Mathews, Charles, 1776-1835
Dates
- Existence: 1776 - 1835
Biography
Charles Mathews (28 June 1776, London – 28 June 1835, Devonport) was an English theatre manager and comic actor,well known during his time for his gift of impersonation and skill at table entertainment. His play At Home, in which he played every character, was the first monopolylogue and the defining work in the genre
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Charles Mathews letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 000252
Mss 000252
Date(s):
undated
Abstract
In English.