National Theatre (New York, N.Y.: 1850-1860) [Broadside advertising Uncle Tom's cabin at the National Theatre, New York]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05508.013.09 Author/Creator: National Theatre (New York, N.Y.: 1850-1860) Place Written: New York, New York Type: Broadside Date: 1853 Pagination: 1 p. ; 46.2 x 15.4 cm. Order a Copy
A note from G.L. Aiken, the author of the specific play version of Uncle Tom's Cabin being advertised, warns the public that his play has only been performed at the Troy Museum before its current run at the National Theatre. Also includes excerpts from four newspapers praising the play, dated 8 August through 19 September 1853. Printed by Cameron's Power Presses on 21 & 23 Ann Street, New York.
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