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Iron Crest prompts marvel at Kemble play despite praise
A lengthy Drury Lane performance of Mr Colman s Iron Crest dampened by Mr Kemble s apparent indisposition and a long run time. Critics note strong scenes and masterly character drawing yet fault weak climaxes and theatrical effect. The writer defends the work and blames management for public disapproval.
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New Theatre
Drury Lane
Sheridan
Richardson
Edward Mortimer
Kemble