£85.00
Date 14/05/1874
London Marylebone Theatre – Walter Roberts Benefit – 1874
An original Victorian programme for a benefit night for Walter Roberts at the Marylebone Theatre, London, dated 14 May 1874, presenting Ruth and Dead Letter.
The cast includes Rose Mayne, Lizzie Branch, Mr F Thomas, Henry Mayhew, George Skinner and Walter Roberts himself. The programme has been laid down onto a sheet of paper, attached by the rear cover only, so it still opens.
A scarce survival from a popular East-of-the-West-End playhouse, ideal for collectors of old theatre programmes.
| Production | Ruth + Dead Letter |
|---|---|
| Venue | Marylebone Theatre – London |
| Cast | Rose Mayne – Lizzie Branch, Mr F Thomas – Henry Mayhew, George Skinner – Walter Roberts |
The programme does open up, as just the rear cover is attached.
Condition: V Good, cfld, lcr, corners clipped, a few tiny markings
Did you know?
- On a Victorian benefit night, the named performer received the evening’s takings, an important part of an actor’s income.
- The Marylebone Theatre stood in Church Street and was later renamed the West London Theatre.
- Victorian bills often paired a serious drama with a lighter piece, giving audiences a long evening’s entertainment.
SKU: T02011
