Cosro,MrMINTON,Chief of the Guards,MrMORR!S^
Barhaddan, Miss NOVELLO,
First Slave, Mr LEWIS, First Mute, Mr PAULO.
Mandane, (Wife of Nourjahad) Miss F. HEALY,
Zulima, Miss SOMERVILLE,
Fattima, Mi ssHUNT, Houri, Miss JOSEPHINE ,
To-morrow, The Spirit of the Bell, with My Fellow Clerk,
and The Middle Temple.
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COVENT GARDEN THEATRE.
Yesterday evening Auber's Opera of Lestocq ; or, the Fete
of the Hermitage was represented at this Theatre, with Weber's
Opera of Der Frieschutz,
NEW ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE.
The newOpera oiTheSpirit oftheBdl was performed for the
second time last night, with,^for the first time this season, Loder's
Opera of Nourjahad, for which he has composed a new finale to
the second act. Mr. Oxenford's new Farce, "I and my Double"
is put off till Friday.
HAY-MARKET THEATRE.
The performances here, last night, commenced with Rosina,
after which Mr. C. Kemble played DonFelix, in the Comedy of
The Wonder, Second Thoughts concluding. We are glad to
hear that C. Kemble's engagement has proved a very profitable
one for Mr. Morris, who liberally paid him £200 for six nights,
and since the house has been open the receipts have never been
less than that sum on any one night, and twice or thrice have
exceeded £300.
Victoria Theatre. — We are sorry to state that Mr. Denvil,
while performing Richard the Third, on Monday night, was
unfortunately wounded in the hand during his combat with Rich-
mond, the blood flowed to such a degree as to form a pool on the
stage, and the audience were vehement in their cries to have him
borne off.
Queen's Theatre, — On Monday night Mrs. Nisbett produced
another novelty at this Theatre, which, thanks to the talent em-
ployed in its performance, was favorably received. It was an-
nounced as a Comedietta, in one act, yclept The Widow's
Mistake, and except some amusing situations arising from the
mistake, that of a widow in the vale of years who imagines
herself the object of affection of Briefless, a barrister, Pallet,
an artist, and Formal, a physician, who are in reality merely
doing the agreeable to her to secure her interest with her fair
niece, it has little to recommend it. The best drawn character
is that of Susan Sly, (admirably acted by Mrs. Orger.) ah in-
triguing chambermaid, who by pretending to forward the views
of each of the suitors, contrives to extort bribes from them all.
To-morrow Mrs. Honey is to appear in the character of Tom
Tug, in The Waterman.
On Monday afternoon an accident of a very serious nature oc-
cured to Mr C. Barnett, the dramatic writer, and brother to the
eminent musical composer. Mr. Barnett, in company with a
lady, was proceeding in a cab along the Waterloo Road, when
E. fy J. Thomas Printers, 6, Exelcr Street, Strand.
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the horse rata away > aMnir the ^ict^if Theatre c^ife m con-
tact with a coal -waggon/ and by the shock Mr. Bai-tfett 'fend the
lady were thrown out. Mr. Barnett is seriously injured, but the
lady scaped with a slight bruise. Mr. Barnett at %he time of
the accident had with him a valuable old work, entitled John
Marston's Hays, which some vagabond in the 1 crowd contrived
to puiloin.
It it quite certain that a. license has been granted to Mr'.Brabatti
by the Lord Chamberlain for a new Theatre, it is said, at the
special instance of the King-. "£q ~jy< /j~ ~~ "~
- c Bi&lfimriblte -&i«Anpge«» j Y+ani res. 1
7> the Edifor of the Theatrical Observer .
Dear Mr. Editor, I address you from Offley's-*— just iwpt in«.fter the per-
formances, Chas. Sloman presiding — astonished at Jus extemporaneous singing —
heard some excellent glees— must repeat 1fty visit— just wish to say a word— beg
pkrdoW, 1 hope I don't intrude— but wi]1 f3ti - $1^&'-<me^l^awpi6-ttbt&fy£'hsit
I've aria aged "So as to rub sl.OuJdters !with Suy fpijands, ttndjthfe fashionable world*
at one of other of the Grand Lounges anowj tyW 1 * ;
Monday, drop't into The Western Exchange Bazaar l'U, .'Old Bond Street, de-
termined to patronize female "industry— porchat^d ' several elegant things for
dress, use and ornament. — Mrs. P. very particular. — I -aittbys pop in. at Jtbe^pci-
vate door, 14, Burlirtgtoh A»'C*#e, ahff,pafcftg l ftjy.b^<^£r|igainst a pillar receive
the u how d'ye do's" ot mo&t : of the nobility in town.
