Description: Playbill from the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, featuring Joseph Jefferson in a performance of Rip Van Winkle, beginning October 23, 1893. Approximately 10.75” x 5”. In good condition, with light loss to bottom left corner. Pencil markings at bottom. Seat map on rear. General age-related toning to paper, along with light foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. Joseph “Joe” Jefferson (1829-1905) was an American actor who started performing as a young child. His performance as Rip Van Winkle was among his most famous roles, and would be repeated in several early silent films. Built in 1808, Walnut Street Theatre theatre is still in operation, and is additionally the oldest operating theatre in the United States. The theatre is notable for being the first in the country offer air conditioning in 1855, and would switch to electric lights in 1892.FORN-SHELF-0545-BB-0824-aj0703
Price: 150 USD
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-12-27T00:17:27.000Z
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Industry: Theater
Object Type: Playbill
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
