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Canterbury Music Hall, N.W. cor. of Fifth & Chestnut Sts. : Robert Gardiner, proprietor. Great combination of talent. Great applause! Full houses! No humbug! No puffery! The people's favorite resort! The best company in the city! The two great and popular
On a March 1862 playbill, the proprietors were listed as Wm. A. Wray and Robert Gardiner; by January 1863, the proprietors were listed as Robert Gardiner and Harry Enochs., Other members of the company include: Edward Batchelor, William Batchelor, Tom Brookfield, J. De Lattre, George De Louis (and his celebrated dog Jenny Lind), Johnny Forbes, Madame Leona, and George Murray., Printed on yellow paper., Library Company copy imperfect: torn at foot, removing some text; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Canterbury Music Hall N.W. corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets. : Gardiner & Enochs, proprietors Benefit of Uncle John Weaver Mr. Weaver begs leave to inform his friends (if he has any) that his benefit, through the kindness of Messrs. Gardiner & Enochs,
"Particular notice.--My friends are respectfully requested, on this occasion, to come by platoons, file right, and march to the door in double file, where they will receive their pass from Provost Marshall Enochs; right wheel, and form in line in front of Commissary Andy Barnes, where they will be reviewed by Colonel Bob Gardiner. After refreshing themselves they will come to a rest, sit at ease. Several handsome vivandieres will be in attendance to serve refreshments during the evening.", Other members of the company include: Billy Boyd, Carrie Carson, Harry Enochs, Charley Kendell, Mary Newton, Tilly Price, Anna Sinclair, and Billy Wright., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Canterbury Music Hall! Saville Buildings, cor. of Sixth and Market Sts. : Admission, 10 and 15 cents Grand monster company Greatest place of amusement in the city. A monster programme by the Canterbury star troupe! Opening night, Friday, Feb'y 6th, 1863.
Members of the company include: Millie Bertha, William Brownell, the Conrad Brothers, William de Hart, Miss de Forrest, Harry Enochs, John Holdsworth, Anne Rush, J.G.H. Shorey, Billy Thomas, Emma Thomas, John Wild, and Billy Wright., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Canterbury Music Hall! Saville Buildings, cor. of Sixth and Market Sts. : Admission, 10 and 15 cents Grand and monster company Greatest place of amusement in the city. A monster programme by the Canterbury star troupe! Open every night! Alpha-beat-'em. At
Playbill for Feb. 6, 1863 advertises: Monday evening, Feb. 9th, the celebrated Conrad Brothers, Miss Annie Rush, Billy Holmes will positively make their first appearance., Members of the company include: William Brownell, the Conrad Brothers, Harry Enochs, William De Hart, Miss De Forrest, William Holmes, Anne Rush, J.G.H. Shorey, Billy Thomas, Emma Thomas, and Billy Wright., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels! Eleventh Street Opera House. : Benefit of Robt. Fraser on Monday eve'g, May 4. Entire new bill.
"Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels were organized in Philadelphia ... They opened at Sanford's Old Opera House, ... April 14, 1862."--T.A. Brown, Early History of Negro Minstrelsey., May 4 fell on a Monday in 1863., "Double design--Explanation--Fold the lower portion backwards to first black lines on the side, then carry this fold forward to upper black lines, and you will have another picture. Copyright secured."--at foot., Printed in red and black., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Carncross and Dixey's Minstrels in their chaste and varied entertainment : plantation scenes, original jokes and bon mots laughable burlesques! Fancy dances and beautiful music! Pronounced by the press and public to be the best band of minstrels in the wo
"Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels were organized in Philadelphia ... They opened at Sanford's Old Opera House, ... April 14, 1862."--T.A. Brown, Early History of Negro Minstrelsey., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 56.1 x 20.3 cm., Portraits signed: Waitt sc., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
The celebrated combination troupe, Green & Dale's Minstrels, and Burlesque Opera Troupe fifteen star performers. This unequaled company of talented artists will give two of their select soirees de Ethiope at the above place, on Monday and Tuesday evenings
Performers include: T.D. Calvin, C.H. Campbell, Charles Comber, C.P. Dale, O.J. Dale, G.W. Danvers, T.B. Dawson, Frank Gardner, J.E. Green, Professor Howard, Mons. Lucia, Johnny Mackey, J. Morgan, C.A. Pettit, F. Warner, and Harry White., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 54.8 x 20.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Chahoon Hall, Wilkesbarre for three days only, : Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, February 15th, 16th and 17th, 1864. Tickets, 25 cents. Packages of six, one dollar Lecture to commence at quarter-before 8 o'clock. Doors open an hour previous. Matin
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Charles Schmitz's grand musical soiree! : In aid of the Ladies' Branch, U.S. Sanitary Commission, will take place on Tuesday evening, March 29th, 1864, at Armory "D," Grey Reserves, N.E. cor. Eighteenth and Chestnut Sts., (entrance on Eighteenth St.) The
Printed area, including ornamental border, measures 24.0 x 11.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Chestnut Street Lyceum : 620 Chestnut Street. Lessee and proprietor, C.P. Rose Treasurer W.A. Campbell Stage manager Ed. Preble Leader of orchestra W.T. Davis Property man J.P. Edwards Superintendent of gas G.W. York Immense success! Crowded houses nightl
The playbill for May 5, 1862 states: Prices of admission reduced to 10 and 15 cts., Performers include: Paul Berger, I.N. Carr, James Flake, Eliza Florence, Estella and Jenny Forrest, Kate Francis, Emma Gardiner, Fannie Gilmore, Kate Harrison, Billy Holmes, Kate and Maggie Marshall, G.W. Morris, Ed. Murray, R.S. Raymond, Jennie Ridgway, G.T. Sheldon, G.W. Smith, Helene Smith, Maria Wells, and J.H. Young., Printed on rose-colored paper; printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.4 x 19.7 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Chestnut Street Lyceum! : (Late Jones' Hotel,) 620 Chestnut St., between Sixth and Seventh. Manager Robert Edwards Director of amusements Frank Whittaker Notice--In catering for the amusement of the public, the manager deems it prudent to alter the prices
May 5 fell on a Monday in 1862., Other performers include: Jake Budd, C.J. Foster, George Galloway, Billy Holmes, Miss Malino, and Adelaide Miller., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.4 x 20.5 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Christmas entertainment of the 28th Regiment, Penna. Vol's. (Col. John W. Geary,) : at Camp Goodman, Point of Rocks, Md. Stage manager, Lieut. Thos. H. Elliott. Acting do. Lieut. Gilbert L. Parker. Leader of orchestra, Lieut. J.G. Warwick. Ethiopian direc
The 28th Infantry Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers was organized in June 1861 and mustered out July 18, 1865. Cf. S.P. Bates. History of Pennsylvania Volunteers, v. 1, p. 418, and F.H. Taylor, Philadelphia in the Civil War 1861-1865, p. 57., The Geary Thespian Corps of the 28th Regiment held its third performance Jan. 21, 1862 and its fourth performance Feb. 22, 1862, both at Camp Goodman; James L. Warwick, band leader, mustered out Sept. 9, 1862., Imprint from colophon., Last page blank., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Citizens' Hall! Bethlehem, Thursday, March 31st, 1864. Gottschalk's farewell concerts in America. : One night only Max Strakosch respectfully informs the public, that the eminent pianist and composer, Mr. L.M. Gottschalk will give in Bethlehem, one grand
"March 31. Left for Bethlehem at eight o'clock in the morning. ... We arrive at Bethlehem in an hour; it is a very picturesque village. ... Magnificent concert. The hall full. The whole village was present. The seminary was represented by two hundred and odd pretty young girls. The population is wholly German, and the government Moravian. After the concert a dance at the hotel. (Charming young girl!)"--L.M. Gottschalk, Notes of a pianist (Philadelphia, 1881), p. 252-253., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 42.2 x 16.1 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