Tuesday, heard with satisfaction of the New Views, at the JQueen'sTJazaar,
'Oxford Street, so paid a Visit arid saw The Pass of Brittticon-^ftftfrdse Abb&£—
The Basilico of St. Francis — The Destruction, of theHouse of^ t*or4*$Cmim)ns,'4:r,
unsurpassed in excellence and beauty. — Paid Is. to view ih.efn Stother attractions.
Then at 85, close ijy, chat with mio caro amico, Palmer, Jun. his beau-
teous Dressing Cases are an endless theme of praise with Aunt Paulina, and
declares uotlutig- cJtn "surpass his Pocket toilet! Iia ;
Mr. Editor, it is Jwprtssible to express niy delight Kit the ne-opening bf *be
Diorama. — Talk of pictorial illusion ! — View the Church of Santa Croce, in ^he
sunshine of noon, and the gloom of midnight— the sounds pf the organ, aixl the
gradual disappearance of the congregation — beautiful '. the view of Campo
Vaccino equally delightful in its Ruins and Architecture.
Wednesday, strolled to ThtBriiish Artiste, Suffolk Street, Pall Mall, found it
again open, attracting numerous visitors with elegant specimens of genius — Por-
traits to the life,, and Landscapes true to nature. — A delightful display of native
talent, Admission One Shilling.
Wishing to p urchase a summer hat, popt into Perring's 85, Strand, — splendid
shop .'—stock of hats tremendous-^-light as a feather, SSSfttifight, jSriltfeJOJily ,12s .
inimitable ones at Sls^-rrmade a memorandum— "the only house in London for
really good and cheap hats."
Thursday, visited Signor Bertolotto's Exhibition of The Industrious Fleas,
removed from 209 to 238.; witnessed their unrivalled feats of waltzing, dancing,
playing musical instruraents,&c. A spuriou® Exhibition opened at the old quarters,
so advise my friends to beware'of the imposition.
Popped in to see old friend Evans, late of the Cider Cellars, at his Hotel.
Piazza, Covent Garden, to get a chop arid hear a song — flighted to find he
ha% devoted his large room to the sonsof harmony — -sure tb^be ftill e*very evening—
alSo his Table d'Hote everyday at half-past ftve — o<Hht% equal to it-
Mr. Editor, if you wish for a really elegant tre^t, go to, fultys Public Lounge,
High Holborn, to which a beautiful Swiss iCottage hats been added. — The de-
fighfful Euterpeon, several professional favorites breathing " sweet melody,"
Cosmoramas, and every kind of attraction.: — N*o ftiarge 'forffdmiesion.
On Friday, I examine I Mis® jLtiniv do d' 8 cutioos He©di*fWotk, < in Lei«est«r
Sqtisarew-just added otheribeautiful.specimens of her art.
On Saturday, I regularly dine off" ftsh, taking a fair allowance, 4)f Brett's Sici-
lian Wine, and a settler of his improved Patent Brandy fromib9, Brury Lane,
Bytfieby,Mrs P. hafidisc'ovefed^ic^bce'asidhsdn WhitchWglas« tff'ferttnlly is^itidis-
pensible, namely 1 when we? bav^iiad Fian fu!^dioner,)&^pn^ive3a'vi^hM tio Fish.
"Why," said Count D'iO-nat the^Theatre the other, njght* " is Robert . Warrjetf s
Blacking like the enchanting Vestris ? ' " Because its brilliancy never fades, its
Pfiflh is ctimptete, arid its %me %HH.ist 'whfld'there ts a ^flin'^rope !"—
rttrtttiw a gooU one ?— tm I imytute jrfres ^ardon^Yewr's^ft ^ftrtffc -PfHf .
Theatre Royal, ۩venl Garden.
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A sTfoisjEysciing,- the Opeira, ( 0*»t}Ute|(l-qnin9
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Count *t |1 Y*i| L 'jpffY2}' »,p>/. . . -^ffj^/
HviQO, MrTEMPLETON, Pedro, MrHDGHEg,
I Notary, Mr TURNOUR, woimuH
« T ffiessio, MrDURUSET, Jbamio, Mr HEN^YjT
,00)0? infi^W^ 3 ^^
Amina. Madame MALIBRAJN,
TerftBpMrs'C. JONES, Liza, Miss EETTtS,
Villagers. Messrs. T. BRICE, BIRT, BUTLER, CHAN^,
GREEN, WALSH, T. JONES, S. JONES, MILLER, &c,
Mesdames ALLCROFT, BODEN, R. BODEN, CONNELLY
BUTLER, EAST, GOODSON, QQO^Wm, &c. &c.
