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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1901
Page
3
The article surveys the theater world with Hilda Clark in a romantic spotlight. It traces her rise to stardom and public interest, including rivalries with other stars, plans for yachting with suitors, and mentions of Flower and Wall Street social scenes.
John the Baptist dominates a Jud a scene before Christ. Herodina declares love to Herod, but fled by the evangelist. Downing and Marshall impersonate the principals. Dixey’s acclaimed staging, artful scenery, and historical accuracy drew praise. He travels from London to take a post with the Kompany and to present The Whirl of the Town at New Century Theater. Public notices recall Irving comparisons as Dixey’s recent engagement sparks debate over legacy.
Hal Belt presents Humann Hearts at the Crawford tonight with a new company led by Rome Emerson and W A Hrummel. Holden Brothers’ A Barrel of Money follows Monday, mixing machinery with drama and featuring a dramatic rescue. The Village Purrou, The Harre! of Mores, and Planegan Ball appear across the Crawford slate with Matthews and Bulger also scheduled for September.
Mrs Fiske conducts rehearsals in New York for her new play Mirand es of the Balcony marking her move to a permanent Manhattan venue aimed at boosting her career and drawing attention from other cities. Her management promises strong reviews and renewed public interest in her work.
Shaky OCR recounts a 19th century London dinner in Chicago with Sir Henry Dixey. Irving’s burlesque performance sparked confusion as Dixey recited Three Blind Mice, provoking laughter then awkwardness. Irving’s reaction and press jokes colored the episode, later cited in Adonis gad notes.
A partial clippings review discusses Lived his character in the part of Ruy Blas. The article notes the actor could not step out of character and touches on differing beliefs reflected in the performance within a London theater context, citing the Chicago Record-Herald as a source.
Robert Downing and Annette Marshall star in a biblical drama presented at the Central theater on the coast this week. The production titled A Voile From Esnedd by Edward Kismet operates as the week’s notable stage event amid limited regional notices.
A long account describes a famed actor’s cool reception of a rival and his later return to the public eye. It notes his stern demeanor backstage softening into smiles, while peers and critics amid New York theater chatter report on performances at Garrick and the New York stage.
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