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Proceedings at the ... Anniversary Festival of the General Theatrical Fund
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Biographies GeneralGeneral DramaGeneral Sociology
ISBN13: 9781173238056
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Sep 29 2010
Pages: 44
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.09 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This volume contains the proceedings from the anniversary festival of the General Theatrical Fund, held in 1852. The General Theatrical Fund was a charitable organization dedicated to assisting actors and actresses facing hardship. The book provides a glimpse into the theatrical world of mid-19th century London, capturing the spirit of camaraderie and philanthropy prevalent among its leading figures.
Included are the speeches and toasts delivered by prominent literary and theatrical personalities of the era, such as William Makepeace Thackeray, John Baldwin Buckstone, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Wilkie Collins, and others. These addresses offer insights into the social concerns of the time, the role of the theater in society, and the importance of supporting those who dedicate their lives to the stage. As a historical record, Proceedings at the ... Anniversary Festival of the General Theatrical Fund offers valuable primary source material for researchers and enthusiasts interested in the history of theater, charity, and Victorian society.
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