Hawes Craven W. H. Marget- son J. Bernard Partridge and Helen H. Hatton. [Eeprinted from the Art Journal]. London : n. d. (1886). is. A version of "Faust," adapted by W. Gr. Wills, was produced at the Lyceum on December 19, 1885, under the management of Mr. Irving, who played Mephistopheles. Miss Ellen Terry was the Margaret. The production was a conspicuous success. English actors their characteristics and their methods A discourse by Henry Irving Delivered in the University Schools at Oxford, on Saturday June 26, 1886. Oxford : 1886. Sm. 8vo. IS. ITALIAN OPERA. [See Her Majesty's Theatre.] JAOKMAN, Isaac. KoYAi, and Eoyalty Theatres. Letter to Phillips Glover, Esq. of Wispington, in Lincolnshire ; in a dedication to the burletta 192 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF of Hero and Leander, now performing, with the most dis- tinguished applause, at the Royalty Theatre, in Goodman's Fields, London: 1787. 8vo. 2s. This relates to the dispute regarding the opening of the EoTAITt Theaibe jg. y.) b y John Palmer, which was opposed by the Patent Theatres, The next pamphlet is written to refute the statements made in this. A LETTER to the author of the burletta called Hero and' Leander, London: 1787, 8vo.* JACKSON, Dr. The friend and adviser of the notorious Duchess of Kingston. He is supposed to have been the author of the blackguardly attack on Foote, entitled Sodom and^Onan, a satire, 1776, [For an account of this matter see Foote, Samuel.] JACKSON, John [1742- ]• Actor. Manager of the Edinburgh'Theatre from 1781 to 1791. When he died I have been unable to discover. A STATEMENT of facts, explanatory of the dispute between John Jackson and Stephen Kemble. 1792. [See Edinburgh.] The history of the Scottish stage, from its first establishment to the present time; with a distinct narrative of some recent theatrical transactions. The whole necessarily interspersed with memoirs of his own life, by John Jackson, ten years man- ager of the Theatre Royab of Edinburgh. Edinburgh: 1793. 8vo. Herman, 4s, Strictures upon the merits of Young Roscius. 1804. [See Betty, W. H. W.] Animadversions on Mr. J. Jackson's dramatic strictures upon the merits of Young Roscius. 1804. [Ibid.] JACKSON, Mrs. Genest says, " Mrs. Jackson was a disagreeable actress." Gallic gratitude, a comedy. By J. S. Dodd (q.v.). 1779. At the end are " Critical remarks on Mrs. Jackson's performance of Lady Kandolph April 30, 1 779," on which date " Gallic Grati- tude " was produced for her benefit, " Douglas " being the first piece. THEATKICAL LITEEATUEE. 193 JACOB, Giles. The poetical register : or, the lives and characters of the English dramatick poets. "With an account of their writings. London (Ourll) : 17 19. 8vo. "With frontispiece and 5 portraits. Dedication signed " Gr. J. " A second volume was published in the succeeding year, with the following title-page — ■ • An historical account of the lives and writings of our most considerable English poets, whether epick, lyrick, elegiack, epigrammatists, &c. London (Curll) : 1720. 8vo. "With fron- tispiece and 7 portraits. Lacy, IIS. ■_ The poetical register : or, the lives and characters of aU the English poets. "With an account of their writings. Adorned with curious sculptures engraven by the best masters. London (Bettesworth) : 1723. 2 vols. 8vo. With frontispieces and 12 portraits. Dedications initialed "Gr. J." A second edition of the previous. JAMBS, Rev. John Angell. A LETTEE to the Eev. J. A. James. By A. Bunn (q.v.). 1824. A reply to an attack by James on the stage. The plagiary "warned." A vindication of the drama, the stage, and public morals, from the plagiarisms and compilations of the Eev. John Angell James, Minister of Carr's Lane Chapel, Birmingham; in a letter to the author. Second edition, with alterations. Birmingham; — London: — 1824. London: 1825. Bvo. (No. 49 of « The Pamphleteer.") Initialed "J. P." JENKINS, Richard. Memoies of the Bristol stage. ..... with notices ... of some of the most celebrated comedians who have appeared on its boards. 1826. [See Bristol.] JEROME, Jerome K. On the' stage — and off : the brief career of a would-be actor By Jerome K. Jerome London: 1885. 8vo. is. Mr. Jerome is well known in connection with the Playgoers' Club. His book is decidedly interesting. JOHNSON, Samuel [1709-1784]. A COMPLEAT vindication of the Licensers of the stage, from the 194 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF malicious and scandalous aspersions of Mr. Brooke, author of Gustavus Vasa. Witii a proposal for making tke office of Licenser more extensive and effectual. By an impartial hand. London (Corbett) : 1739. 4to. pp. 31 including title and half-title. A sarcastic defence by Dr. Johnson. For an account of the matter, see Beookb, Henry. Prologue and epilogue at the opening of Deurt Lane Teeateb (q.v.). 1747. The prologue, the best ever written, was by Johnson. An essay on tragedy, with a critical examen of Mahomet and Irene. London (Griffiths): 1749. 8vo. Title i leaf: Dedica- tion 2 leaves : Preface i leaf : pp. 37. is. Eather favourable in tone to Dr. Johnson. " Irene," his solitary play, was produced by Garrick at Drury Lane on 6th February 1749. A CRITICISM on Mahomet and Irene. London : 1 749. 8vo.* Johnson and Garrick (q.v.). 181 6. (By Sir Joshua Eeynolds.) JOHNSON, T. The tryal of CoUey Gibber (q.v.) for writing a book intitled An apology for his Hfe. 1740. JOHNSTON, Henry Brskine [i777- ]• An actor who was known as the "Scotch Boscius." His first appear- ance in Jiondon was at Covent Garden in 1797-98, and he retired in 1820-21. When he died I do not know. A STATEMENT of the differences subsisting between the proprie: tors and performers. 1800. [See Covent Garden Theatre.] JOHNSTONE, John [i75o-i8?8]. The famous Irish comedian. He made his first appearance in London at Covent Garden on 2nd October 1783, and was at first principally employed as a singer ; but his reputation rests upon his Irish parts, he being able to play Irishmen of all classes. He retired from the stage in 1820. A STATEMENT of the differences subsisting between the pro- prietors and performers. 1800. [See Covent Garden Theatke.] JONES, Charlea Inigo. Memoirs of Miss O'Neill (q.v.). By Charles Inigo Jones. 1816. THEATRICAL LITEEATUEE. 195 JONES, Frederick Edward. Originally an amateur actor and manager, Jones became lessee of the Dublin Theatre in 1797. Familiar epistles to Frederick J s, Esq. on the present state of the Irish stage. 1804. [See Crokee, John Wilson, for this, and for the pamphlets relating thereto.] JONES, Stephen. Memoirs of the life of David Garrick (q.v.) .... by Thomas Davies. A new edition, with ample additions and illustrations, in the form of notes. 1808. [By Stephen Jones.] BioGRAPHiA dramatica .... brought down to the end of November 1811 . . . . by Stephen Jones. 181 2. [See Baeeb, David Erskine.] This edition was attacked by Octavius Gilchrist in the Quarterly Beview, and Jones replied in — Hyfercriticism exposed : in a letter addressed to the Eeaders of " The Quarterly Eeview," respecting an article in the xivth number of that publication, professing to be an examen of Mr. Stephen Jones's edition of the " Biographia dramatica," lately published. By a friend to Candour and Truth. London: 1812. 8vo. JONSON, Ben [iS73-i637]. Eemarks on an historical play, called, the Fall of Mortimer. Shewing wherein the said play may be term'd a libel against the prespnt administration. London (Rayner): n. d. (1731). 8vo. 6d. This piece, a completion of Ben Jonson's sketch, is said to have been acted at the Haymarket in 1731. The grand jury for Middlesex de- scribed it, on 7th July 1731, as a "false, infamous, scandalous, seditious, and treasonable libel." The history of Mortimer, being a vindication of the Fall of Mortimer. Occasioned by it's having been presented as a treason- able libel. London: 1731. 8vo. 6d. Remarks on three plays of Benjamin Jonson. By John Upton (q.v.). 1749. Sbjanus, a tragedy. As it was intended for the stage. 1752. [An alteration of Jonson's tragedy. See GENTLEMAif, Francis.] 196 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOTJNT OF Memoirs of the life and writings of Ben. Jonson, Esq j Poet Laureat to King James the first, and King Charles the first. With an abstract of the lives of their favourites, Somerset and Buckingham. Collected from the 'writings of the most eminent historians, and interspersed with the pasquils of those times. To which are added, two comedies, (wrote by Ben. Jonson, &c. and not printed in his works) called The widow, and Eastward Hoe. By W. E. Chetwood. Dublin: 1756. izmo. An examination of the charges .... of Ben Jonson's enmity, &c. towards Shakspeare. By Octavius Gilchrist (q.v.). 1808. A LETTER to William Gifford, Esq. on the late edition of Ford's plays ; chiefly as relating to Ben Jonson. By Octavius Gilchrist (q.v.). 1811. Shakspere and Jonson. Dramatic, versus wit-combats, London: 1864. i2mo. JORDAN, Dorothy [1762-1816]. Genest, who wrote her epitaph, says that Mrs. Jordan never had a superior in her proper line, which was that of the broader comedy, romps, and "breeches" parts. She was indeed a true comedian. Her private life was somewhat sensational : her connection with the Duke of Clarence, afterwards William IV., giving rise to much gossip and scandal. Her maiden name was Bland. An essay on the pre-eminence of comic genius : with observa- tions on the several characters Mrs. Jordan has appeared in. London: 1786. Sm. 4to. Scarce. Lines addressed to Mrs. Jordan. London: 1787. 4to.* Jordan's elixir of life, and cure for the spleen ; or, a collection of all the songs sung by Mrs. Jordan, since her first appearance in London. With many other favourite songs,, sung by her in the theatres of Dublin, York, Edinburgh, and Cheltenham, and a number of duetts, trios, glees, &e. that she has a part in. To which is prefixed, authentic memoirs of Mrs. Jordan, now first published. Embellished with a superb engraving of Mrs. Jordan, in Sir Harry Wildair. London: 1789. 8vo. pp. 69 including title. Portrait. Dedicated to the British Nation. Memoirs and amorous adventures by sea and land, of King William IV. Interspersed with upwards of one hundred curious anecdotes. Including Hs THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 197 intrigues with Madame Schwellenberg — the Plymouth bum-boat woman — Mrs. Fisherman — Yankee Bet — the naval cock-and-hen club — battle Eoyal — Demarara Dolly — the Boatswain's wife's black broth — and a copious account of his intercourse with, and causes of separation from, Mrs. Jordan, and particulars of the Ktz-Clarence family. By Capt. M , R.N. who has had the honour of being a shipmate with his Majesty. London, n. d. (1830). 8vo. pp. 32. (Published at 6d.) With portrait of William and Queen Adelaide. The great illegitimates ! ! Public and private life of that celebrated actress Miss Bland, otherwise Mrs. Ford, or, Mrs. Jordan; late mistress of H.E.H. the D. of Clarence; now King William IV. founder of the Fitzclarence family; being mother of the Earl of Munster — Col. Lord Frederic Fitzclarence — Lord Augustus Fitzclarence — Lord Adolphus Fitzclarence, R.N. Lady Sophia Sydney — Lady Mary Pox — Countess of Errol — Lady Kennedy Erskine, and Lady Falkland. Delineating the vicissi- tudes attendant on her early life; the splendor of her noon- tide blaze, as mistress of the Royal Duke ; and her untimely dissolution at St. Cloud, near Paris, — resulting from a broken heart. Accompanied by numerous remarks and anecdotes of illustrious and fashionable characters. By a confidential friend of the departed. Embellished by portraits of the Fitzclarence family. London : n. d. (about 1830). i2mo. With portraits. Very scarce. The life of Mrs. Jordan ; including original private correspon- dence, and numerous anecdotes of her contemporaries. By James Boaden, Esq. London: 1831. 2 vols. 8vo. With portrait and fa THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 203 MoMus, a poem. By G. S. Caeet (q.v.). 1767. The rescue, or Thespian scourge ; being a critical enquiry into the merits of ... . Thespis. By John Brownsmith (q.v.). 1767. KELLY, John. The levee. A farce. As it was offer'd to, and accepted for representation by the Master of the Old-House in Drury-Lane, but by the Inspector of Farces denied a licence. London (Crokatt) : 1 741. 8vo. IS. KELLY, Michael. A noted singer, who was also a fairly good composer, but a very bad actor. His " Keminiacences " is a delightful book, which was compiled by Theodore Hook from Kelly's materials. Keminiscences of Michael Kelly, of the King's Theatre, and Theatre Koyal Drury Lane, including a period of nearly half a century; with original anecdotes of many distinguished persons, ■political, literary and musical. London: 1826. 2 vols. Svo. With portrait. Second edition — London : 1826. 