Abundant Theatrical Week Ahead With Modjeska and James
The Topeka theatre scene promises strong lineups next week. Madame Helena Modjeska joins Louis James at the Crawford in Wagennale and Kemper's production of Henry VI and Mary Stuart with the Kitties Band at the Auditorium Saturday. The Crawford presents Beeson See Say and other plays including Diary Frases and Alvin Joslyn through the week. Henry VI, revived after Irving’s London appearance, features famed Wolsey role, with Modjeska delivering a landmark Wolsey performance in this era.
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Crawford
Daukster
Dikeona King
Des
Bar
Priday
Alvin Joslyn
Rival prelates staged clash among famed artistes
A graphic rivalry unfolds as two renowned artists, Elatorical 1 and Abate, clash in a battle royal style confrontation between two powerful factions. A special matinee promises a clear display of their entwined relationship and dramatic confrontation.
Cardinal Wolseyee Role Highlight in Historic Production
A fragmented line notes Madame MoWeska bringing grace and gathering presence to the character of Cardinal Wolseyee. The text praises the actor’s power and stature, asserting few others match her dramatic attributes and recalling the distinguished 60 year legacy of the role.
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Cardinal
Stage notes on Henry VII production and cast details
The article notes Wagen Hals Kemper’s staging of Henry VII with archaeologically correct scenery and a large art team from May to September. It highlights Queen Katherine portrayal by Madame Modjeska and Earl of Leicester by Mr James, plus a Mary Stuart matinee at reduced price and a fifty-strong supporting company. It mentions incidental music by Carl New York and other attractions at Crawford and Hickamford venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Wagenhals Kemper
Shost
Madam Moxchenka
Mr. Juges
Lo Uuts
Katherine
Mary Stuart
Madame Modjesin
Mr. James
Earl of Laicester
iMary ‘Stuure
Rene Pelos
Bo Hackett Wilh Piagine Beney
Che Coffin Cooke
Carl New York
Augustus ‘Thomas
Arizona
Auss Archer
Hawtrc
Crawford
Hiccanneford
Dunkards
The Kitties Highlanders to Perform at the Auditorium
The 48th Highlanders band from Canada known as The Kitties will perform Saturday afternoon and evening at the Auditorium under Marshall's band. Leader Join Satter and seven foot dry major Donald MacCormack head a versatile program with a parade, vocal choir, and noted Highland dancing by William Johnston and Eugene Lockhart. The concert showcases Scottish songs, taps, reels, and bagpipe displays, with high encore expectations.
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48Th Highlanders
Canada
Marshall
Highlandere
Join Satter
Donald MacCormack
Robin Adair
William Johnston
America
Eugene Lockhart
Mansfield in New York recalls early light opera career
Richard Mansfield returns to New York at Herald Square in Messieur Beaucaire, the fifth French role he originated. The article recounts his early stage journey in 1880s New York, listing many classic roles and noting ongoing demolition work near Herald Square delaying his arrival.
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Richard Mansfield
New York
Herald Square
Baron Chevital
Messieur de Jadot
Emperor Napoleon
Cyrano de Bergerac
Mansfield Dims
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Beau Brummel
Tittlebat Titmouse
Richard TI
Henry V
Arthur Dimmesdale
Dick Dudgeon
Prince Karl
Eugene Courvoisier
Don Juan
Nero
Shylock
Captain Blunt
Rodlon
Herald Square Theater
Mansfield
Standard Theater
Planquette
Rip van Winkle
Vedder
Union Square
Palmer
Madison Square
H. H. Boyesen
Mr. Mansfield
Georgie Cayveau
Marie Burroughs
George Clark
Augustin Daly
W. J. Lemoyne
Bijou
Lyceum Theater
Steele Mackaye
State of AN
Minsk
Maddern
Ambition of De Angelis to Run a Small New York Theater
Jefferson De Angelis outlines a life goal to manage a New York theater with a capacity not exceeding 1,900. He prefers smaller auditoriums, even turning away patrons to ensure audience clarity, and cites advice from Lawrence Barrett on pacing actors to sustain dramatic interest.
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Jefferson de Angelis
New York
de Angelis
Lawrence Barrett
Mr. Barrett
Barrett
LILLIAN RUSSELLS DAUGHTER INHERITS HER BEAUTY AND DOUBTS HER FAME
The article discusses Dantie Solomon, Lillian Russell’s daughter, noting her facial features and a dark Jewish beauty inherited from her father Teddy Solomon. It highlights her disappointment at not resembling her famous mother and explains she was kept from her mother’s public stage, growing up largely in convent and family settings in New Jersey and Chicago.
