Word: roles
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...Kendal began the last week of their engagement at the Hollis St. Theatre last evening in "Impulse." The success they scored was as instantaneous as that which rewarded their efforts last week. Mrs. Kendal, always fascinating and refined, imparts her own personality to every role she essays. Her methods are direct, and her strokes are made with a freedom, vigor and intelligence which are delightful. Mr. Kendal plays with much shrewdness, and brings out the comedy situations with a freshness and brightness which are irresistible. These charming actors will be seen this evening and in Wednesday's matinee in "Impulse...
...third and last week of Annie Pixley's successful engagement at the Tremont theatre was begun last night with a revival of "M'liss," Miss Pixley has become distinctly identified with the role of "M'liss" and has, in that character, achieved her greatest success. During the performance Miss Pixley introduced several of her old songs which she sang with her characteristic grace. Considerable attention has been given to the stage settings and advantage taken of the opportunities for realistic scenery. "M'liss" will be played during the remainder of this week...
...play is a satire on the American habit of always being in a hurry. The play wrights have selected a field hitherto unworked-life at the capitol, and have produced a comedy that is admirable in every particular. Mr. Crane has found in Hannibal Rivers, the senator, a role peculiarly adapted to his talents, and his success in it may safely be said to be greater than in any role he has previously essayed. His reception last night, from the time he first entered the stage until the curtain fell on the last act, was a perfect ovation...
Annie Pixley's popularity is attested by the large and enthusiastic audiences she is nightly attracting to the Tremont Theatre. Her new comedy "22 Second Floor," has proved a success, and Miss Pixley's admirable portrayal of the dual role has gained unanimous commendation. The comedy will be continued throughout the coming week including a special matinee, Thursday. November 28, Thanksgiving day. A Parlor Match...
...most difficult role of the play was that of Electra, calling as it did throughout for expressions of extreme emotion; yet no part was taken with more appreciation of the demands. Her intense sorrow at the news of her brother's death and her outburst of passion against her mother were particularly happy...