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- Coverage is exactly "Late Nineteenth Century (1850-1900)"
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Hamlet
Edwin Booth was one of the biggest stars of 19th-century American stage. During his career, he was known for his Shakespearian roles, especially his portrayal of Hamlet. Born into a famous acting family, the Booth name today is more likely…
Position: 217 (67 views)
Illustrated Historical Atlas of Erie Co. New-York from Actual Surveys and Records
Atlas of Erie County in 1880 including county, city and town histories. Includes property owner information and illustrations of prominent buildings.
Position: 16 (456 views)
Macbeth
Helena Modjeska was an acclaimed Polish-born actress known for her Shakespearean roles.
Buffalo's Star Theatre (W. Genesee and Pearl Streets) was a vibrant theatre venue from 1888 to 1919.
Buffalo's Star Theatre (W. Genesee and Pearl Streets) was a vibrant theatre venue from 1888 to 1919.
Position: 358 (43 views)
Meg's Diversion
Buffalo philanthropist Maria Love and her sister Elizabeth ("Libbie") occasionally starred in amateur theatre productions. Mrs. R. R. Cornell is May Fielding, a Buffalo actress who went on to have a successful Broadway career.
Position: 199 (71 views)
New Topographical Atlas of Erie Co., New York, from actual surveys especially for this atlas
Erie County in 1866. Each map shows individual buildings and names of land owners. 39 cm. An index has been created for this atlas at this link.
Position: 18 (407 views)
The Henrietta!
Stuart Robson was a popular comedic actor who played Buffalo stages many times. The Academy of Music, Buffalo's "Thespian Temple" from 1868 to 1895 was a successful venue that hosted some of the biggest stars of the late 19th century theatre.
Position: 252 (60 views)
The Lady of Lyons
Lillie Langtry, nicknamed "The Jersey Lily," was a British-American socialite, actress and producer. The author of this play, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, was a British politician and writer. He coined the phrases "the great unwashed," "pursuit of the…
Position: 247 (61 views)
The Little Minister
Maude Adams was one of the most popular and successful actresses of early 20th century theater. She starred in plays by J.M. Barrie, including Peter Pan and The Little Minister.Buffalo's Star Theatre (W. Genesee and Pearl Streets) was a vibrant…
Position: 324 (46 views)
The Symphony Orchestra of New York
One of several visits to Buffalo by famed conductor Damrosch and the New York Symphony Orchestra.
Position: 192 (72 views)
Twelfth night
Helena Modjeska was an acclaimed Polish-born actress known for her Shakespearean roles. Leading man Maurice Barrymore was the patriarch of the Barrymore acting family, father of John, Lionel and Ethel, and great-grandfather of actress Drew.
Position: 247 (61 views)