| Author: | Boucicault, Dion | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Address: | Chicago | ||
| Recipient: | Irving, Henry | ||
| Address: | [New York?] | ||
| Date: | [1884], Nov., 6 | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (2 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | He produced 'Robert Emmett' the previous night with emphatic success but the audience were disappointed that Boucicault did not play the lead. He lists a number of mishaps during the performance, with long waits. He cut Brangan Wharf and apotheosis scene on the night. 'Dot' (his son) made a hit and Nina. He discusses Irving's suggestions and views on the play. Regards to Ellen Terry. He comments on a recent Hamlet in London - a "fizzle". He hopes Irving's New York conquest will be even greater. | ||
| Published: | R. Fawkes, Dion Boucicault, p.223 (in part). | ||
| Notes: | Irving was in Boston until 8th November. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/7/18) | ||
| Ref.No: | 500 | ||
| Author: | Boucicault, Dion | ||
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| Address: | Adams House, No. 553 Washington Street, Boston (Hall & Whipple proprietors) | ||
| Recipient: | Irving, Henry | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | 188[4], Dec., 30 | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (2 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | The previous night Nina & Dot made their debut. Nina was immediately successful and received an ovation. She has an individuality and unique artlessness. Dot overplayed. He sends the Herald and Journal. (Postscript:) Give their love to Ellen Terry and tell her how Nina has begun. He thinks of playing a farewell engagement in London in the spring of 1886. If Irving is not at the Lyceum he would like to go there. He wants to produce his whole repertoire - three weeks to each play - scenery by Beverley, and wind up with 2 new plays - 6 weeks each making about 5 or 6 months. | ||
| Published: | R. Fawkes, Dion Boucicault, p.224 (in part). | ||
| Notes: | |||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/1/32) | ||
| Ref.No: | 501 | ||
| Author: | Coleridge, Stephen William Buchanan | ||
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| Address: | 7, Egerton Mansions, South Kensington | ||
| Recipient: | Irving, Henry | ||
| Address: | 15A, Grafton Street, Bond Street, W. | ||
| Date: | 1892, Jan., 21 Thursday | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (3 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | Thanks Irving for two stalls for 'Henry VIII'. The cast seems particularly strong. He saw Phelps as Wolsey but cannot remember details. [W.G.] Wills is dead and little notice taken but who will succeed him? He was shiftless, loveable and his own worse enemy. P.S. Sends this as a New Year's card with a little drawing of Stratford-upon-Avon Church. | ||
| Published: | - | ||
| Notes: | 'Henry VIII' opened on 5th January. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/7/20) | ||
| Ref.No: | 519 | ||
| Author: | Irving, Henry | ||
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| Address: | 14 Wharfedale Street, West Brompton | ||
| Recipient: | Brodribb, Samuel | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | 1871, Sept., 19 | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (4 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | The papers Irving has sent should reassure him. He is well but busy rehearsing. The critics are divided over 'Fanchette' but the public likes it. The theatre is comfortable and he and Flo[rence] like their new quarters. Is his father all right for money? He needs £20 on Saturday for rent and insurance and has postponed his remittance. The boy is splendid and will soon walk. He has heard the Webbs were destitute, which is sad despite their shortcomings. Poor Montgomery - suicide has been assigned for his act which all think was due to insanity. No news. London is not full and all talk is of the Camp and sham fighting. Love to his aunt. (P.s) Has his father heard from Mrs Bowen? | ||
| Published: | L. Irving, p.186 (extract). | ||
| Notes: | The Webbs are probably Charles & Henry, actors and managers at the Queen's Theatre in Dublin. The sham fighting probably refers to the Army manoeuvres at Chobham Camp. A typewritten transcript is in THM/37/1/11. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/7/3) | ||
| Ref.No: | 529 | ||
| Author: | Irving, Henry | ||
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| Address: | - | ||
| Recipient: | Brodribb, Samuel | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | [1872?] Monday | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (3 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | He encloses a p.o.v. He opens in Manchester for 3 weeks on 20th May, then necessary rest. He is very well and has been vaccinated - two great scars, but no pain. On Saturday he received a distressing letter from the Webbs asking for financial help. Irving finds this hard with his heavy expenses and they have 2 children able to do something. There is to be a picture of him in 'The Bells' at the Royal Academy that year painted by Mr Archer, one of the finest artists in London. His domestic matters are in the lawyers' hands. There is no signature or definite arrangement. | ||