2 vols. Svo, Portrait. KELLY, William. Notices illustrative of the drama, and other popular amuse- ments, chiefly in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, inci- dentally illustrating Shakespeare and his cotemporaries ; extracted from the Chamberlains' accounts and other manuscripts of the Borough of Leicester. With an introduction and notes by William Kelly. London : 1865. Svo. With bird's-eye view Betty Starky, and of the present Mrs. Coutts. By a perse the first respectability. To which is added, an account of manner in which his immense property has been bequeat London: n. d. (1822). 8vo. pp. 17. 6d. I have seen a copy of this with the portrait belonging to the "Adde; but I suppose it to have been inserted. [See two foUowing titles.) BiOGKAPHicAL and historical addenda to the Life of the Thomas Coutts, Esq. Containing numerous interesting amusing anecdotes of that gentleman and his first wife, B Starky ; including an official copy, at full length, of Mr. Con will, with the codicil, as proved and registered in the Prerogi Court : also, the curious and important letter of the Earl of 1 donald on some statements in the narrative, &c. &c. Embelli THEATKICAL LITEEATUKE. 237 with a correct likeness of Mr. Coutts. London : n. d. (1822). 8vo. With portrait of Mr. Coutts by G. Cruikshank. (Published at 6d.) This and the preceding work were published together, as well aa separately and the following general title-page was prefixed to the col- lected edition : — Life of the late Thomas Coutts, Esq. banker, of the Strand, to which is added, a biographical and historical addenda, containing some curious anecdotes, and an official copy at full length of his will and codicil, as proved in the Prerogative Court, &o. &o. With a correct portrait of Mr. Coutts. London: n. d. (1822). 8vo. Portrait, is. The Earl of Dundonald's answer to the mis-statements con- tained in the Life of the late T. Coutts, Esq. banker, (relative to his first lady), with curious and highly interesting anecdotes, never before published. London : 1822. 8vo. 2d. Mr. Coutts's first wife had been described as a domestic in the service of the Earl of Dundonald, and some passages between her and the Sari's son were mentioned, which he (being now Earl) contradicted. A TALE of the last century. The secret memoirs of Harriott Pumpkin,* a celebrated actress ; from her infancy to her seduc- tion of, and subsequent marriage with a banker : also, a poem by the father of our heroine. With strictures on charity without benevolence — the art of swindling a good name — fifteen shillings for publishing a donation of five ! — the art of benefit-making ; or, Devil drive the hindmost — ripe fruit and the money-bags — a scene at the Horns ! ! ! — scenes at.the cottage ; procreative studies by Sally S— n j Manager A— d; Miss M — n j Mr. K— d, &c. With a variety of amatory anecdotes, and illustrative occurrences. By the Ghost of Old Ealph ! I ! * Pumpkin, according to naturalists, a spurious kind of melon. London: n. d. (1825). i2mo. pp. 117. I have seen a title quoted, " Secret Memoirs of Harriet Pumpkin, and her extraordinary marriage with Old Croesus, n. d., 8vo.," but I suppose it to be the same as this. Most of the copies of this scurrilous pamphlet are said to have been bought up and destroyed. At Mr. Herman's sale a copy sold for ^J, 5s., a most extravagant price. A friend of mine was lucky enough to pick up a fairly good copy at a bookstall for 6d. Mb. Percy Wtndham's strictures on an impostor, and old actress, formerly Bet the pot girl, alias, the banker's sham widow, with particulars of her appearance at the bar of Bow Street, of the child manufactory at Highgate, and madam's sleep- 238 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF ing at the Horns at Kennington. A copy of Lord Dundonald's letter, & a castigatory letter, to Sir Edmund Antrobus : Sir Coutts Trotter, Edward Marjoribanks, & Co. as executors ; and surviving partners of the late Thomas Coutts, Esq. London: n. d. (about 1822). 8vo. pp. 95. {Published at 5s.) There are engravings of two hatchments on the title-page. The paging of this copy begins at 51 and ends with 145. Field notes this scandiSous production as "privately circulated." Epistle to Harriet, Duchess of St. Albans : or the first lash of Nemesis. London : 1828. 8vo. is. 6d. A rhymed defence of Miss Mellon, and a furious attack upon Westma- cott and others who had defamed her. Memoibs of Harriot, Duchess of St. Albans. By Mrs. Com- weU Baron-Wilson. London : 1839. 2 vols. 12 mo. Portrait. Bepublish'ed in 1886 with different title-page : — Memoies of Miss Mellon afterwards Duchess of St. Albans By Mrs. Corn well Barron-Wilson London: 1886. 2 vols. 8vo. MELMOTH, Courtney. [See Pratt, S. J.] MERLIN, Countess de. Memoirs of Madame Malibrai^ (^•'^•)- 1840. MBRRITT, J. Memoirs of the life of Wm. Henry West Betty (q.v.). 1804. METLBR, W. Monody on the death of David Gaerick (q.v.). By W. Meyler. 1779. MIDDLETON, Thomas. The excellent comedy, called The Old Law. [See Massinger, P.] MILES, Henry Downes. The life of Joseph Grimaldi (q.v.)j with anecdotes of his contemporaries. By Henry Downes Miles. 1838. MILES, William Augustus. A LETTER to Sir John Fielding, Knt. occasioned by his extra- ordinary request to Mr. Garrick for the suppression of the THEATRICAL UTEEATTJEE. 239 Beggars Opera. To which is added a Postscript to D. Garrick, Esq; By William Augustus Miles. London: 1773. izmo. In Cooke's "Macklin," p. 64, it is stated that Sir John Fielding declared that every time the " Beggar's Opera" was played there was an increase in the number of highwaymen brought before him. MILLER, David Prince. The life of a showman ; and the managerial struggles of David Prince Miller : with anecdotes and letters of some of the most celehrated modem actors and actresses. The art of fortune tell- ing. An expose of the practices of begging impostors^ mounte- banks, jugglers, and various deceivers of the public; together with the secrets of conjuring, and an explanation of the most celebrated and striking tricks of wizards and conjurors. Second edition, with considerable additions. London : n. d. (about 1853). 8vo. IS. Originally published in 12 parts. Fart L, April 1842. Miller was manager of the Boyal Adelphi Theatre, Glasgow, for some time ; but was unfortunate in it, as he seems to have been in everything he undertook. MILLER, James [1703-1744]. Thb pigeon-pye, or, a King's coronation, proper materials for forming an oratorio, opera, or play, according to the modem taste : to be represented in opposition to the Dragon of Wantley. By an admirer of bad composition, and author of — ■ nothing. London. 1738. 8vo. is. A curious satire on, I believe, Miller, the author of " The CoSee- House." MILLS, Crispin. A LETTER to Mr. Richard Glover, on occasion of his tragedy of Boadicia. By Crisp Mills. London: 1754. 8vo. Praises it as a poem rather than as a play. A coMUENT on Boadicia, with remarks on Mills's letter. By W. RiDEB (q.v.). 1754. MINOR THEATRES. Impabtial observations on the proceedings instituted by the proprietors of the Theatres Royal, Drury Lane and Covent Garden, against the Minor establishments. London: 1820. 8vo. By the Patents only Drury Lane and Covent Garden in the winter, and the Haymarket in the summer, could perform the legitimate drama ; but from the beginning of this century the monopoly gradually weakened, until 1 83 1, when it was practically abolished. 240 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A LETTER on the question now at issue between the " major " and " minor " theatres. By Eugene Maoakthy (q.v.). 1832, Major and minor theatres. A concise view of the question. 1832. [See ToMLTNS, F. G.] Report from the Select Committee on Dramatic Literature, 1832. [See Dramatic.] The national drama, or the histrionic war of majors and minors. London : 1833. 8vo. With folding caricature frontispiece.* MIRROR. [See Monthly Mirror.] MITPORD, John [1781-1856]. Bditor of the Oentleman'e from 1S34 to 1850. A LETTER to Richard Heber, Esq. Containing some obserra- tions on the merits of Mr. Weber's kte edition of Ford's Dramatic Works. London: 1812. 8vo. Cursory notes on various passages in the text of Beaumont and Fletcher, as edited by the Rev. Alexander Dyce ; and on hii " Few notes on Shakespeare." The author John Mitford. Lon- don: 1856. 8vo. 2S. 6d. MITFORD, Mary Russel [i787-i85S]. Remarks on Miss Mitford's tragedy of Rienzi. By the Editor of Cumberland's British Theatre. London : 1828. 8vo, A very favourable criticism by George Daniel. "Blenzi" wai pro- duced at Drury Lane on 9th October 1828. MOSER, Justus. Harlequin : or, a defence of grotesque comic performances. By Mr. Justus Mdser, Councellor of the High Court of Justice at Osnabruok, etc. Translated from the German by Joach. Andr. Fred. Wameoke, LL.C. London: 1766. i2mo. Frontis- piece of a Harlequin. 2S. 6d. MOLLOY, J. Fitzgerald, The life and adventures of Peg WopriNOTON (q.v.). 1884. Famous plays With a discourse by way of prologue on the playhouses of the Restoration, By J. Fitzgerald Molloy London: 1886, 8vo, THEATEICAL LITEEATIJEE. 241 MOMUS. MoMus, a poem. 1767. [See Oaeet, George Savile.] MONITOR. The Monitor ; or, green-room laid open ; with remarks thereon, which occasioned the letter to Mr. Spatter. London: 1767. Folio. 3d. Field's Catalogue, No. 1005, saya : "A periodical paper, i8 numbers, all published ? " I suppose that I have seen only the first number. I fancy that " Mr. Spatter " is meant to be Hugh Kelly. MONNEY, William. Caeactacus, a new tragedy, in five acts : with previous remarks on English dramatic tragedy ; comprising a blank verse gamut, and strictures on theatrical committees, managers, and players. With an appendix, including an answer to, and critique on, some unique criticism contained in a publication entitled " The critical review.'' Second edition. By William Monney, Gent., author of " Considerations on prisons," &c. London: 181 7. 8vo. A work so dreadfully bad, that it is difficult to conceive that even Mr. Monney believed in it. Its publication fully justified the manager who refused to produce it. The first edition received some well-deserved criticism, and the appendix to this edition is devoted to abusing the reviewers. MONTGOMERY, Walter [1828-1871], An unfortunate actor. Was Hamlet mad ? Being a series of critiques on the acting of the late "Walter Montgomery : written in Melbourne in 1867, by the Hon. Archibald Michie, Q.C., (late Attorney-General) ; Dr. J. B. Neild (late President of the Medical Society, Victoria) ; E.. H. Home ; James Smith, Esq. (late Parliamentary Librarian) ; David Blair, M.P. ; and Charles Bright, Esq. Edited by R. H. Home. London: n. d. ( 1 871). 8vo. is. MONTHLY MIRROR. Thb monthly mirror : reflecting men and manners. With strictures on their epitome, the stage. London: 1795 to 1811. 8vo. Illustrations. This very valuable theatrical magazine began in December 1795 and ended in February 181 1, making 30 vols, and 2 Nos. It is full of portraits of players and other celebrated persons. 242 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF MONTHLY THEATRICAL REPORTER. The montlily theatrical reporter. By T, D.utton. 1814-15. [See Theateical.] MOORE, Edward [died 1757]. Dramatist. Best known as the author of the " Gamester," which still holds the stage. A CEiTiciSM on the Fotindling. In a letter to the author. London: 1748. 8vo. 6d. "The roundling " was produced at Drury Lane on Tebruary 13, 1748, and was frequently revived. An ode to David Gareick (q.v.) upon the talk of the town. By Edward Moore. 1749. The " talk of the town " was Garrick's marriage with Eva Maria Violetti. This ode was no doubt written by Garrick's desire, to anti- cipate the banter which he seems to have expected on all possible occasions. The original story from which the comedy of Gil Bias is taken, London: n. d. (1751). 8vo.* " Gil Bias " was produced at Drury Lane on Tebruary 2, 1751. The Gamester, a true story; on which the tragedy of that name, now acting at the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane, is founded. Translated from the Italian. London: 1753. 8vo. 6d. "The Gamester'' was produced at Drury Lane on February 7, 1753. MOORE, Peter. An active and officious member of the Committee of Amateurs, who mismanaged Drury Lane. For allusions to him see also Dbdbt Lanh Theatre. Facts are stubborn things ! being a brief review of the season 1817-18, at the Theatre Royal, Drury-Lane : also, aninquiryinto the conduct of the sub and special committees ; with explanatory notes ; and an appendix, containing the celebrated letter from Peter Moore, Esq. M.P. to the late J. G. Raymond; also his " observations," addressed to the sub-committee Lon- don : 1818. 8vo. A lettek to all the proprietors of Drury-Lane Theatre, (ex- cepting Peter Moore, Esq. and others who are, or have been concerned in the management thereof) ; being a commentary on certain parts of an anonymous pamphlet, called " A brief review THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 243 of the Season 181 7-1 8, at the Theatre Eoyal, Drury-Lane, &o. &c. &o." and a conclusive detection of the author, by Samuel James Arnold, Esq. a proprietor London. 1818. 