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Lillian Russell Solomon
Lillian Russell
Teddy Solomon
Dantie
Lillian
Convent of the Angels
New Jersey
Ble
Chicago
Convent student Dantle Russell to study music abroad
Friends formed lasting bonds as Dantle Russell, ward of Dr. Tope of Oak Park, Chicago, grows in music under convent schooling. Lillian Russell visits on fete days, while the two bicycling sisters enjoy simple costumes and schoolgirl laughter. Dantle, aged 18, plans to study foreign musical culture after graduation.
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Helen Tope
Dr. Tope
Oak Park
Chicago
Dantie Russell
Lillian Russell
Dantle
Mrs Fiske Triumphs in Dignified Portrayal of Motherhood
A Chicago Tribune note praises Mrs. Fiske for giving dignity to her role in Miranda of the Balcony and notes similar mastery by Mrs. Harrison in The Unwelcome Mrs. Fintech. It highlights Belasco’s praise, the mothers in acting, and the show’s promising run while mentioning related productions and actors in New York and Europe.
Melodrama and theatre veterans dominate New York season notes
The article surveys upcoming stage plans and health notes in theatre circles. Mrs Haverty in New York, Maurice Barrymore's frail state, Puddahead Wilson revival, and plans for May Irwin and Blanche Bates highlight a busy season. Edouin and his daughter May Will, Pennyworths, and Berlin performances reflect a vibrant but changing stage scene.
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Haverty
New York
Minatel
Maxim
London
Willie Edouin
May
Maurice Barrymore
Puddahead Wilson
Frank Pixley
Dodo
Edwin Arnold
Cree
Sid Nine
Hang Robert
May Irwin
Widow Jones
Virginis
Rare
Santry
Miss Earie
Blanche Bates
Detroit
Nat Goodwin
Germany
Berlin
Clyde Fiten
Beerbolin ‘Tree
Bawerd Harrigan
Mrs. Yeamans
Boston
Frederick L Drinkwater Pioneer Editor Remembered in Obituary
Frederick S Drinkwater buried at Cedar Point noted as a Kansas pioneer with early Indian and border service. He owned land where the state house now stands and wrote Life In the Sunny South while editing Ocean Springs Leader. A secretary of the Old United Press, organizer of the Associated Fields, he influenced Gulf coast journalism and politics before his death in 1887. his son Frank survived to age 90.
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Frederick S. Drinkwater
Cedar Point
State House
Mississippi
Ocean Springs
South
Gulf Coast
New Orleans
Mobile
Drinkwater
Old United Press Association
Associated Fiels Association
White
Frank
Hisson
Thomas H. Grisham
Congress
Grisham
Emporia
Geo. M. Munger
Theatre Gossip and Cast Shifts Across 1900s Seasons
The column notes Harrigan Hartom and Frank Speptelme performances with Florodora in Texas city stops, crowds in Delias Texas, Phoebe Davis rejoining after a five year gap, and managers planning a burlesque cafe in St. Louis. Jessie May wife of Daniel McAvoy dies in New York. Wandonetti Alsters and Moyt's plays feature in Bolbio exposition season. Lillian Russell and Hopper referenced in next season plans.
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Harrigan-Hartom
Frank Speptelme
Pelebelly
London
Delias
Tex
Phoebe
Davis
St. Louis
Weil
Tony Good
Jessie May
Daniel McAvoy
New York
Wghi Tigumonia
Mic Avoy
Ionimers
Bayie
Ane
Mnet
Wandonetti Alsters
Chase
Ahalie Ber
Bolbio
Moyt
Lillian Russell
Pe Wait Hopper
Fea
Taramwell
Enene
New
Polk
Lear
Outlaws Study Browsing in Lawton Frontier Society
Lawton reports a new frontier literary society formed by locals and outlaws. Browning topics sparked debate at the first session held Thursday afternoon. A Shakespeare study seminar is planned, with rumors indicating both notorious criminals and society women participate. The event featured a tense mix of talent and danger.
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Lawton
Chicago
Lawtor
Ne Frontier
Okimborma
Browning
William Shakespeare
Jake Preera
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