Peasants— Messrs. BECKETT, £RADY, J. COOPER, Rf&K,
CQUGH, HEATH, JENKINS; SMITH. Mesds. BENNETT^
FAIRBROTHER, F. FOSTjER/HALL, HA*TT0N, HILL, fee.
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After which, with Bishop's Music, New Stcen«ry, and the foI»
lowing- New Cast of Cheractecs, the Melo-Drama of The
•II 1 ' S • ■"M^BT
Grindoffi, (Ihe MjIIerd Mr|}lEi)E4£l,
Count Frederick Frfcerg ..... Mt BAKER,
Karl [his Servant]. .... . „*. JJ^JARLEY,
Lothair, (a Peasant) Mr COOKBRy
Kelmar. . . .[an old Cottager] MrF. CQQJCg*
Banditti— Riber, Mr W. H. PAYNE,
Golotz, Mr T. MATTHEWS, Coburg, MrMJJARS,
Linderf, MrBENRY, Zingra, MrS. JODIES,
€laudine, Miss TA¥IX)R, wfooH m
Ravina, Mrs VINJNG, Lauretta/ Mrs GOOD&Q&.
To-morrow, Ihere twill fcelnd Performance. ; ^
On Friday, the Opera of Bidelk) ; FideUo, Madame .&0AUbi$K,
Marcelline, Mrs E, Seguin.
NEW THEATRE ROYAL
Lyceum and English Opera House.
ThisEvening,(3rd time)a NewComicOpera, in 2 Acts, called
The Spirit of theBeli.
With entirely New Scenery , Painted by Mess. Tomkinsfy Pitt.
The Dances arranged by Mr. Noble.
The Music Composed by G. H. ROD WELL.
The Grand Duke Mr GIUBILEI,
Azolin, Mrs KEELEY,
Sidrophel, (the Spirit of the Bell) Miss E. ROMER,
Rumrowski, fa Privy Councellor) Mr KEELEY,
Tycho, Mr OXBERRY, Carl Mr DUBOCHET,
Attendant,MrLewis, Priests,Mess.Morris&Brunton ,
Edith, Miss P. HORTON,
Ghita, Miss NOVELLO, Adela, Mrs GORDON.
Order of the Scenery:
The Cavern abode of Azolin, with the Hartz Mountains in the distance. Sidro-
phel and the Attendant Spirits, summoned by the power of the Magic Bell.
Grand Gothic Hall of Audience, with the arrival of Azolin and his Train.
Antique Corridor in the P.dace of the Duke. Interior of the Mystic Temple.
Ordeal of the Tutelar Star. Waterfall of the Glen. The Fairy Gardens and
Lake.
After which, the Comic Operetta, called
ir ? n
General Lafonde, Mr W. BENNETT, Ernest, Mr WRENCH,
Major Belcour, Mr J. BLAND, Bkston, Mr SALTER,
Pippin Mr SANDERS,
Madame de Luceval, Miss SOMERVILLE,
Madame Lafonde, MrsGRIFFITH, Justine, MissNOVELLO.
To which will be added, the Comic Operetta, called
The Middle Temple.
The Music Composed and Selected by Mr G. IT. RODJVELL.
Briefless, MrWRENCH, Brutus Hairbrain,Mr KEELEY,Doggins,Mr SALTER,
Mr Prettyman, Mr W. BENNETT, f Noggins, Mr SANDERS,
Hairbrain, Mr MINTON, Pounce, Mr LEWIS, John, M< BOWMAN,
Mr$Middlemist,MrsGRIFFITH,Julia,MissPINCOTT,Penelope,MrsKEELEY
To conclude with, (27th time) a new Farcetta, called
-7, ~ How-Clerk.
Mr Hooker7Mr TILBUKY, Tactic, Mr WRENCH,
Victim, Mr OXBERRY, Fag, Mr ROMER,
Mr Knitbrow, Mr MINTON, Bailiff, Mr SANDERS,
Fanny Dobson, Miss P. HORTON, Betty, Miss F. ELDER,
Juliet Snooks, Mrs F. MATHEWS,Mrs Dobson, MrsGRIFFITH.