8vo. An authentic statement of facts connected with the interior management of Drury-Lane Theatre, for the last three seasons ; together with an appendix of documents. London. 18 18. 8vo. MOORE, Sir Thomas. Reflections on Mangora. 17 18.* The Muzze muzzled, in answer to Reflections on Mangora. London: 1719 (? 1718). 4to.* I have seen neither of these. " Mangora " was produced at Lincoln's Inn Fields, December 14, 1717. MOORE, Thomas. Memoirs of the life of the Eight Hon. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (q.v.). By Thomas Moore. 1825. A LETTER to Thomas Moore, Esq. on Sheridan's " School for Scandal." 1826. [See Sheridan, R. B.] MORE, Hannah. Ode to Dragon, Mr. Garrlck's house-dog, at Hampton. 1777. [By Hannah More. See Garrick, David.] MORELL, Dr. Thomas. The Anti-Rosciad. 1761. [See Churchill, Charles.] This was written by Dr. Thomas Morell. In Field's copy of the pamphlet was a note : — " This was written by Dr. Thomas Morell, as he iuform'd Mr. Stevens." MORLET, Henry. Professor Morley'a "Journal" is an invaluable book for the student, its only defect being the absence of an index. The journal of a London playgoer from 1851 to 1866. By Henry Morley, London : 1866. 8vo. MORRIS, Mowbray. Essays in theatrical criticism. By Mowbray Morris. London. 1882. 8vo. Mr. Morris was for some years the dramatic critic of the Times. This work, which contains some extremely plain speaking, created a tremendous sensation both among actors and critics. 244 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF MORTIMER, Mr. The Stage. Three dialogues between Mr. Clement and Mr. Mortimer. 1819. For a reply to above, see Plumptkb, James, MORTON. Thomas. Me. Morton's Zorinski and Brooke's Gustavus Vasa compared. Also a critique on Zorinski. As it appeared in the Morning Post and Fashionable World ; with all such paragraphs as were inserted in the Oracle and True Briton, by Mr. Morton and his friends, in a weak and wild attempt to confute Truth. With alterations and additions by Truth. London: 1795. 8vo. "Zorinski" was produced at the Haymarket on 20th June 1795, with considerable success. Theatrical criticism. ... A candid critique on The School of Keform. By James Peter Fearon (q.v.). 1805. " The School of Reform '' was produced most successfully at Covent Garden, 15th January 1805. Emery's Tyke was one of the great imper- sonations of the stage. MOSSE, . A state of the case between Mr. Mosse and Mr, Sheridan, 1750, [See Sheridan, Thomas.] The man of honour; but not of his word, 1750, [Ibid.] MOSSOP, Henry [i729->77S]- An actor of great merit, but of equal vanity, who might have rivalled Garrick in many parts, but who wasted his life in struggling to be the head of the Irish theatre. His contest with Barry and Woodward in Dublin ended disastrously for all. A LETTER to David Garrick (q.v.) on opening the theatre. 1769 (should be 1759). An attack, on Mossop chiefly, by Edward Purdon, for which he had to publicly apologise. An estimate of the theatrical merits of the two tragedians of Crow-Street (Mossop and Barry). 1760. .[See Barrt, Spranger.] Zanga's triumph; or, Harlequin and Othello at war. By Charles M'LouGHLiN (q.v.). 1762. Zanga is Mossop ; Hariequin, Woodward ; Othello, Barry. The two latter were engaged in litigation. THEATEICAL LITEEATTJRE. 445 A LETTER to David Garrick (q.v.) on his conduct. 1772.. Written in Mossop's interest by Rev, David Williams. Mossop was then out of an engagement. MOTTBUX, Peter Anthony [1660-1718]. Beauty in distress. A tragedy. As it is acted at the Theatre in Little Lincolns- Inn -Fields. By His Majesty's Servants. Written by Mr. Motteux. With a discourse of the lawfulness & unlawfulness of plays, lately written in French by the learned Father Caffaro, Divinity- Professor at Paris. Sent in a letter to the author by a Divine of the Church of England. London (Brown) : 1698. 4to. pp. xxxi. (including title) : Dram. Pers. 1 page : pp. 58. Maxims ... in answer to a discourse printed before a play called Beauty in distress. By the Bishop of Meaux (q.v.). 1699. MOTTLBY, John. ScANDERBEG. A tragedy. By Thomas Whincop (q.v.). 1747. With a list of dramatists and their works, compiled by Mottley. MOUNT EDGCUMBB, Earl of. Musical reminiscences chiefly respecting the Italian Opera in England from the year 1773 to the present time. By the Earl of Mount Edgcumbe. The third edition. London: 1828. i2mo. Portrait. MUDFORD, William. The life of Kichard Cumberland (q.v.). 18 12. A CRITICAL examination of the writings of Richard Cumber- land (q.v.). 1812. MUNDBN, Joseph Shepherd [1758-1832]. The great comedian in whom Lamb delighted, and of whom Taltourd wrote that "he was in high farce what Kemble was in high tragedy." He first appeared at Oovent Garden, and December 1790, and retired 5iBt May 1824. A STATEMENT of the differences subsisting between the proprie- tors and performers. 1800. [See Covent Garden Theatre.] Memoirs of Joseph Shepherd Munden, comedian. By his son. London. 1844. 8vo. With portrait of Munden as Sir Francis Gripe. Lacy, 6s. ; Herman, 12s. 245 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF MUNDBN, T. S. Memoirs of Joseph SHepherd Munden (q.v.). By his son. 1844. MUNDUS DRAMATICUS. MuNDUS dramaticus (the new Bosciad). A satire. London. 1852. I2m0; IS. MURPHY, Arthur [1730-1805]. A Letter from Mons. de Voltaire to the Author of the Orphan of China. London : 1759. 8vo. "The Orphan of China" was produced at Drury Lane on 2 1st April I7S9> with great Bucoess. Voltaire had written a tragedy with the same title. A lettee to Mons. de Voltaire on the Desert Island. By Arthur Murphy. London: 1760. 8vo.* " The Desert Island " was produced at Drury Lane on 24th January, 1760. The Murphiad, a mock-heroic poem. London: 1761. 4to.* The Examiner. A satire. By Arthur Murphy, Esq ; Lon- don. 1 76 1. 4to. IS. 6d. Attack on Lloyd, Churchill, &c. , and a reply to the " Murphyad," " Mere- triciad," and other pamphlets against Murphy. It was originally called "The Expostulation," but some of Murphy's opponents rushed out a publication under that title, to forestall him, so he changed his title-page to " The Examiner," though the original name remains in the body of the work. An Ode to the Naiads of Fleet-Ditch. By Arthur Murphy, Esq; London: 1761. 4to. A furious attack on Churchill in answer to his mention of Murphy in the "Apology." The life of David Gaeeick (q.v.). By Arthur Murphy. i8pi. The life of Arthur Murphy, Esq. By Jesse Foot, Esq. his executor. London. 181 1. 4to. Portrait. MURRAY, Lindley. Sentiments of pious and eminent persons on the pernicious tendency of dramatic entertainments, and other vain amuse- ments ; with a few reflections on the same subject subjoined. By Lindley Murray. A new edition. London: 1823. izmo. THEATEICAL LITERATUKE, 247 MUERAY, William H. [1790-1852]. The famous Edinburgh manager. On the death of Henry Siddons in 1815, the management of the Edinburgh Theatre Royal devolved on Murray, for behoof of his sister, Mrs. H. Siddons. In 1830 he became patentee on his own account, and managed the theatre till 1851, when he retired. For some time he managed both the Adelphi and the Theatre Royal. Under his management "Rob Roy" and the other Waverley dramas were produced. A PLAIN statement of facts, by Mr. Alexander, late of tlie Theatre-Boyal, Edinburgh. 182 1. A 10-page pamphlet with no title-page, dated "Edin. 7th May 1821," giving an account of differences which arose between Alexander and Murray. On the causes of the decline of the drama. . . , . . With a letter addressed to the manager of the Theatre-Royal, Edinburgh. 1834. [See Innes, Frederick Maitland.] OoREBSPONDENCE anent the Adelphi Theatre, Edinburgh, be- twixt W. H. Murray, Esquire, the lessee ; James Spence, Esquire, W.S., the secretary for the trustees j and Mr. "William Black, merchant, Leith, a shareholder of said theatre. 1850. [See Edinburgh.] Relates to an agreement made by Murray to keep the theatre open for four calendar months in each year. Black pertinaciously demands that he should rigidly keep this engagement. Spence rather defends Murray. A MEMOIR of W. H. Murray, Esq. comedian] with a sketch of the rise and progress of the theatre, and anecdotes of the stage in Edinburgh. Edinburgh : 1851. i2mo. 2d. Merely the first 36 pages of Murray's Addresses. 1 85 1. The farewell and occasional addresses delivered by W. H. Murray, Esq., in the Theatres Royal and Adelphi, Edinburgh; with a biographical sketch. Edinburgh. 1851. [See Edin- burgh,] NALDI, Giuseppe. Mr. Greville's statement of Mr. Naldi's case. 181 1. [See GrREVILLE, H. F.] The Alien ; or, an answer to Mr. Greville's statement with respect to Mr. Naldi's action for arrears of salary: including, also, a short history of the Argyle Theatre. By Giuseppi Naldi. London: 181 1. 8vo. 3s. 248 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOtlNT OF NEVILLE, Henry U>om 1837]. A very good and successful actor in drama. He was for gome years manager of the Olympic Theatre. The stage : its past and present in relation to fine art. By Henry Neville. Being the subject of a lecture delivered by the author at the Tine Art Gallery, Conduit Street, for the Society for the encouragement of the Fine Arts on the 13th July, 1871. Revised and enlargedj London : 1875. 8vo. NEWCASTLE. Thoughts on the late disturbance at the Theatre- Royal, New- castle. Newcastle: 1789. 8vo. The disturbance was caused by the conduct of Mrs. Whitlook, sister to Mrs. Siddons, and wife of the Newcastle manager, who was asked by Cooke to play Marcia .to his Cato, on the occasion of his benefit. This she refused to do. An appeal to the public, relative to the conduct of "William M'Cready, Esq. in the case of the author, John Prosser Edwin, comedian, of the Theatre-Royal, Newcastle. 1807. Fact versus Fallacy, or the true state of the case between J. P. Edwin, comedian, and W. Macready, Esq. 1807. Candoue versus Calumny; being an ample refutation of the malignant falsehoods and despicable misrepresentations lately published by the MAN-ager, William M^Cready. Written by the MAN calling himself John Prosser Edwin, comedian. 1807. These three pamphlets relate to a dispute of the usual nature between actor and manager. [See Edwin, John Prosser.] NICHOLS, John. The theatre, by Sir Richard Steele (q.v.). (Edited by Nichols.) 1791. NOLAN, Nolan's theatrical observer. [See Dublin, Theatrical Observer, 1821.] NOBTHBROOKE, John. Spiritus est vicarius Ghristi in ten-a. A Treatise wherein Dicing, Dauciog, Vaine plaies or Eiiterludes with other idle pastimes, &c. commonly vsed on the Sabboth day, are reprooued, by the authoritie of the worde of God and auncient- Writers, THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 249 Made Dialoguewise by lohn Northbrooke Minister, and Preacher of the worde of God Imprinted at London by Thomas Dawson, for George Bishoppe. Anno. 1579. 4to. Title I leaf : Dedication and " To the Christian and faithful! Reader" 7 leaves: Treatise 72 leaves. B. L. Beprinted for the Shakespeare Society with the following title-page : — A TEEATisE against dicing, dancing, plays, and interludes. With other idle pastimes. By John Northbrooke, Minister. IVom the earliest edition, about a.d. 1577. With an introduction and notes. London (Shakespeare Society) : 1843. 8vo. NORWICH. Roscius, or a critical examination into the merits of the per- formers belonging to the Norwich theatre. Norwich: 1767. 4to.* Stbicttjees, in verse, on the performances at the Theatre- Eoyal, Norwich. Towards the close of the season of 1799. Norwich: n. d. (1799). Sm. 4to. Review in verse of the performers from the Theatre Royal Norwich, during the season, at Lynn, of 1802, with notes. Nor- wich : 1802.* NOSSITER, Miss, A Letter to Miss Nossiter. Occasioned by her first appear- ance on the stage : in which is contained remarks upon her manner of playing the character of Juliet; interspersed with some other theatrical observations. London: 1753. 8vo. A very favourable criticism. The lady was in love with Spranger Barry, to whom she left by will ^^3000. Her stage career was short. O.P. For the " O.P." or " Old Prices " riots, see Covent Garden Theatre. O'BRYAN, Daniel. Authentic memoirs of Robert Wilks (q.v.). By Daniel O'Bryan. 1732. OCCASIONAL PAPER. Occasional paper, No. IX., containing considerations about the danger of going to plays. London : 1698. 4to.* 2SO A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF O'KEBPPB, John [1747-1833]- One of the best of EngliBh farce-writers. Recollections of the life of John O'Keeffe, written by himse London : 1826. 2 vols. 8vo. With portrait. Lacy, 4s. 6d. Herman, 6s. OLDPIBLD, Anne [1683-1730]. One of the most celebrated actresses of the English stage, and t acknowledged successor of the great Mrs. Mountfort. She was a worn of extraordinary beauty, as well as talent, and famous both as a tra^ and comic performer, though her chief excellence lay in the representati of ladies of high fashion. At her death she received unprecedent honour — her body lying in state in the Jerusalem Chamber, and bei conveyed thence to "Westminster Abbey. She is the Narcissa of whc Pope writes in his "Moral Essays," Epistle I. : — " ' Odious ! in woollen ? 