City Hall, Bordentown For one night only, positively This Saturday evening, Feb. 27, 1864. : Having just concluded a season of fifteen nights at the Concert Hall, Philadelphia, (acknowledged by all the most successful engagement ever played in that city)
The company includes: W.A. Abbott, W. Blackeney, O.H. Carter, C. Curtis, Charles Gassett, W.H. Granger, M. Kanane, E. Kerwin, M.C. Miller, C.A. Morris, Frank Newall, C.H. Pease, Harry Pell, Jules Seidel, Lew Simmons, J.H. Surridge, J.R. Taylor, Calvin Wagner, and Frank Wells., "Rules of the hall.--Persons are requested not to beat time with their feet, as it is unpleasant to the audience and interrupts the performance. Front and centre seats reserved for ladies and gentlemen accompanying them. Colored people admitted only to seats assigned them. Gentlemen are requested to take off their hats during the performance hours. Whistling is positively forbidden in the hall. Owing to the extreme length of the programme, no repetition of the pieces can be given. Boys not admitted to the gallery.", Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 54.7 x 20.0 cm., Illustration signed: J.W. Morse N.Y., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
City Hall, Burlington For two nights only, positively Thursday and Friday evenings, Feb. 25 and 26. : Having just concluded a season of fifteen nights at the Concert Hall, Philadelphia, (acknowledged by all the most successful engagement ever played in th
The company includes: W.A. Abbott, W. Blackeney, O.H. Carter, C. Curtis, Charles Gassett, W.H. Granger, M. Kanane, E. Kerwin, M.C. Miller, C.A. Morris, Frank Newall, C.H. Pease, Harry Pell, Jules Seidel, Lew Simmons, J.H. Surridge, J.R. Taylor, Calvin Wagner, and Frank Wells., "Rules of the hall.--Persons are requested not to beat time with their feet, as it is unpleasant to the audience and interrupts the performance. Front and centre seats reserved for ladies and gentlemen accompanying them. Colored people admitted only to seats assigned them. Gentlemen are requested to take off their hats during the performance hours. Whistling is positively forbidden in the hall. Owing to the extreme length of the programme, no repetition of the pieces can be given. Boys not admitted to the gallery.", Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.1 x 19.9 cm., Illustration signed: J.W. Morse N.Y., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
City Hall Burlington, Friday evening, April 3d, 1863 The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of Asa! : "Five live members!" Asa, Lizzie, Abby, Freddy and little Dennett. Stirring songs for stirring times! Their concerts, for 22 years, have received the cordial appro
The Hutchinson Family, Tribe of Asa, consisted of Asa B. Hutchinson, his wife Elizabeth Chace Hutchinson, and their children Abby Hutchinson (later Anderson), Frederick Chace Hutchinson, and Oliver Dennett Hutchinson., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
City Hall, Burlington Second & positively last night this Friday evening, Feb. 26, 1864. : Entire change of programme. Everything new! Crowded houses nightly! Everybody delighted! Patronized by the first families in the city! Morris' Minstrels brass band
The company includes: W.A. Abbott, W. Blackeney, O.H. Carter, C. Curtis, Charles Gassett, W.H. Granger, M. Kanane, E. Kerwin, M.C. Miller, C.A. Morris, Frank Newall, C.H. Pease, Harry Pell, Jules Seidel, Lew Simmons, J.H. Surridge, J.R. Taylor, Calvin Wagner, and Frank Wells., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 54.9 x 20.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
City Hall! Grand concert in aid of the Sanitary Relief Fund by the Misses Duranci : on Thursday and Friday evenings, May 12th and 13th Change of programme Friday evening Miss E. Duranci, Miss Naomi Duranci, Miss Fredonia Duranci. Prof. Theo. Boettger, pia
May 12 fell on a Thursday in 1864., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.9 x 20.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
City Hall Positively 1 night only Monday evening, April 18. : Harris & Smith's Minstrel Troupe and Brass Band! 18 star performers, the most perfect minstrel organization now traveling, consisting of the following powerful array of talent, never before con
April 18 fell on a Monday in 1866., The performers include: M. Bryan, F. Campbell, J.W. Charles, George Edwards, Eugene Gorman, Dick McGowan, Joseph Norrie, Charles Stevens, Billy West, and Frank Winslow., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
Coatesville Hall, Coatesville : 1 afternoon & evening only. Sig. Blitz the great magician and ventriloquist, with his learned canary birds will give his grand performances, at the above hall, on Monday, June 1st, 1863, afternoon and evening. Afternoon per