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COVENT GARDEN THEATRE.
The announcement of Mali bran's last appearance in La Son-
nambula, attractted an elegant audience here last night. The
afterpiece was The Miller and his Men. But that there are so
many people who wish to see Malibran in a new character, the
lessee might have continued to run The Sonnambula.
NEW ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE.
The entertainments at this Theatre, yesterday evening, were
The Spirit of the Bell, The Quartette, The Middle Temple,
and My Fellow Clerk.
HAY-MARKET THEATRE
Last night, after Fortune's Frolic, the Tragedy of Hamlet
was represented, and Charles Kemble closed his present en-
gagement by sustaining the character of its hero. So attractive
have been Mr. Kemble's performances, that doubtless Mr. Morris
would have glrdly lengthened his engagement but that he had
previously made arrangements to perform at Birmingham, Man-
chester and Liverpool. The entertainments concluded with
Rural Felicity.
Astley's. — One of the most splendid and attractive pieces that
was ever produced at this Theatre,was brought out on Monday
night, it is a grand Serio ComicPantomime Spectacle, called TTie
Bronze Horse, the principal incident of which is founded on
Auber's last new Opera. Every thing that liberal expenditure and
correct taste could accomplish has been done for it under the di-
rection of M. Ducrovv, and there is no doubt it will attract to
the end of the season. It concludes with a comic Pantomime, in
which a steeple chase is introduced with great effect, the whole
company, both biped and quadruped taking part in it. The house
is nightly crowded to the roof.
We are sorry to hear that Mathews is in a dangerous state, his
diseases is sosification of the heart.
The Shaksperian Club of Stratford upon Avon h^s just pub-
lished a circular, soliciting subscriptions for the laudable purpose
of repairing the antient Collegiate Church of Stratford, and re-
storing the bust and monument of Shakspeaie, which have been
much injured by the vanity or Vandalism of the crowds who
have visited the birth place of the great bard. It is proposed
to effect these objects by voluntary donations not exceeding £1
each.
Mr. J. P. Collier, the author of the very curious and valuable
Annals of tht Stage, has made some important discoveries relating
to Shakspeare, found among the manuscripts of Lord Chancellor
Ellesmore, now in the possession of Lord Egerton, and some in-
E. 4' J- Th'imas P 'inters^ § Ecekr Street, Strand.
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teresting anecdotes of the Bard of Avon, in the archives of his
Grace the Duke of Devonshiie.
M. Drouineau, whose Drama, called Don Juan d'Autriche wag
in preparation at theTheatreFrancais, in Paris,is not to be found.
The director of the Theatre has advertised for him in vain, his
opinion being" necessary for the arrangements of the stage, and
other details of the representation. In consequence of this sin-
gular poetical flight, the director is, it is said, about to issue a
legal summons for his appearance. Charles Young,the tragedian,
has been some days sojourning at Paris on his way to England
from Naples.
To the Editor of the Theatrical Observer.
Dear Mr. Editor, I address you from Offley's — just popt in after the per-
formances, Chas. Sloman presiding — astonished at his extemporaneous singing —
heard some excellent glees — must repeat my visit — just wish to say a word — beg
pardon, hope I don't intrude — but will you excuse me — 1 have to mention, that
I've arranged so as to rub shoulders with my friends, and the fashionable world,
at one or other of the Grand Lounges aboui town.
Monday, drop't into The Western Exchange Bazaar 10, Old Bond Street, de-
termined to patronize female industry — purchased several elegant things for
dress, use and ornament. — Mrs. P. very particular. — I always pop in at the pri-
vate door, 14, Burlington Arcade, and placing my back against a pillar receive
the " how d'ye do's" of most of the nobility in town.
Tuesday, heard with satisfaction of the New Views, at the Queen's Bazaar,
Oxford Street, so paid a visit and saw The Pass of llriancon — Melrose Abbey —
The Basilica of St. Francis — The Destruction of theHovse of Lordsfy Commons, fyc,
unsurpassed in excellence and beauty. — Paid Is. to view them &other attractions.
Then at 85, close by, chat with mio caro amico, Palmer, Jun. his beau-
teous Dressing Cases are an endless theme of praise with Aunt Paulina, and
declares nothing can surpass his Pocket Toilet !