'twould a saint provoke 1 ' Were the last words that poor Narcissa spoke." AuTHENTiCK memoirs of the life of that celebrated actress Mi Ann Oldfield. Containing a genuine account of her transactioi from her infancy to the time of her decease. The second editio London : 1730. 4to. is. Third edition, with large additions — London : 1 730. 4to. Herman, 2; Faithful memoirs of the Hfe, amours and performances, that justly celebrated, and most eminent actress of her tim Mrs. Anne Oldfield. Interspersed with several other dramatic memoirs. By WUliam Bgerton, Esq; London: 1731. 8v Portrait. 3 s. Lacy, 48. Memoirs of Mrs. Anne Oldfield. London: 1 741. 8vo. pp.8 Portrait of Mrs. Oldfield on title-page. An abridgment of the preceding volume, published with Bettertoi "History of the English Stage," 1741. The Lover's Miscellany, a collection of amorous tales ai poems, with memoirs of the life and amours of Mrs. Ann 01 field. London: 1731. 8vo.* Poem to the memory of Mrs. Oldfield. London : 1730. 4ta Supposed to be written by Savage. Theatrical correspondence in death. An epistle from Mi Oldfield, in the Shades, to Mrs. Br...ceg...dle, upon earth. 174 [See Dkuby Lane Theatre.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 251 OLD PRICES. Foe the "Old Prices" or "O.P." riots, 1809, see Covent Garden Theatre. OLDMIXON, John, • Reflections on the stage, and on Mr. CoUyer's Defence of the Short view. By John Oldmixon. London. 1699.* The Muses' mercury : or the monthly miscellany, consisting of poems, prologues, &c. never before printed, to which is added an account of the stage. By John Oldmixon. London: 1707. 4to.* OLDYS, William. The history of the English stage, from the Eestauration to the present time. By Thomas Betterton (q.v.). 1741. Not by Betterton. Generally attributed to William Oldys. Selections from Oldys' manuscript notes to Langbaine's dramatic poets. London: 1851. 8vo.* OLIVER, Rev. George, D.D. An account of the Corpus Pageants, miracle plays, religious mysteries, &c. which were practised at Sleaford. By the Eev. George Oliver, D.D. London : 1838. 8vo.* OLYMPIC THEATRE. The Olympic Pavilion was opened by Astley in 1806. From 1S13 to 1819 Elliston was lessee and manager. In 1849 it was burned, and the present building erected. The most famous manager of the Olympic was Madame Vestris, who had it from 183 1 to 1839. Copy of a memorial .... against the Olympic and Sans Pareil Theatres. 1818. [See Elliston, Robert William.] O'NEILL, Eliza [1791-1872]. Made her first appearance in London at Covent Garden on October 6, 1814, 'and was at once hailed as a successor to Mrs. Siddons. In 1819 she retired from the stage, having married Sir William Becher. A DESCRIPTIVE portrait of Miss 0' Neil. London: 1815. 8vo.* Memoirs of Miss O'Neill; containing her public character, private life, and dramatic progress, from her entrance upon the stage; with a full criticism of her different characters, appro- priate selections from them, and some account of the plays she 252 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF Las preferred for her representations. By Charles Inigo Jones, Esq. of the Middle Temple. Embellished with a striking and highly- finished portrait of Miss O'Neill. London: 1816. 8vo. Portrait. Lacy, with coloured portrait, 22s. The rival roses ; addressed to Miss O'Neil and Miss Somerville. London : 1 8 1 9 . 8 vo. * OPERA. An essay on the opera's after the Italian manner. By Mr. Dennis (q.v.). 1706. The Opera : a poem. By the author of the Coach Drivers. Book I. London: 1767. 4to. No more published. ■v-y An essay on the Opera. By Count Algakotti (q.v.). 1768. The lyric muse revived in Europe, or, a critical display of the opera. London: 1768. 2 vols. i2mo.* The remarkable trial of the Queen of Quavers, and her associ- ates, for Sorcery, Witchcraft, and Enchantment, at the Assizes held in the Moon, for the county of Gelding, before the Et. Hon. Sir Francis Lash, Lord Chief Baron of the Lunar Ex- chequer. Taken in short hand, by Joseph Demooritus, and "William Diogenes. London; n. d. (1777-78). 8vo. A satire on the opera. Letters upon the poetry and music of the Italian Opera. By the late Mr. John Beown (q.v.). Edinburgh : 1789. Beauties of the opera and ballet. Illustrated with ten highly- finished portraits, engraved on steel, and numerous engravings on wood, under the superintendence of Mr. Charles Heath. London: n.d. (1844). 8vo. Queens of song: being memoirs of .... female vocalists . . . To which is added a chronological list of all the pperas that have been performed ia Europe. 1853. By Ellen Creathome Clay- ton (q.v.). Remarks on the Italian Opera in Edinburgh. By Cleeicus (q.v.). 1854. THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 253 A PEW more words on the introduction of the Italian Opera into Edinburgh. By Clericus (q.v.). 1855. History of the opera, from its origin in Italy to the present time. With anecdotes of the most celebrated composers and / vocalists of Europe. By Sutherland Edwards. London: 1862. 1 2 vols. 8vo. The opera and the press. By C. L. Gruneisen (q.v.). 1869. A FAIR enquiry into the state of operas in England. London : n. d. 8vo.* OPERA GLASS. The opera glass ; exhibiting all the curious proceedings at the King's Theatre. 1808. [See Her Majesty's Theatre.] The opera glass, for peeping into the microcosm of the fine arts, and more especially of the drama. London : 1826-27. 4*°- Publiehed weekly at 4d. up to No. 14 ; 15 and after, 6d. 26 Nos. No. I, October 2, 1826 ; No. 26, March 24, 1827. No. 5 had a mourning border on account of the death of Talma, of whom a portrait is given. " Said to be the production of John Howard Payne " (Maidment), The opera glass. 1829. [See Glasgow.] The opera-glass. 1840. [See Edinburgh.] OPERA HOUSE. [See Her Majesty's Theatre.] ORCHESTRA. The orchestra A weekly journal of music and the drama. London: 1863. Folio. No. I, Saturday, 3d October 1863, price 3d. Still appearing, but now almost exclusively musical. O'ROURKE, Edmund. [See Falconer, Edmund.] ORTON. . Familiar verses from the ghost of Willy Shakspeare to Sammy Ireland. 1796. [Lowndes says, " By G. M. Woodward or Orton." See Ireland Forgeries.] ORTON, J. A SERIOUS dissuasive from frequenting the play-house. By J. Orton. Shrewsbury: 1776. i2mo.* 254 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOTJNT OF OTWAY, . Ajst attempt to deduce from facts, the causes of the present disgraceful state of our National Theatres. By Mr. Otway, a gen- tleman whose case forms some illustration of the danger arising to the professors of the drama from a monopoly, and the difficulty of even received merit obtaining the least support without either a rivalry on the part of Oovent Garden and Drury-Lane, or a superintendance of a more liberal policy, unconnected with other theatres, and having for its object the support of our native talent alone. London]: 1835. 8vo. 6d. Otway, of whom I know nothing, seems to have been a disappointed actor, OTWAY, Thomas [1651-1685]. A MEMOEiAL of Nell GwTNNE (q.v.) the actress, and Thomas Otway, the dramatist. By W. H. Hart. 1868. OTTLBY, Henry. Feohter's version of Othello, critically analysed. By Henry Ottley. 1861. [See Fechter, Charles.] OULTON, Walley Chamberlain. A dramatist and hack-writer. The history of the theatres of London : containing an annual register of all the new and revived tragedies, comedies, operas, farces, pantomimes, &c. that have been performed at the Theatres- Royal, in London, from the year 177 1 to 1795. With occasional notes and anecdotes. London: 1796. 2 vols. izmo. This, with Victor's 3 vols. 1761-1771, sold at Mr. Herman's sale for the unprecedented price of ;^3, i8s. . Lacy, 1771 to 1817, 5 vols., ' los. 6d. Complete set of Victor and Oulton, i8s. [See Viotob, Benjamin.] A HISTORY of the theatres of London, containing an annual register of new pieces, revivals, pantomimes, &c. "With occa- sional notes and anecdotes. Being a continuation of Victor's and Oulton's histories, from the year 1795 toi8i7 inclusive. ByW. C. Oulton. London: 181 7. 3 vols. i2mo. 1st vol. Drury Lane ; and vol. Covent Garden ; 3rd vol. Haymarket and Bnglish opera. Lacy, 8s. 6d. VoRTiGERN under Consideration. [Attributed to Oulton. See Ireland Forgeries.] THEATEICAL LITEEATIIRE. 255 Authentic memoirs of the Green-room, (for 1799). [See BOAOH, J.] The memoirs for 1799 are by Oulton, I am not aware whether the other years were done by him or not. Barker's continuation of Egerton's Theatrical Remembrancer, Baker's Biographia dramatica, &c. containing, a complete list of all the dramatic performances their several editions, dates and sizes, together with those which are unpublished, and the theatres where they were originally performed; from 1787 to 1801. Including several omissions, additions and corrections, also a continuation of the Notitia dramatica, with considerable improve- ments. To which is added a complete list of plays, the earliest date, size, and author's name, (where known.) From the com- mencement to 1 80 1. The whole arranged, &c. by WaUey Cham- berlain Oulton. London: n. d. (1801). i2mo. • Barker's complete list of plays, exhibiting, at one view, the title, size, date, and author, from the commencement of theatrical performances, to 1803. To which is added a continuation to the Theatrical Remembrancer, designed to shew collectively each author's work. London: n. d. (1803). lamo. Advertisement signed by Oulton. OWEN, O. The conduct of the stage considered, being a short historical account of its rise and progress. London : 1721, 8vo.* OXBBRRT, William [1784-1824]. A comedian of no great note. The theatrical banquet ; or, the actor's budget ; consisting of monologues, prologues, addresses, tales, &c. '<"^ Oxberey's dramatic chronology containing the names of births, first appearances and deaths,' of most of the pi 15 /^'■■'^^ London actors and actresses, up to 1849. London : n. d. 8vo. 2S. 6d. This work was announced to be continued annually. It is of litt PACK, Major. Mr. Oongeeve's last will and testament, with oharacteri writings. By and Major Pack. 1729, CoNGREVE, William.] PAETUS. Paetus and Arria, a tragedy ; in five acts. To which fixed a letter, addressed to Thomas Sheridan, Esq. on the ] state of the English stage. Cambridge : 1809. 8vo. 2S Genest says this is " a dull play by a gentleman of Cambridge letter is of no importance. PAGET, A. H. Shakespeare's plays : a chapter of Stage history. Ai on the Shakesperian drama. .By A. H. Paget. London. 8vo. IS. u- THEATRICAL LITEEATURE. 257 PAGET, W. The humours of the Meet. A poem. By W. Paget, comedian. With a preface, containing a sketch of the author's life. Bir- mingham: n. d. (1750). 8vo. Paget was an unfortunate provincial actor, who got into debt and into the Fleet Prison. PALMER, John [1742-1798]. "Plausible Jack,'' the original Joseph Surface, which character he acted in private as well as on the stagei. In 1787 he tried to open the Royalty Theatre, but the patent houses managed to stop him. [For an account of this business see Koyaltt Theatre.] He died on the stage at Liverpool on 2nd August 1798, while playing "The Stranger." The story that he died after saying " There is another and a better world " is entirely false. The trial of John Palmer, for opening the Royalty Theatre, tried in the Olympian Shades before Lord Chief Justice Shake- speare. London: 1787. 4to.* The trial of Mr. John Palmer, comedian, and manager of the Royalty Theatre, for opening the said Theatre in defiance of an Act of Parliament. London: 1787. 4to.* A MONODY on the death of Mr. John Palmer, the comedian. To which is prefixed 'a review of his theatrical powers : with observations on the most eminent performers on the London stage. Inscribed to Mrs. Siddons. By T. Harral London: 1798. 8vo. A SBaiTCH of the theatrical Hfe of the late Mr. John Palmer, containing an accurate and impartial summary of the incidents of his publick life, from his earliest entrance into the theatrical profession, to the melancholy event of his sudden death, while performing the character of the Stranger, on the Liverpool stage, on Thursday August 2, 1798. London: 1798. 8vo. is. PARKE, W. T. Musical memoirs ; comprising an account of the general state of music in England, from the first commemoration of Handel, in 1784, to the year 1830. Interspersed with numerous anec- dotes, musical, histrionic, &c. By W. T. Parke, forty years principal oboist to the Theatre Royal Covent Garden. London : 1830. 2 vols. 8vo. B 2S8 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF PARKER, B. A COMPLETE Key to the new farce, call'd Three hours after Marriage. With an account of the authors. By E. Parker, Philomath. London (Berrington) : 1717. 