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Come one! Come all! to the Washington Hall : corner of Eighth and Spring Garden Sts., to the grand complimentary concert! to be given to Chas. Eckstein and John M'Clure on Thursday evening, March 26, 1863 The following named ladies and gentlemen have kind
Library Company copy torn at foot, removing some text and possible imprint; originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Concert Hall Chestnut Street, above Twelfth. : This Monday night, at 8 o'clock and every night this week; also, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday afternoons will be given grand day performances, for family parties and schools, admitting all children, irresp
The illustration, signed Shugg, shows twelve handbell ringers., Printed on yellow paper; printed area, including double-rule border, measures 56.2 x 20.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Concert Hall Chestnut Street, above Twelfth. Positively for two weeks only commencing Monday evening, Feb'y 8th, 1864. : An entire change of programme every other evening. The best band in the world, and undisputed champions of minstrelsy ... The far-fame
The company includes: W.A. Abbott, W. Blackeney, O.H. Carter, C. Curtis, G.F. Doll, Charles Gassett, W.H. Granger, M. Kanane, E. Kerwin, Charles Melville, M.C. Miller, C.A. Morris, Frank Newall, C.H. Pease, Harry Pell, Jules Seidel, Lew Simmons, J.H. Surridge, J.R. Taylor, Calvin Wagner, and Frank Wells., "Rules of the hall.--Persons are requested not to beat time with their feet, as it is unpleasant to the audience and interrupts the performance. Front and centre seats reserved for ladies, and gentlemen accompanying them. Colored people admitted only to seats assigned them. Gentlemen are requested to take off their hats during the performance hours. Whistling is positively forbidden in the hall. Owing to the extreme length of the programme, no repetition of the pieces can be given. Boys not admitted to the gallery.", Illustration signed: J.W. Morse N.Y., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 54.6 x 20.0 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Concert Hall! Chestnut Street. Friday and Saturday evenings January 15th and 16th, 1864, and matinee Saturday afternoon : The juvenile wonder of the age, Sawnee! The contraband known as the human organ! Who escaped with Gen. Banks from Virginia, will have
Omitted from first MARC record set sent to Readex.
Concert Hall immense success : Every evening, at eight o'clock, and matinees Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, at 2.30. Doors open one hour previous. Tom! The blind Negro boy--of musical inspiration! Sightless and untutored from birth--his very soul over
Thomas Greene Bethune or Thomas Greene Wiggins was known as Blind Tom., Illustration signed: Adrian-Probasco., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War., Readex Aug. 2017 update: missing 510 supplied.
Concert Hall Newark. Positively two nights only : Saturday & Monday eve'ngs, May 14th & 16th, '64. First appearance of the world-renowned Tacon Ballet and Pantomime Troupe! in conjuction with the great New York Ethiopian and variety combination! ... Miss
Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.9 x 20.3 cm., Other members of the troupe include: Louise Colletti, Marietta Florence, Christine Florenza, Ida Hadia, Ella Katrina, Mons. W. Leoni, Lane Pinsal, Ed. Preble, Herr R.M.J. Sinor, and Dutton Weinchuist., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Continued success Crowded houses. Open every night : The best company in the city Look at the names: Miss Anna Winslow in a choice selection of songs. Miss Kate Clare in popular acts and champion jigs. Miss Ella Ogden, the popular young vocalist. Miss Ann
Another playbill advertises opening night of the Coates St. Varieties for Jan. 2, 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Court House. By general request Signor Muzio takes great pleasure to announce that the young and talented vocalist, Miss Lucy Simons! by request of many ladies and distinguished citizens of Harrisburg, will give one grand concert! On Saturday evening, Jan
Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 51.4 x 16.4 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Court House, Lebanon Benefit of the Perseverance Engine & Hose Co. : The proceeds to be applied to the purchasing of a new engine. Wonderful metamorphoses in natural magic: modern thaumaturgics and ancient sorcery, combined with immence powers of ventrilo
April 30 fell on a Saturday in 1864., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Court House, York Gottschalk's positively farewell concerts in America, before his departure for Havana and Mexico. : ... Signor Muzio has the honor to inform the public that he has succeeded in making an arrangement with the world-renowned pianist and co
Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 51.4 x 16.4 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Cremona Concert Hall late Union Hall. Opening night Wednesday eve'ng, Dec. 9th, 1863. : Look! at the array of talent. Mr. Tom Hague the great champion clog dancer. Mr Charles E. Dobson the master banjoist of the world Mr. Dick Thompson, the eccentric come
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook.
