Drury Lane Theatre records, 1795-1816.

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Creator

Drury Lane Theatre.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• .3 linear foot (3 folders)

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection contains parchment documents including licenses,assignments and releases of property relating to the RoyalTheatre, Drury Lane. Several items concern the activitiesof Richard Brinsley Sheridan in Drury Lane.

Biographical/Historical Note

The Theatre Royal in Drury Lane was built in London in 1663 on the site of an early 17th-century cockpit. The theater was later known as the Royal Theatre, Drury Lane, and then the Drury Lane Theatre.

Controlled Access Terms

• Sheridan, Richard Brinsley, 1751-1816.
• Drury Lane Theatre.
• Real property -- England -- London.
• Theaters -- England -- London.
• London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century.

Additional Creator Name

• Royal Theatre, Drury Lane records.