8vo. 6d. PARKER, George. A VIEW of Society and Manners in high and low life; being the adventures in England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France, &c. of Mr. G. Parker. In which is comprised a history of the Stage Itinerant. In two volumes. London: 1781. i2mo. Eepublished under the title of — Life's painter of variegated characters in public and private life. By George Parker, Librarian to the College of Wit, Mirth, and Humour, and Author of the View of Society and Manners, &c. London: 1789. 8vo. Portrait. 4s. PARNASSUS. A Trip to Parnassus ; or, the Judgment of Apollo on dramatic authors and performers. A poem. London: 1788. 4to. 2s. PARSONS, WiUiam [1736-1795]- A great comedian, especially famous for his old men. He made his first appearance 21st September 1762, and died in harness. The life of ' Mr. William Parsons, comedian. Written by Thomas BeUamly. To^'which are added his dramatic character, by John Litchfield, Esq.%nd a letter of intelligence, from Charles Dibdin, Esq. London: 1795. 8vo. A portrait of Parsons i$ prefixed to the second volume of Bellamy's Miscellanies, with which this is published. PASCOE, Charles Byre. OuE actors and actresses. The dramatic list. A record of the performances of living actors and actresses of the British stage. Edited by Charles E. Pascoe. Second edition, revised and enlarged. London : 1880. 8vo. rirst edition — London : 1879. 8vo. Dramatic notes an illustrated handbook of the London theatres 1879 By Charles Eyre Pascoe editor of 'The Dra- matic List ' With fifty-one sketches of scenes and characters by T. Walter Wilson London: 1879. 8vo. is. PASQUIN, Anthony p.e., Wiiliams, John]. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 259 PATENTS. A BRIEF examination of the dramatic patents. By Francis Place (q.v.). 1834. PATBRSON, Peter (paeudonym). Behind the scenes : being the confessions of a strolling player. By Peter Paterson. 1858. [See Bertram, J. G.] Glimpses of real life as seen in the theatrical world and in Bohemia : being the confessions of Peter Paterson. 1864. [Ibid.] PATON, Anne (or Susannah) [1802-1864]. A noted vocalist, whose marriage with Lord William Lennox caused great speculation. She afterwards married Wood, a singer. An account of the very extraordinary mysterious proceedings at Covent Garden Theatre, between Lord and Lady W. Lennox, n. p. n. d. (London : about 1825). 8vo. 8 pp. With folding frontispiece. A wretchedly got up pamphlet. The highly interesting life of Lady Wm. Lennox, formerly Miss Anne Paton. From public and private sources. Containing an account of her birth, parentage, and education, her amours with persons both in high and low life, and every fiarticular to the present time. London : n. d. (about 1825). 8vo. pp. 8. With rude portrait. The public and private life of Lady William Lennox, alias Miss Anne Paton, containing the whole of her amours, attach- ments, and amiable faux-pas with persons in high and low life, and an interesting detail of the causes which led to the desertion of her husband. With a beautiful portrait. London : n. d. (about 1825). 8vo. Portrait. 6d. No. I of "Amatory Biography, or Lives of the most seductive char- acters, of both sexes, of the present day." Memoirs of the private and public life of Mr. and^Mrs; Wood. London: 1835. i2mo. A vehement attack on both. PAWLET. Hon. Isabella. The life and memoirs of the late Miss Ann Catley (q.v.) . . . with biographical sketches of Sir F. B. Delaval, and the Hon. Isabella Pawlet, (i 789.) 26o A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF PAYNE, John Howard [1791-1852]- A very noted American actor . j Memoirs of John Howard Payne, the American Eoscius : with criticisms on his acting, in the various theatres of America, Eng- land and Ireland. Compiled from authentic documents. London. 1815. 8vo. Portrait. The opera glass. 1826-27. [See Opera Glass. Said to be the production of J. H. Payne.] PBACHUM, Polly.! Polly Peachum's jests. In which are comprised most of the witty apothegms, diverting tales, and smart repartees that have been used for many years last past, either at St. James's or St. Giles's : suited aliked {sic) to the capacities of the peer, and the porter. 1728. 8vo. [See Fenton, Lavinia.] PBAKE, Eichard Brinsley idied 1847]. For many years treasurer of the Lyceum Theatre under Arnold, He was a successful farce-writer, and a quaintly humorous speaker. Flanch^ writes in high terms regarding him. Memoirs of the Oolman Family (q.v.). By Eichard Brinsley Peake. 1841. PEMBBRTON, Charles Reece [1790-1840]. An actor who was introduced to the London stage through Talfourd's influence. He was not so successful as he hoped, and latterly confined himself rather to reading and lecturing. The life and literary remains of Charles Eeece Pemberton: with remarks on his character and genius, by W. J. Fox. Edited by John Fowler. .... London: 1843. 8vo. Portrait. PENN, John. Letters on the drama. London : 1796. 8vo. By John Penn of Stoke Park, author of a tragedy called " The Battle of Eddington," which was unfavourably received. Mr. Penn defended his tragedy in the following pamphlet : — A REPLY to the strictures of the Monthly Eeviewers, in Feb- ruary, 1797, on the tragedy of The battle of Eddington. By J Penn, Esq. Including both an abstract and supplement of his critical works on the drama, London: 1797. 8vo. is. THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 261 PBROIVAL, John. A PEW observations in defence of the scenic exhibitions at the Royalty Theatre, and on the intolerant censure of the drama in general; contained in the Solemn protest of the Rev. Thomas Thirl wall, in the name of the Society for the suppression of vice. By John Percival, Esq. London : 1*804. 8vo.* PERCY, Bishop. An Essay on the origin of the English stage, particularly on the historical plays of Shakspeare. 1793. 8vo. By Bishop Percy. Extracted from the first volume of " Reliques." PERFORMERS. Candid and impartial strictures on the performers belonging to Drury-Lane, Covent-Garden, and the Haymarket Theatres. Dedicated to that great admirer and patron of the stage, His Grace the Duke of Leeds. London: 1795. 8vo. PETTITT. Henry. One of the most popular dramatists of the day. "A Run of Luck" at Drury Lane. 1886. [See Harris, Augustus.] PHELPS, Samuel [1804-1878]. A great Shakespearean actor, whose managership of Sadler's Wells Theatre was one of the greatest achievements in the service of legitimate acting. Mr. Phelps and the critics of his correspondence with the Stratford Committee. By Charles Lamb Kenney, Esq. London : 1864. 8vo. 6d. Memoirs of Samuel Phelps By John Coleman Author of " Curly : an actor's story " Assisted by Edward Coleman (With portrait) London : 1886. 8vo. Portrait. The life and life-work of Samuel Phelps By his nephew W. May Phelps and John Forbes-Robertson With three portraits and copies of letters from men of eminence and other original documents of interest to play-goers London : 1886. 8vo. Three portraits. PHELPS, W. May. The life and life-work of Samuel Phelps (q.v.). By "W. May Phelps and John Forbes- Robertson. 1886. 262 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF PHILIPS, Ambrose [1671-1749]. A MODEST survey of tliat celebrated tragedy tte Distrest Mother, so often and so highly applauded by the ingenious Spectator. Enter'd according to order. London (Eedmayne) : 1712. 8vo. "The Distressed Mother " was produced at Drury Lane, 17th March 1 7 12. Memoies of Humphrey, Duke of Gloucester ; (as they relate to the story of Mr. Phillips's tragedy of that name ; and proper to be bound up with it.) In which the several characters, repre- sented in that drama, are fully and faithfully drawn. With- an account how far they were instrumental in the ruin and murther of that great good man. London: 1723. 8vo. 6d. This play was produced at Drury Lane, 15th February 1723. PHILLIPS, Charles. A GARLAND for the grave of Richard Brinsley Sheridan (q.v.). By Charles Phillips. 18 16. PHILLIPS, E, The players: a satire. 1733- [Attributed to E. Phillips, See Platers.] PHILLIPS, H. English Opera House. Statement and correspondence between Mr. Balfe and Mr. H. Phillips. 1841. [See Her Majesty's Theatre.] PHILOCTETBS. Philoctetes in Lemnos. A drama, in three acts. To which is prefixed, a green room scene, exhibiting a sketch of the present theatrical taste : inscribed, with due deference, to the managers of Covent-Garden and Drury-Lane Theatres, by their humble servant Oxoniensis. London: 1795. 8vo. 2s. The " green room scene " is satirical onjthe use of animals on the stage, and other follies of public and managerial taste. PHIPPEN, Francis. Authentic memoirs of Edmund Kean (q.v.). By Francis Phippen. 18 14. PHRENOLOGY. Phrenology ; in relation to the novel, the criticism, and the drama. London : n. d. Sm. 8vo. THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 263 PICKERING, Roger, Reflections upon theatrical expression in tragedy. With a proper introduction, and appendix. London: 1755. 8vo. By Roger Pickering (Halhett and Laing). PILON, Frederick [died 1788]. A prolific writer of plays. The drama, a poem. London: 1775. 4*0- Attributed to Pilon. An essay on the character of Hamlet, as performed by Mr. Henderson (q.v.). 1777. PIN-BASKET. The pin basket. To the children of Thespis. A satire. By Anthony Pasquin, A. With notes biographical, critical, and explanatory. Involving (here follows a long list of names). Dedicated to the Countess of Jersey. London: 1796. 4to. pp. 64 including title and half-title. This appears to be an attempt to trade upon the reputation of John Williams's "Children of Thespis," and to anticipate his continuation of that poem. It is certainly not by Williams, whose "Pin Basket" did not appear until 1797. It is probably by the author of "The Cap," who borrowed the signature of Dr. Wolcot (Peter Pindar) for that production. PIOZZI, Hester Lynch. The notorious friend of Dr. Johnson. Of the genuineness of these letters there seems little cause for doubt. Love letters of Mrs. Piozzi, written when she was eighty, to William Augustus Conway. London: 1843. ^^o- PITTARD, Joseph. Observations on Mr. Garrick's acting. By Joseph Pittard. 1758. [See Garrick, David.] PLACE, Francis. A BRIEF examination of the dramatic patents. By Francis .Place. Extracted from "The Monthly Magazine" for March, 1834. London : 1834. 8vo. An attack upon the monopoly of the patent theatres. 264 A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF PLANCHB, James Robinson [1796-1880]. The learned antiquary, and delightful writer of fairy tales and burlesques, who exerted a great influence for good on the theatrical world of his time. He was the adviser of Madame Yestris in many of the improvements she introduced. Costume of Shakespeare's historical tragedy of King John, selected and arranged from the best authorities, expressly for the proprietors of the Theatre Eoyal, Covent Garden; with bio- graphical, critical, and explanatory notices, by J. E. Planch^. The figures designed and executed on stone, by J. K, Meadows. London: 1823. i2mo. Coloured illustrations. This is No. i of a series of most valuable records of the costumes designed by J. R. Planch^ for Covent Garden under Charles Kemble's management. Costume of Shakespeare's historical play of King Henry the Fourth, Parts ist and 2nd, selected and arranged from the best authorities, expressly for the proprietors of the Theatre Eoyal, Covent Garden; with biographical, critical, and explanatory notices, by J. E. Planch^. The figures designed and executed on stone, by G. Scharf. London : 1824. i2mo. With coloured illustrations. Costume of Shakespeare's comedy of As You Like it, selected and arranged from the best authorities, expressly for the pro- prietors of the Theatre Eoyal, Covent Garden ; with biographical, critical, and explanatory notices, by J. E. Planch^. The figures executed on stone, by G. Scharf , London: 1825. i2mo. With coloured illustrations. Costume of Shakespeare's tragedy of Hamlet, selected and arranged from the best authorities, expressly for the proprietors of the Theatre Eoyal, Covent Garden ; with biographical, critical, and explanatory notices, by J. E. Planch6. The figures executed on stone, by G. Scharf. London: 1825. i2mo. With coloured illustrations. Costume of Shakespeare's tragedy of Othello, and comedy of the Merchant of Venice; selected and arranged from the best authorities, expressly for the proprietors of the Theatre Boyal Covent Garden; with biographical, critical, and explanatory notices, by J. E. Planch^, The figures executed on stone, by G, Scharf. London: 1825. i2mo. With coloured illustrations. THEATEICAL LITEEATURE. 265 Twelve designs for the costume of Shakespeare's Bichard the Third, by C. F. Tonkins; after the drawings and with the descriptions of J. R. Planch^, Esq. Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries. London : 1830. 4to. Illuminated frontispiece and coloured plates. The recollections and reflections of J. R. Planchd, (Somerset Herald). A professional autobiography. London: 1872. 