Do not forget to go and hear J.E. Murdoch's great patriotic address! : For the benefit of the sick & wounded soldiers and their families, Thursday eve'ng, Aug. 13 at the Academy of Music!
Aug. 13 fell on a Thursday in 1863., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Drunk on cold water. : Admiral D.D. Porter, General A.H. Terry, Sherman--Grant--Lee--and other distinguished persons, by impression will be present at the wonderful exhibitions in the large saloon of the Assembly Buildings: on Thursday, Friday and Saturda
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Duer & Fox's Minstrels will give a grand concert, under a canvas, : at [blank] on [blank] evening, [blank] Admission, 25 cents. Children, 15 cents The most complete traveling band in the profession, composed of a number of distinguished artists. Novelties
The performers include: F. Baker, J.H. Duer, W.B. Fox, Emma Miller, Alex Ross, and Fayette Welch., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Eleventh St. Opera House : Eleventh Street, above Chestnut. The family resort. Carncross and Dixeys Minstrels ... Tuesday evening, March 15th, 1864 ... / R.F. Simpson, treasurer. J.L. Carncross, manager.
A playbill., Part of the McAllister collection., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Eleventh St. Opera House Eleventh Street, above Chestnut. : Carncross and Dixey's Minstrels the star troupe of the world Benefit of E.F. Dixey this Tuesday evening, March 29th, 1864.
The illustration shows a minstrel troupe atop an elephant, and includes the words: Carncross and Dixey's Minstrels the star troupe of the world., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Eleventh St. Opera House: (late Sanford's,) : Eleventh Street, above Chestnut. Triumphant success of Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels. The star troupe of the world. Frank Moran, the great original comedian. J.L. Carncross, the unrivalled balladist. E.F. Dixe
"Carncross & Dixey's Minstrels were organized in Philadelphia ... They opened at Sanford's Old Opera House, ... April 14, 1862."--T.A. Brown, Early History of Negro Minstrelsey., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War., Readex Sept 2017 update: duplicate records in supplement; second 510 added.
Entertainment and concert to be given in Franklin Hall : Sixth Street below Arch, on Saturday evening, October 31st, 1863. Fun! Fun!! Fun!!! Look at the talent: Harry Hutchins, the young comic singer and comedian. Martin Joyce, the great clog dancer. Mast
Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Farewell benefit and last appearance but one of the young American artist, John Wilkes Booth! : when he will appear (1st time here) as "Macbeth!" Mrs. John Drew as Lady Macbeth This Friday evening, March 13th, 1863, will be presented Shakspere's Macbeth .
The cast includes: Charlotte Adams, J.W. Albaugh, Albert Bradley, Mr. Craig, Frank Drew, Miss Fisher, Mr. Fisher, Emma Gardiner, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henri, Barton Hill, George Jones, Jane Laws, Mr. Little, B.T. Ringgold, B.G. Rogers, Mr. Wallis, Master Wilks, and Mr. Worth., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 55.5 x 19.9 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.
Farrington Hall, Yonkers Positively one night only : Wednesday evening, June 10th, '63. Cards of admission, twenty-five cts. No half-price. Doors open at half-past 7 o'clock. Performance to commence at 8. The world-celebrated Peak Family Swiss bell ringer
The illustration, signed Shugg, shows twelve handbell ringers, although there are only eleven performers listed on this playbill: Mr. and Mrs. William Peak, Julia Peak Blaisdell, W.B. Blaisdell, E.E. Blaisdell, E.W. Crayton, Gustave Kaufman, J.F. Spalding, Lizette Peak, Eddie S. Peak, and Frank Peak., Printed area, including double-rule border, measures 56.2 x 20.3 cm., Originally part of a McAllister scrapbook., Digitized by Alexander Street Press for Images of the American Civil War.

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