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Calvert, Charles Alexander, 1828 - 1879

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1828 - 1879

Biography

Regarded as one of the great actor/managers of the Victorian era, he staged lavish sets and values. Together with his wife, he managed several theatres across the country including London and Glasgow. However, he is famed for rejuvenating the Manchester Theatre scene.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

'Hunchback'; 'Good For Nothing Girl!'; 'Rough Diamond' Playbill, 1856

 Item — Box Hudson Sheffield Playbills Box 1
Reference code: PE17/111
Scope and Contents

Performed on Friday 24 October 1856 at Theatre Royal, Sheffield.

Dates: 1856