2 vols. Svo. Illustrated with facsimiles of sketches by Thackeray, Maclise, &c. Suggestions for establishing an English Art Theatre. By J. R. Planch6, Somerset Herald. London: 1879. Svo. PLAYS. Some considerations about the danger of going to plays. In a letter to a friend. London (Wotton): 1704. Svo. 3d. Critical remarks on the four taking plays of this season j viz. Sir Walter Raleigh, The Masquerade, Chit-chat, and Busiris King of Egypt. Dedicated to the Wits at Button's Coffee-house. By Corinna, a country parson's wife. The second edition. Lon- don (Bettenham) : 17 19. Svo. Very scarce. An essay on plays and masquerades. By the author of the Occasional paper. The third edition. London: 1724. Svo. A prelttde to the plays, or a few serious questions proposed to those that frequent the playhouse. London : 1729. Svo.* An address to the ladies on the indecency of appearing at immodest plays, London: 1756. Svo. 6d. An answer to that important question. Whether it is lawf ull for the professors of the Christian religion to go to plays ? Lon- don : 1757, Svo.* A DiscorrESE concerning plays and players, occasioned by a very late and very extraordinary sermon. 1759. Svo.* A DiCTiONAKT of old English plays. By James 0. Halliwell (q.v.). i860. The bill of the play. Edited by J. Higden Thornell (q.v.). 266 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The Players tum'd Academicks : or, a description (in merry- metre) of their translation from the theatre in Little Lincolns- Inn-Fields, to the Tennis-Oourt in Oxford. With a preface relating to the proceedings of the University the last act: as also the Wadhamite Prologue that was spoken there, with a prologue and epilogue, by way of answer to it, at the Theatre Eoyal. London: 1703. 4to. Banter of a visit of Betterton and his companions to Oxford. The prologue quoted was spoken by Betterton- on 5th July 1703, and the answer was spoken by Mills at Drury Lane on the l6th and 23rd Jujy. The players: a satire. London (Mears) : 1733. 8vo. 23 leaves including title, in eights : A to 7. Attributed to E. Phillips. Very scarce. A LETTER to a Member of Parliament, on the impropriety of classing Players with Rogues and Vagabonds in the Vagrant Act. By the author of " The Vagrant Act in relation to the liberty of the subject." London: 1824. Svo. PLAYGOER. The play-goer. 1850. [See Glasgow.] PLAYHOUSES. Ad order of the Parliament for suppressing of publique play- houses, dancing on the ropes, and bear-baitings. 1647. 4*o-* A HUMBLE application to the Queen and Parliament to suppress play-houses and bear-baitings. By John Feild (q.v.). 1703. The play-house scuffle. 17 10. [See Drurt Lane Theatee.] A seasonable examination of the pleas and pretensions of the proprietors of, and subscribers to, play-houses, erected in defiance of the Royal Licence. With some brief observations on the printed Case of the players belonging to Drury-Lane and Oovent- Garden Theatres. London (T. Cooper). 1735. 8vo. For the Case of the players see the London Magaiine for April 1735. A SERIOUS address to the frequenters of play-houses. London : 1746. izmo.* An address to persons of fashion relating to balls ; and hints concerning play-houses. London: 1761. 8vo.* THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 267 The Playhouse Pocket-Oompanion, or Theatrical Vade-mecum : containing, I. A catalogue of all the dramatic authors who have wiitten for the English stage, with a list of their works, shewing the dates of representation or publication. II. A catalogue of anonymous pieces. III. An index of plays and authors. In a method entirely new, whereby the author of any dramatic per- formance, and the time of its appearance, may be readily dis- covered on inspection. To which is prefixed, a critical history of the English stage from its origin to the present time ; with an enquiry into the causes of the decline of dramatic poetry in England. London: 1779. i2mo. Crosby's pocket companion to the playhouses. Being the lives of all the principal London performers. To be re-printed at the commencement of each winter season, with the addition of those new performers, who may hereafter be engaged in the Theatres of Drury-Lane, Covent-Garden, and the Haymarket. To which are subjoined, Particulars of the life of Mr. Dibdin. 1796. [See Crosby, B.] PLUMPTRE, Rev. James. A Bomewhat eccentric clerical defender of the stage. One of hia eccentricities was an essay to prove that "Hamlet" was written as a censure on Mary Queen of Scots ! Four discourses on subjects relating to the amusement of the Stage : preached at Great St. Mary's Church, Cambridge, on Sunday September 25, and Sunday October 2, 1808 ; with copious supplementary notes. By James Plumptre, B.D. Fellow of Clare Hall. Cambridge: 1809. 8vo. 7s. An inquiry into the lawfulness of the stage. Taken princi- pally from four discourses on subjects relating to the amusement of the stage, preached at Great St. Mary's Church, Cambridge, on Sunday September 25, and Sunday October 2, 1808 ; and from the preface to The English drama purified : published in 18 12. By James Plumptre, B.D. Cambridge: 181 2. i2mo. 6d. A LETTER to the author of a tract entitled The Stage : three dialogues between Mr. Clement and Mr. Mortimer. Published by the Religious Tract Society. By James Plumptre, B.D. Cambridge: 1819. i2mo. 46.. A LETTER to the Most Noble the Marquis of Hertford, Lord Chamberlain of His Majesty's Household, and Master of the Eevels, on the subject of a dramatic institution. By James Plumptre, B.D. Cambridge: 1820. 8vo. is. 268 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF POLLOCK, Sir Frederick, Bart. Macreaby's reminiscences, and selections from his diaries and letters. Edited by Sir Frederick Pollock, Bart. 1875. [See Macreadt, William Charles.] POLLOCK, Lady. Amateur theatricals. By Walter Herries Pollock (q.v.) and Lady Pollock. 1879. Macreadt as I knew him. By Lady Pollock. 1884. [See Macreadt, William Charles.] POLLOCK, Walter Herries. Son of the biographei of Macready, a distinguished journalist. He is editor of the Saturday Review. Amateur theatricals. By Walter Herries Pollock and Lady Pollock. London : 1879. 8vo. With illustrations. The Paradox of acting Translated with annotations from Diderot's ' Paradoxe sur le ComMien ' By Walter Herries Pollock With a preface by Henry Irving. London: 1883. 8vo. POOLE, John [1785-1872]. The author of "Paul Pry." The preface to the following piece is an attack on Elliston. Grenest says, " Poole, in his preface, gives a minute detail of an uninteresting difference between himself and !Elliston about this piece." Married and single. A comedy. In three acts. First per- formed at the Theatre-Royal, Haymarket, on Friday, July i6th, 1824. To which is prefixed, an exposure of a recent little pro- ceeding of the Great Director of the Theatre Royal, at the corner of Brydges Street. By John Poole, Esq. . . . London : 1824. 8vo. 3s. POPE, Alexander [1762-1835]. Actor. I"or several years he was leading tragedian of Covent Garden. His first appearance was on 8th January 1785. He retired in 1827. A STATEMENT of the differences subsisting between the pro- prietors and performers. 1800. [See Covent Garden Theatre.] POPE, Alexander (the Poet). The narrative of Dr. Robert Norris, concerning the strange and deplorable frenzy of Mr. John Denn . . . 1713- pee Dennis, John.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 269 A COMPLEAT key to the Non-juror. By Mr. Joseph Gay. 1 7 18. [Attributed to Pope. See Oibbee, OoUey.] An answer to Mr. Pope's preface to Shakespear. Being a vindication of the old actors who were the publishers and per- formers of that author's plays. 1729. [See Egberts, John.] A LETTER from Mr. Gibber, to Mr. Pope, inquiring into the motives that might induce him in his satyrical works, to be so frequently fond of Mr. Gibber's name. 1742. [See Gibber, Colley.] In his "Apology" Gibber had bantered Pope rather happily. In revenge Pope gave him special prominence in the fourth book of the "Dunciad." To this attack Gibber replied in this pamphlet, which galled Pope so much that in the next edition of the " Dunciad " he dethroned Theobald, and exalted Gibber to the throne of Dulness. A LETTER to Mr. G — b — r, on his letter to Mr. P 1742. [Ibid.] Abusive of Pope. Difference between verbal and practical virtue. With a prefatory epistle from Mr. C...b...r to Mr. P. 1742. [Ibid.] A rhymed attack on Pope. A BLAST upon Bays ; or, a new lick at the Laureat. Contain- ing, remarks upon a late tatling performance, entitled, A letter from Mr. Gibber to Mr. Pope, &c. 1 742. [Ibid.] A bitter attack on Gibber, Sawney and Colley, a poetical dialogue : occasioned by a late letter from the Laureat of St. James's, to the Homer of Twicken- ham. Something in the manner of Dr. Swift. (1742.) [Ibid.] A coarse and ferocious attack on Pope in rhyme. Another occasional letter from Mr. Gibber to Mr. Pope. Wherein the new hero's preferment to his throne, in the Dunciad, seems not to be accepted. And the author of that poem his more rightful claim to it, is asserted. By Mr. Colley Gibber. 1744. [Ibid.] A NEW book of the Dunciad occasion'd by Mr. Warburton's new edition. 1750. [See Warburton, William.] POEBB, Charles. A LETTER to Father Por^e, and a preface prefixed to the tragedy of (Edipus. London : n. d. 8vo.* 270 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF An oration, in which an enquiry is made whether the stage is, or can be made a school for forming the mind to virtue. By Charles Por^e. Translated by J. Lockman (q.v.). 1734, PORTER, Miss. A DEFENCE of the profession of an actor. London : 1800. 8vo. By Miss Porter. Dedicated to Mrs. Siddons. POTTER, John, M.B. The theatrical review. 1772. (Attributed to John Potter.) POTTINGBR, Israel. The methodist, a comedy : being a continuation and completion of the plan of the Minor, written by Mr. Foote (q.v.). 1761. Attributed to Pottinger. POWELL, William [1735-1769]- A young actor whom Garrick brought forward, and trained to act as his substitute during his Continental tour. In 1767 he became one of the proprietors of Covent Garden. Foe pamphlets relating to the quarrels between him and his partners, see Covent Garden Theatre (1768). POWER, Richard. The private theatre of Kilkenny (q.v.). 1825. (By Richard Power.) POWER, Tyrone [1793-1841]- One of the most popular of Irish comedians. He was drowned in the President. Impeessions of America, during the years 1833, 1834, and 1835. By Tyrone Power, Esq. London: 1836. 2 vols. 8vo. Frontispieces. PRATT, S. J. Gareick's looking-glass; or, the art of rising on the stage. 1776. Attributed to Pratt (Courtney Melmoth). See Gaeeiok, David. Shadows of Shakespeare, a monody, occasioned by the death of Mr. Garrick. By C. Melmoth. 1799. [Ibid.] THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 271 PRICE, Morton [1824-1876]. A THEATRICAL trip for a wager ! through Canada and the United States. By Captain Horton Ehys, ("Morton Price.") London: 1861. 8vo. With portrait and plates. IB. 6d. An entertaining account of a, trip made by the author, an amateur actor, in consequence of a bet that he could not, as an actor, earn ;£'500 a year. He won his bet. Price became lessee of Sadler's Wells on Phelps' retirement from it in 1862. PRINCESS'S THEATRE. [See Kean, Charles.] The Princess's was opened in 1840 with promenade concerts, but it was not till December 1842 that dramatic performances were given in it, J. M. Maddox being lessee. In 1850 Charle Kean and Keeley took the theatre. Keeley retired in 1 851, and Charles Kean's tenancy ended in 1859. PRIOR, Sir James. Life of Edmond Malone (q.v.). By Sir James Prior, i860. PRITCHARD, Hannah [1711-1768]. A great actress, eminent both in comedy and tragedy. OS the stage she was a very commonplace person, but on it she seemed inspired with . brilliancy and grace. She was especially excellent in her delivery of dialogue. First appearance, Haymarket, 26th September 1 733 ; last appearance, Drury Lane, 24th April 1768. A LETTER of compliment to the ingenious author of a treatise on the passions . . . With a few hints on .... Mrs. P d. 1747. [See FooTE, Samuel.] PROCTER, Bryan Waller [Baert Cornwall]. The life of Edmund Kean (q.v.). 1835. (By B. W. Procter.) PROMPTER. The prompter, a theatrical paper. 1 7 34. [See Hill, Aaron.] The prompter, a theatrical paper. London: 1789. Folio.* Nineteen numbers ; all published. The prompter, or theatrical review. London : 1824. 8vo.* PRTNNE, William [1600-1669]. The stout Puritan opponent of the stage, who was so shamefully treated by the Government. For his " Histrio-Mastix " he was tried in the Star Chamber, 7th February 1633, and condemned to have his book burnt by the common hangman, to stand twice in the pillory, and lose both his ears ; to be put from the bar, and degraded in the university ; to pay ;^S0oo, and to suffer perpetual imprisonment. 