Mr. Editor, it is impossible to express my delight at the re-oponing of the
Diorama.- — Talk of pictorial illusion ! — View the Church of Santa Croce, in the
sunshine of noon, and the gloom of midnight — the sounds of the organ, and the
gradual disappearance of the congregation — beautiful ! The view of Campo
Vaccino equally delightful in its Ruins and Architecture.
Wednesday, strolled to TheBritish Artists, Suffolk Street, Pall Mall, found it
again open, attracting numerous visitors with elegant specimens of genius — Por-
traits to the life, and Landscapes true to nature. — A delightful display of native
talent, Admission One Shilling.
Wishing to p urchase a summer hat, popt into Perring's 85, Strand, — splendid
shop ! — stock of hats tremendous — light as a feather, 3oz weight, price only 12s.
inimitable one^ at 21s. — made a memorandum — "the only house in London for
really good and cheap hats."
Thursday, visited Signor Bertolotto's Exhibition of The Industrious Fleas.
removed from 209 to 238 ; witnessed their unrivalled feats of waltzing, dancing,
playing musical instruments, &c. A spurious Exhibition opened at the old quarters,
so advise my friends to beware of the imposition.
Popped in to see old friend Evans, late of the Cider Cellars, at his Hotel.
Piazza, Covent Garden, to get a chop and hear a song — delighted to find he
has devoted his large room to the sons of harmony — sure to be full every evening —
also his Table d'Hote every day at half-past five — nothing equal to it.
Mr. Editor, if you wish for a really elegant treat, go to TuUy's Public Lounge.
High Holborn, to which a beautiful Swiss Cottage has been added. — The de-
lightful Euterpeon, several professional favorites breathing " sweet melody,"
Cosmoramas, and every kind of attraction. — No charge for admission.
On Friday, J examine Miss Linwood's curious Needle-Work, in Leicester
Square — just added other beautiful specimens of her art.
On Saturday, I regularly dine oft fish, taking a fair allowance of Brett's Sici-
lian Wine, and a settler of bin improved Patent Brandy from 109, Drury Lane,
By the by, Mrs P. has discovered tiro occasions on which a glass of Brandy is indiB-
pensible, namely when we have had Fish for dinner, & when we have had no Fish.
"Why," said Count D'O — , at the Theatre the other night, " is Robert Warren's
Blacking like the enchanting Vestris ?" " Becarse its brilliancy never fades, its
polish is complete, and its fame will last while there is a last in Europe !" —
JUn't that*a good one ? — hut I intrude , beg pardon — Your'e &c PAUL PRY.
Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
This Evening-, (2nd Time at this Theatre) the Opera of
Gustavus the Third ;
OR, THE MASKED BALL.
Gustavus the Third, Mr COOPER,
Colonel Lillieiihorn, Mr TKlYIPLETON,
Count <]' Es*en ; Mr F. COOKE,
The Baron Bjelke Mr BAKER
Couut. Ribbing, Mr HENRY,
Count De Horn Mr S. JONES,
Captain Ankarstrom, Mr SEGUIN,
Oscar,(Favorite Page to the King)Miss SHIRREFF,
Christian Engleheart, Mr BEDFORD,
Arvedson..(a Fortune Teller. . Mrs FITZ WILLIAM
Madame Ankarstrom, Miss BETTS.
Air — C< I Tuoi Frequenti Palpiti." byMdlle.GRAWW
After which, the favorite Farce, called
Turning the Tables
Jack Humphreys, Mr HARLEY,
Jeremiah Bumps, Mr COOPER, Edc-rar de Courcv, Mr BAKER,
Thornton, Mr HENRY, Mr Knibbs, Mr HUGHES,
Mrs Humphries, Mrs BROAD, Miss Knibbs, Miss LEE,
Patty Larkins, Mrs FITZ WILLIAM.
To conclude with, Auber's Opera of
ASANIELLO;
Or, The Dumb Girl of Portici !
Masaniello Mr TEMPLETON,
Don Alphonso, Mr DURUSET,
Lorenzo, Mr MEARS. Pietro, Mr BEDFORD,
Ruffino, Mr F. COOKE, Moreno, Mr HENRY,
Selva [Officer of the Viceroy] Mr W. H. PAYNE.
Commisioner, Mr TURNOUR,
Elvira,BrideofAlphonso,MissBETTS,InisMrsEAST.