| Published: | L. Irving, p.211. | ||
| Notes: | Probably Charles and Henry Webb from the Queen's Theatre, Dublin. The artist was James Archer. With a typewritten transcript in THM/37/1/12. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/7/3) | ||
| Ref.No: | 530 | ||
| Author: | Irving, Henry | ||
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| Address: | - | ||
| Recipient: | Brodribb, Samuel | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | [1872], Dec., [24?] Tues. (?) | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (3 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | He encloses the other half [of the £5 note] and asks for acknowledgement. Bateman did a delightful thing the previous night and gave Irving a magnificent watch & chain - the finest money can procure. What a nice Xmas present! He quotes the inscription inside. 'Cromwell' at the Queen's Theatre the previous night was a dreadful failure - another feather in their cap. Good-bye and God bless them all. | ||
| Published: | L. Irving, p.225 (in part). | ||
| Notes: | The inscription reads: "Henry Irving/an outward visible sign/of the/inward spiritual affection/and esteem of his/Friend/H.L. Bateman/Xmas 1872". With 2 typewritten versions. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/1/12) | ||
| Ref.No: | 536 | ||
| Author: | Collins, Arthur | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Address: | 24, St. James's Street | ||
| Recipient: | Irving, Henry | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | 1897, Dec., 18 | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (5 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | Condolences on the death of Fussy [Fussie], Irving's dog. Princess Louise wishes also to say how she feels for Irving. Forbes-Robertson is played out for the time - not impressed - a gentlemanly Hamlet but little vigour or distinction. Mrs Pat Campbell painfully modern! | ||
| Published: | - | ||
| Notes: | Fussie was killed by falling through a trap door in Manchester the previous week. Forbes Robertson played 'Hamlet' at the Lyceum from 11th September - 18th December 1897. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/7/20) | ||
| Ref.No: | 539 | ||
| Author: | Irving, Henry | ||
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| Address: | 15A, Grafton Street, Bond Street, W | ||
| Recipient: | Compton, Edward | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | 1878, June, 3 | ||
| Document Type: | Letter | ||
| Content Summary: | Thinks it presumptuous to pass comment on Henry Compton as an actor. His inimitable acting as First Gravedigger in 'Hamlet' at the Lyceum contributed much. Pleasant memories of rich humour etc. Will never forget speech at supper given by Mr Bateman after 100th performance of 'Hamlet'. Compton had played in the introductory farce 'A Fish out of Water'! | ||
| Published: | C. & E. Compton, Memoirs of Henry Compton,Tinsley Bros, 1879 | ||
| Notes: | Reprinted not in facsimile. | ||
| Document Holder: | Pd | ||
| Ref.No: | 550 | ||
| Author: | Collins, Arthur Pelham | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Address: | Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, Limited | ||
| Recipient: | Irving, Henry | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | 1898, Feb., 18 | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (1 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | He is very sorry to hear of the unfortunate mishap at Irving's stores. Can he do anything to help? He will be happy to lend any of their stock scenery - also their paint room. | ||
| Published: | - | ||
| Notes: | Irving's scenery and costume store under the Bear Lane, Southwark railway arches burned out in the early hours of 18th February 1898, with the insurance cover only £6000. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/1/38) | ||
| Ref.No: | 551 | ||
| Author: | Brough, Lionel "Lal" | ||
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| Address: | Percy Villa, South Lambeth, S.W. | ||
| Recipient: | Irving, Henry | ||
| Address: | - | ||
| Date: | [1891?] | ||
| Document Type: | Letter (1 p.) | ||
| Content Summary: | He has not forgotten his promise of the last Sunday to withdraw his advertisement from the 'Era' but was too late. He will withdraw it until the tone of the paper towards their profession alters - which does not seem probable. | ||
| Published: | - | ||
| Notes: | This may possibly relate to discussions at the setting up of the Actors' Association after a meeting on 5th March 1891. Irving was elected President and Brough one of the Vice-Presidents. Other letters refer to Irving ending his boycott in 1891. | ||
| Document Holder: | THM (Reference: THM/37/7/18) | ||
| Ref.No: | 552 | ||