872 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF HiSTBio-MASTix. The players scovrge, or, actors tragaedie, divided into two parts. "Wherein it is largely evidenced, by divers arguments, by the concurring authorities and resolutions of sundry texts of Scripture ; of the whole primitive Church, both under the law and gospell ; of 55 synodes and councels; of "71 Fathers and Christian writers, before the yeare of our Lord 1200; of above 150 foraigne and domestique Protestant and Popish authors, since; of 40 Heathen philosophers, historians, poets; of many Heathen, many Christian nations, republiques, emperors, princes, magistrates ; of sundry apostolicall, canonicall, imperiall constitutions ; and of our owne English statutes, magistrates, vniversities, writers, preachers. That popular stage-playes (the very pompes of the divell which we renounce in baptisme, if we beleeve the Fathers) are sinfuU, heathenish, lewde, ungodly spectacles, and most pernicious corruptions; condemned in all ages, as intolerable mischiefes to churches, to republickes, to the manners, mindes, and soules of men. And that the profession of play-poets, of stage players ; together with the penning, acting, and frequenting of stage-playes, are unlawfuU, infamous and misbeseeming Christians. AU pretences to the contrary are here likewise fully answered ; and the unlawf ulnes of acting, of be- holding academicall enterludes, briefly discussed ; besides sundry other particulars concerning dancing, dicing, health-drinking, &c. of which the table will informe you. By William Prynne, an Vtter-barrester of Lincolnes Inne. . . . London, Printed by E. A. and W. I. for Michael Sparke', and are to be sold at the Blue Bible, in Greene Arbour, in Little Old Bayly. 1633. 4to. Theatrum redivivum, or the theatre vindicated by Sir Eichard Baker (q-v.) in answer to Mr. Pryn's Histrio-mastix : wherein his groundless assertions against stage-plays are discovered, his misstaken allegations of the Fathers manifested, as also what he calls his Keasons, to be nothing but his Passions. 1662, Theatrum triumphans or a discourse of plays. Shewing the lawfulness and excellent use of drammatique poesy, and vindi- cateing the stage from all those groundless calumnies and mis- representations, wherewith it is aspersed. Wherein all scruples are removed, and the vain objections of Histrio-mastix and others fully answered and confuted, their mistaken*allegations THEATRICAL LITEEATURE. 273 of Scripture and Fathers discovered, and their pretended Reasons manifested to be nothing but their Passions. Written by the learned Sir Richard Baker, Kt. (q.v.), 1670. A reprint of the former. Mb. William Prynn his defence of stage-plays, or a retracta- tion of a former book of his called Histrio-mastix. London, printed in the year 1649. 4to. pp. 8 including title. This was a forgery, A reprint of it was issued privately in 1822. An enquiry into the genuiaeness of Prynne's Defence of Stage plays. By Edward Wedlake Beayley (q.v.). London: 1825. PULHAM, James, The British stage, and literary cabinet. By J. Broughton and J, Piilham. 181 7. [See Stage.] PUNCH. A WORD with Punch by Alfred Bunn (q.v.). 1847. PURDON, Edward, A LETTER to David Garrick (q.v.) on opening the theatre. [ByEdward Purdon,] 1759, PURVIS, BUly. A very noted North Country clown and humourist, of whom old Newcastle men still speak with delight. The life and adventures of the far-famed Billy Purvis. By J. P, Robson. Newcastle: 1849.* The life and adventures of Billy Purvis. Newcastle: 1875. Svo. IS. PYB, Henry James. The Rosciad of Oovent Garden, a poem. London : 1762. 4to.* I do not know whether this bears Pye's name or not ; but it is attri- buted to him. He must have been very young when he wrote it. QUEEN'S THEATRE, EDINBURGH. See Edinburgh, 1854 to 1857. QUIN, James [1693-1766]. The great support of the Old School against Garrick, who, however, conquered. Quin was a great actor in many parts, and as a man was noted for his benevolence and for his wit. Krst appearance, Drury Lane, 4th February 1713 ; retired in 1751 ; last appearance, 19th March 1753. 274 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A CLEAR stage, and no favour : or, Tragedy and Comedy at ■war. (About) 1746. [Refers to the rivalry between Garrick and Quin. See Gaerick, David.] A TREATISE on the passions with a critical enquiry into the theatrical merit of Mr. G k, Mr. Q — n, and Mr. B y. 1747. [See Foote, Samuel.] A LETTER of compliment to the ingenious author of a treatise on the passions. 1 747. [Ibid.] The life of Mr. James Quin, comedian. "With the history of the stage from his commencing actor to his retreat to Bath. Illustrated with many curious and interesting anecdotes of several persons of distinction, literature, and gallantry. To which is added, a genuine and authentic copy of his last will and testa- ment. Dedicated to David Garrick, Esq. London: 1766. i2mo. pp. 116, and one leaf of Dedication. With portrait. An inaccurate and stupid compilation. Now scarce. Lacy, 7s. 6d, ; Herman, 31s. The interview j or Jack FalstafE's ghost. Inscribed to David Garrick (q.v.). 1766. [Visit of the Ghost of Quin to Garrick.] RAINOLDBS, Dr. John. Th' OVERTHROW of stage-playcs, by the way of controversie betwixt D. Gager and D. Eainoldes, wherein all the reasons that can be made for them are notably refuted ; th' objections aunswered, and the case so cleared and resolved, as that the iudgement of any man, that is not froward and perverse, may easelie be satisfied. Wherein is manifestly proved, that it is not onely vnlawfuU to bee an actor, but a beholder of those vanities. Wherevnto are added also and annexed in th' end certeine latine letters betwixt the sayed Maister Bainoldes, and D. Gentiles, Reader of the Civill Law in Oxford, concerning the same matter. 1599. [See Gager, Dr. William.] ];, p n .-^ RALPH, James [died 1762]. ' This great party-writer was a disappointed dramatic author; his comedy, " The Astrologer," played at Drury Lane in 1744, having been a failure. For some reason, he conceived a dislike to Garrick, and, m his " Case of Authors by Profession," made an acrimonious attack m him and the stage, for which the great actor never forgave him, In Davies' "Life of Garrick," chapter xxi., a full account of Ealphs con- neotion with Garrick will be found. The case of our present theatrical disputes, fairly stated. 1 743- {Attributed to Ralph. See Drury Lane Theatre.] THEATEICAL LITEEATTJEE. 275 The case of authors by profession or trade, stated. With regard to booksellers, the stage, and the pubUe. No matter by whom. London: 1758. 8vo. 2s. 6d. EAMSAY, Allan [1686-1738]. Some few hints, in defence of dramatical entertainments. 24 pages i2mo, with no title-page, in reply to Law's "Absolute ITnlaw- fulness of the Stage Entertaimuent.'' Date, about 1726. EAMSAY, Allan, the Younger. .... A LETTER from a gentleman in Edinburgh to his friend in the country: occasioned by the late theatrical disturbances. 1766. Attributed to Allan Hatnsay. As the father died in 1758, it must be Allan Bamsay, the artist, who is meant. See EniNBCBOH. EANKINS, Wmiam. A MiEEOvR of Monsters : -wherein is plainely described the manifold vices, & spotted enormities, that are caused by the infectious sight of Playes, with the description of the subtile slights of Sathan, making them his instruments. Compiled by Wil. Eankins. Magna spes est inferni. Seene and allowed. At London printed by J. 0. for T. H. in Anno. Do. 1587. 4to. Title I leaf : Mirror 24 leaves : B i to G iiii. Black Letter. Medallion on title. EAYMOND, George, Memoies of Robert William Elliston (q.v.), comedian. By George Eaymond. 1844. Concluding series, 1845. The Life and enterprises of Kobert William Elliston (q.v.). 1857. (A reprint of above.) READ, Mr. The history of the Eoyal Circus, introductory to the Case of Mr. Read, late stage manager of that theatre, in a letter to a friend. London: 1791. 8vo. zs.* RBADE, Charles. The novelist, whose labours towards the improvement of the law of copjright were not crowned by the success they deserved. The following work contains a full statement of his views and actions on the subject. The eighth commandment. By Charles Eeade London: i860. 8vo. Lacy, 5s. 6d, 2 76 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF REDE, Leman Thomas [1802-1847]. The road to the stage ; or, the performer's preceptor. Con- taining clear and ample instructions for obtaining theatrical siig^'gements ; with a list of all the provincial theatres, the names of the managers, and all particulars as to their circuits, salaries, &c. With a description of the things necessary on an outset in the profession, where to obtain them, and a complete explanation of all the technicalities of the histrionic art ! By Leman Thomas Kede London: 1827. i2mo. REED, . Reed Was a celebrated performer at the Blackfriars Theatre. Mr. Hiudley quotes from " The Careless Shepherdess " the following lines regarding Keed : — ' ' There is ne'er a part About him but breaks jests. I never saw Keade peeping through the curtain, But ravishing joy entered the heart." The stage players complaint. In a pleasant dialogue betweene Cane of the Fortune and Eeed of the Friers. 1641. [See Stage Platee.] REED, Isaac. _A most learned antiquary and authority upon all matters connected with the stage. Hie ooUection of books, which was sold in 1807, was one of the most valuable theatrical libraries ever brought together. ; BiOGEAPHiA dramatica. Editions of 1782 and 18 12. [See Bakeh, David Erskine.] REED, Joseph [1723-1787]. , A very pugnacious dramatist. Madeigal and TruUetta. A mock tragedy. Acted (under the direction of Mr. Cibber) at the Theatre-Eoyal in Covent-Garden. With notes by the Author, and Dr. Humbug, Critict and Censor- General. By J. Eeed. London; 1758. 8vo. is. 6d. A SOP in the pan for a physical critick : in a letter to Dr. Sm * U * t, occasion'd by a criticism on a late mock-tragedy, call'd Madrigal and TruUetta. By a halter-maker. London: 1759. 8vo. A furious attack on Smollett, in whose Critical Review an unfavour- able criticism on Reed's mock-tragedy had appeared. Reed was a rope- maker by occupation, hence his assumed title of " a halter-maker." Genius, a poetical epistle to the author of Dido. London: 1767. 8vo.* THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 277 The retort courteous ; or, a candid appeal to the public, on the conduct of Thomas Linley, Esq. manager of Drury Lane Theatre, to the author of Dido, containing original letters, and just remarks on the manager's arbitrary and indefensible rejection of that tragedy. London: 1787. 8vo.* REEVE, John [1799-1838]. A comedian of marked ability, whose irregular conduct; ruined hia career. Life of Mr, John Reeve, with original anecdotes, and portrait by Wageman. By Douglas Banister, Esq. London : n. d. (1838). 8to. Portrait. Lacy, 163. REIVES, Blanche. Is Burlesque Art ? A paper read at the monthly meeting of the Church and Stage Guild, on Thursday, October 7th, 1880. By Blanche Reives. London : n. d. (1880). 8vo. 2d. RBNNBL, Gabriel. Teagi-Comical reflections, of a moral and political tendency, occasioned by the present State of the two Bival-Theatres in Drury-Lane and Lincolns-Inn-Fields. By Gabriel Rennel, Esq; London: n. d. (1725). 8vo. 6d. Strong against raree-shows, pantomimes, and all irregular forms of dramatic production. REYNOLDS, Arthur. On acting and kindred subjects, considered in relation to genius and talent. Also, on theories of Chemistry. London : n. d. (1865). 8vo. pp. 32. IS. By Arthur Reynolds, B.So. The preface consists of the following sentences : — " Various circumstances have induced me to have this printed. It has been written and printed very hurriedly. I throw myself on the indulgence of the reader. A. R." I am not sure that I have ever seen a more eccentric preface. REYNOLDS, Frederick [1764-1841]. A popular and prolific dramatist. The life and times of Frederick Reynolds. Written by him- self. London: 1826. 2 vols. 8vo. Portrait. Second edition — London: 1827. 2 vols, 8vo. Portrait. REYNOLDS, Dr. John. [See Rainoldes, Dr. John.] 28o A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF RIDER, WiUiam. A COMMENT on Boadioia, with remarks on Mills's letter. To which is added, a prologue, to be spoke at its revival. By W, Eider, A.B. Late Scholar of Jesus CoUege, Ozon. London: 1754. 8vo. 6d. Very faYOurable. See also Glovek, Richard. RIMBAULT, Edward P. Who was " Jack Wilson," the singer of Shakespeare's stage! By Edward P. Eimbault. 1846. [See Wilson, John.] ROACH, J. (BookseUer). Eoach's Authentic memoirs of the green room, containing the lives of all the performers of the Theatres Eoyal. Drury Lane Covent Garden and the Haymarket, with poetic criticisms to each and characters of the patentees, the whole being entirely new. London: 1796. i2mo. With frontispiece containing 'portraits of the performers in character and vignette on title. Roach's new and complete history of the stage, from its origin to its present state, including, all the entertaining anecdotes, of London, Dublin, and Edinburgh. &c. Recorded by our most eminent historians. Viz. Strutt Carew Stow Dodsley Gibber Baker Langborow Malone Gildon Stevens Ghetwood Victor Oulton &o. Intended as a companion to Eoacli's authentic memoirs of the greenroom. London: 1796 (May 16). i2mo. With frontis- piece, and vignette on title-page. Authentic memoirs of the green-room, (for 1799.) Contain- ing the lives of aU the performers of the Theatres-Eoyal, Drury- Lane, Govent-Garden and the Hay-Market. London; n, d. (1799). i2mo. IS. ' One of Roach's publications. The Monthly Mirror for March 1799 says: "These authentio memoirs want but one thing to entitle them to that epithet, and that is, to use the words of Father Philip, in the Castle Spectre ; ' they are not true.' They are manufactured by » needy and malignant scribbler, of the name of Oulton." THEATRICAL LITER ATUEE. 