Fenella [Masaniello's Sister) Mrs VINING.
a
NEW THEATRE ROYAL
Lyceum and English Opera House*
ThisEvening,(4th time)a NewComicOpera, in 2 Acts, called
The $niiit of the
With entirely N<w Scenery fainted by Mess. Tomkinsfy Pitt.
The Dances arranged by Mr. Noble.
The Music Composed by G. H. RODWELL.
The Grand Duke... .[first time,]. . . .Mr EDWARDS,
Azolin, Mrs KEELEY.
Sidrophel. (the Spirit of the Bell) Miss E. ROMER,
Rumrowski, fa Privy CouncelW) Mr KEELEY,
Tycho, MrOXBERRY, Carl Mr DUBOCHET,
Attendant, MrLewis, Priests, Mess. Morris&Brunton,
Edith, Miss P. HORTON,
Ghita, Miss NOVELLO, Adela, Mrs GORDON.
Order of the Scenery:
Th<- Cavern abode of Azolin. with the Hartz Mountains in the distance. Sidro-
phel and the Attendant Spirits, summoned by the power of the Magic Bell.
Grand Gothic Hall of Audience, with the arrival of Azolin and his Train
Antique Corridor iti the Palace, of the Duke. Interior of the Mystic Temple.
Ordeal of the Tutelar Star. Waterfall nf the Glen. The Fairy Gardens an
Lake.
■-»i_ "j.-7»9rt<ua^'.
After which, the Grand Opera of
NOURJA
The Music (with a New Finale to the Second Act)composed by Mr E. LODER.
Schemzeddin, (Sultan of Persia) Mr WILSON,
Nourjahad, (his friend) Mr H FILLIPS,
Hasem, (Attendant on Nourjahad) Mr J. BLAND,
Assan (a Slave Merchant) Mr SANDERS,
Cosro,MrMINTON,Chief of the Guards, MrMORRlS,
Barhaddan, Miss NOVELLO,
First Slave, Mr LEWIS, First Mute, Mr PAULO,
Mandane, Wife of Nourjahad) Miss F. HEALY,
Zulima, Miss SOMERVILLE,
Fattima, MissHUNT, Houri, Miss JOSEPHINE.
To-morrow, TLe Spirit of the Bell, with My Fellow Clerk,
and The Shadow on the Wall.
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DRURY LANE THEATRE.
There was a performance at this Theatre yesterday evening-,
consisting- of Gustavus the Third, Turning the Tables, and
Masaniello.
KING'S THEATRE.
Signor Tamburini took his Benefit here last evening", when
the house was filled by a very fashionable audience.
NEW ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE.
The newOpera, called The Spirit of the Bell, was repeated
here, last night, with, for the second time this season, Loder's
Opera of Nourjahad. The pioduction of the Farce, yclept, I
and my Double, is deferred until Tuesday next. Mr. McFarren
has composed the music for it.
HAY-MARKET THEATRE.
Last night, at this Theatre, afterJerrold'sDrama of TheHouse-
keeper, (which was admirably acted,) a newOperaticComedy, in
two acts, called Good Husbands Make Good Wives was pro-
duced, and when we say that Buckstone is the author, we need
searcely add, that it was completely successful. The story,
which verges even on stage improbability, turns on the plot
of two young ladies to prove to their lovers before marriage, the
truth of the maxim that " Good Husbands Make Good Wives."
In order to effect this, the ladies flirt with two married men,
whilst their swains de the same with the wives. After a good
deal of philandering, which gives occasion for some amusing inci-
dents, the plot is about to terminate in a duel, when the mar-
ried couples, by the aid of a screen, are made to overhear senti-
ments avowed which convince them that though they have been
a little estranged, their affections are not destroyed, mutual ex-
planations and forgivenesses are exchanged, and the gentlemen
promise henceforward to make good husbands. The best cha-
racter, and we may add, the best acted, was that of an old maid,
MissCareful, aunt to the two young wives, personated by Mrs.
Glover with admirable talent ; we never saw her act better than
in a scene where she believes herself the object of the affection of
a dashing young officer, &she elicited great applause. Mrs.Humby,
F.Vining, and Buckstone, acted excellently. The music, which
was composed by Alexander Lee, was for the most part very
pleasing, but we should recommend the omission of a tiresome
scena by Mrs. Crawford, whom we cannot compliment on any
improvement, either in her person, voice, or style of singing. Miss
Turpin sang her portion of the music very sweetly, and with a
visible improvement in her execution since last season. Anderson