281 Authentic memoirs of the green room (for 1800) containing particulars of aU the performers of the Theatres Royal, Drury Lane, Covent Garden, and the Hay market. To which are how first added, absentees and provincial performers. London : 1800. i2mo. IS.* Authentic memoirs of the green-room (for 1803) involving sketches, biographical, critical, and characteristic of the per- formers of the Theatres Eoyal, Drury Lane, Covent Garden, and the Hay market. London: 1803. izmo. is. 6d.* Authentic memoirs of the green room for 1804, involving sketches, biographical, critical, and characteristic, of the per- formers of the Theatres Royal Drury Lane, Covent Garden, and the Hay market. London : 1804. i2mo. is. 6d.* BOBBINS, Miss. Miscellanies in prose and verse, with private memoirs of Miss E ns. By M. Dawe (q.v.). 1776. ROBE, Miss J. Abstract of the lives of Btiocles and Polynices, necessary to be read by the spectators of the Fatal Legacy. London: 1723. 8vo.* "The Fatal Legacy" was produced at Lincoln's Inn Tields on 23d April 1723. ROBERTS, John. An answer to Mr. Pope's preface to Shakespear. In a letter to a friend. Being a vindication of the old actors who were the publishers and performers of that author's plays. Whereby the errors of their edition are further accounted for, and some memoirs of Shakespear and stage-history of his time are inserted, which were never before collected and publish'd. By a Stroling Player. London: 1729. 8vo. pp. 48 including title. By John Roberta. Very scarce. Daniel's copy sold for 32s. ROBERTS, Rev. R. B. Sermons on theatrical amusements. By the late Rev. Thomas Best (q.v.). Edited by the Rev. R. B. Roberts. 1865. ROBERTSON, Thomas. An appeal to the City of Lincoln in refutation of the charges brought against the theatre. By Thomas Robertson. Lincoln : 1809. 8vo.* 28o A BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF RIDER, William. A COMMENT on Boadicia, witli remarks on Mills's letter. To whicli is added, a prologue, to be spoke at its revival. By W. Eider, A.B. Late Scholar of Jesus College, Oxon. London: 1754. 8vo. 6d. Very favourable. See also Glovbb, Eiohard. RIMBAULT, Edward F. Who was " Jack Wilson," the singer of Shakespeare's stage! By Edward F. Eimbault. 1846. [See Wilson, John.] ROACH, J. (BookseUer). Eoach's Authentic memoirs of the green room, containing the lives of all the performers of the Theatres Eoyal. Drury Lane Oovent Garden and the Haymarket, with poetic criticisms to each and characters of the patentees, the whole being entirely new. London: 1796. i2mo. With frontispiece containing "portraits of the performers in character and vignette on title. Eoach's new and complete history of the stage, from its origin to its present state, including, all the entertaining anecdotes, of London, Dublin, and Edinburgh. &c. Recorded by our most eminent historians. Viz. Strutt Carew Stow Dodsley Cibber Baker Langborow Malone Gildon Stevens Chetwood Victor Oulton &c. Intended as a companion to Eoact's authentic memoirs of the greenroom. London; 1796 (May 16). i2mo. With frontis- piece, and vignette on title-page. Authentic memoirs of the green-room, (for 1799.) Contain- ing the lives of all the performers of the Theatres-Epyal, Drury- Lane, Oovent- Garden and the Hay-Market. London : n. d. (1799). i2mo. IS. One of Roach's publications. The Monthly Mirror for March 1799 says : " These avithentie memoirs want but one thing to entitle them to that epithet, and that is, to use the words of Father Philip, in the Castle Spectre ; ' they are not true.' They are manufactured by a needy and malignant scribbler, of the name of Pulton." THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 281 Authentic memoirs of the green room (for 1800) containing particulars of all the performers of the Theatres Royal, Drury Lane, Covent Garden, and the Hay market. To which are how first added, absentees and provincial performers. London : 1800. i2mo. IS.* Authentic memoirs of the green-room (for 1803) involving sketches, biographical, critical, and characteristic of the per- formers of the Theatres Royal. Drury Lane, Oovent Garden, and the Hay market. London: 1803. i2mo. is. 6d.* . Authentic memoirs of the green room for 1804, involving sketches, biographical, critical, and characteristic, of the per- formers of the Theatres Royal Drury Lane, Oovent Garden, and the Hay market. London: 1804. izmo. is. 6d.* BOBBINS, Miss. Miscellanies in prose and verse, with private memoirs of Miss R ns. By M. Dawe (q.v.). 1776. ROBE, Miss J. Abstract of the lives of Etiocles and Polynices, necessary to be read by the spectators of the Fatal Legacy. London: 1723. 8vo.* "The Fatal Legacy" was produced at Lincoln's Inn Fields on 23d April 1723. ROBERTS, John. An answer to Mr. Pope's preface to Shakespear. In a letter to a friend. Being a vindication of the old actors who were the publishers and performers of that author's plays. Whereby the errors of their edition are further accounted for, and some memoirs of Shakespear and stage-history of his time are inserted, which were never before collected and publish'd. By a Stroling Player, London: 1729. 8vo. pp. 48 including title. By John Roberts. Very scarce. Daniel's copy sold for 32s. ROBERTS, Rev. R. B. Sermons on theatrical amusements. By the late Rev. Thomas Best (q.v.). Edited by the Rev. R. E. Roberts. 1865. ROBERTSON, Thomas, An appeal to the City of Lincoln in refutation of the charges brought against the theatre. By Thomas Robertson. Lincoln : 1809. 8vo.* 282 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF EOBINSON, Mary ("Perdita"). [Died iSooJ. An actress who is notorious as the mistress of George IV., the of Wales. She first attracted his attention on 3d December 17; acting Perdita in the "Winter's Tale." She left the stage at th the season, but the Prince separated from her in 1781. In his I called himself " Florizel." Poetical epistle from Florizel to Perdita : with B answer. And a preliminary discourse upon the educa princes. London: 1781. 4to. Frontispiece. The second edition — London : 1781. 4to. A very coarse pro( Lettees from Perdita to a certain Israelite, and his an! them. London: 1781. 4to. A furious attack upon Mrs. Hobinson, who, with her husl represented as systematically swindling. The letters are deolari genuine letters between Mrs. R. and a Jewish admirer, with w had an amour. They are rather nasty productions. Memoies of the late Mrs. Eobinson, written by herself, some posthumous pieces. London: 1801. 4 vols. i2mo. trait. Herman, 1 8s. Memoies of the late Mrs. Robinson, written by 1 London: 1803. 2 vols. i2mo. Portrait. The same life as in the 4 vol. edition, but without the pos( pieces. Tributary verses to Mrs. Robinson are snbjoined. The 1 ■were reprinted in i2nio. London : 1826. The Mistress of Royalty ; or, the Loves of Florizel and P portrayed in the amatory epistles, between an illustrious j age, and a distinguished female : with an interesting skc Florizel and Perdita, including other characters. London : EOBSON, Frederick [1821-1864]. One of the most remarkable actors of the century. His wc combination of tragic and comic force has never been equalled sketch of him is extremely scarce. Robson: a sketch. By George Augustus Sala. London: i2mo. 64 pp. 6d. ROBSON, J. P. The life and adventures of the far famed Billy Puevis By J. P. Robson. 1849. THEATRICAL LITERATURE. 283 EOBSON, Wmiam [1785-1863]. A well-known writer under the name of " The Old Play-Goer." The old play-goer. By William Robson. London : 1846. Bvo. Published at 5s., reissued in 1875 at la. Another edition — London : 1854. lamo. RODWELL, G-. Herbert. A LETTER to the musicians of Great Britain; containing a prospectus of proposed plans for the better encouragement of native musical talent, and for the erection and management of a grand national opera in London. By G. Herbert Rodwell. London: 1833. 8vo. is. ROEKB, J. O. AffNALS of the Theatre Royal Dublin. By R. M. Levey and J. 0. Rorke. 1880. [See Dublin.] ROSALIND. Rosalind : or, an apology for the history of a theatrical lady. 1759. [See Crawfoed, Ann.] ROSCIAD. The Rosoiad. A poem. London (Robinson): 1750. 4to. Title I leaf : pp. 24. Principally a critical estimate of Quin, Garrick, and Barry. Quin and Garrick are praised tolerably equally : Barry not so favourably. This is very scarce. I have seen only one copy. The Rosciad. By O^^^ukchill (q. v.). 1 7 6 1 . An epistle to the author of the Rosciad and the Apology. 1 7 6 1 , [See Chuechill, Charles.] The Anti- Rosoiad. 1761. [Ibid.] The Rosciad of Covent-Garden. By H. J. Pye (q.v.). 1762. The Smithfield Rosciad. 1763. [See Smithfibld.] The Hibernian Rosciad. 1765. [See Hibeenian.]] The rational Rosciad. London : 1767.' 4to.* A NEW Rosciad. 1770. [See Edinbuegh.] A letter to the author of a new Rosciad. 1770. [Ibid.] The Edinburgh Rosciad, for 1775. [Ibid.] 284 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF A PAR'ODT on tke Eosciad of Churchill (q.v.). 1780. The new Eosciad. 1785. [See Leigh, J. H.] The Eosciad, a poem. 1802. [See Butler, George.] The Edinburgh Eosciad; for. the summer season, 1834. Edinburgh.] MuNDUS dramatious (the new Eosciad). A satire, I 1852. i2mo. IS. ROSCIUS. Eosoius Anglicanus, or an historical review of the stage it had been suppres'd by means of the late unhappy Civ; begun in 1641, till the time of King Charles the II. 's Eest in May 1660. Giving an account of its rise again; of tl and places the govemours of both the companies first their theatres. The names of the principal actors and ac who perform'd in the chiefest plays in each house. W: names of the most taking plays ; and modern poets. I space, of 46 years, and during the reign of three kings, ar of our present Sovereign Lady Queen Anne, from 1660 t( 1708. [See DowwES, John.] The school of Eosoius, or theatrical orator. Contai select collection of all the modem prologues & epilogues, at the Theatre's Eoyal &c. with a preface on oratory and London: 1792. With frontispiece and vignette, is. The Infant Eoscius. [See "W. H. W. Betty.] The Young Eoscius. [Ibid.] The Eoscius, consisting of original memoirs of the pi actors and actresses ; strictures on the drama, and its int original essays, green-room gossips, anecdotes, ifec. .)' THEATEICAL LITEEATUEE. 337 HE theatrical guardian. Saturday 19th of March, 1791. III. (To be continued weekly.) London. 4to, 6d. I believe that there were six numbers, but this is the only one I have seen. Said to be by James Fennell. L NEW theatrical dictionary. Containing an account of all the natic pieces that have appeared from the commencement of itrical exhibitions to the present time. Together with their !s when written or printed, where acted, and occasional remarks iheir merits and success. To which is added. An alphabetical logue of dramatic writers, with the titles of all the pieces ^ have written, annexed to each name. And also a short tch of the rise and progress of the English stage. London : 2. i2mo. 'ouK theatrical addresses : upon the Providential preservation lis Majesty's life, at Drury-Lane Theatre. Upon the prelimi- ies of Peace. Upon the opening of the new theatre at War- k. And a farewell epilogue. Alcester and London : n. d. )ut 1802). 8vo. Very scarce. 'he theatrical repertory. Containing criticisms on the per- aances which were represented at Drury-Lane and Covent- den Theatres, during the season 180 1-2. With occasional srvations on other places of public entertainment. London : L (1802). 8vo. 6s. Published at first weekly as " The Theatrical Repertory ; or. Weekly Rosoiad." It reached 28 numbers, the last four being published at irregular intervals, and the second title, " Weekly Bosoiad," being dropped. Lacy, Ss. HE Theatrical Inquisitor; or, an enquiry into what two thy managers have promised, and what performed. Dedi- d to the said managers ; .... 1804. [See Manchester.] HE theatrical review. London: 1807. 8vo.* I believe there were only three numbers published. HE theatrical speaker, or an elucidation of the whole science . sting. London: 1807. i2mo. Frontispiece.* HE fashionable world reformed ; being reflections on theatrical esentations, &c. By Philokosmos. London: 1807. 8vo. 3d.* Y 338 A BIBLIOGEAPHICAL ACCOUNT OF The theatrical banquet ; or, the actor's budget : consisting of monologues, prologues, addresses, tales, &c. &c. serious and comic ; together with Oollins's Evening brush, and a rare and genuine collection of theatrical anecdotes, comic songs,