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Don, Lady, [?] - 1875

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: Died 1875

Biography

Her original name before marriage was Emily Saunders. She was well known as a lively actress in comedy and farce, especially at the Adelphi, Surrey, before marrying Sir William Don. She returned to England upon her husband’s death, resuming acting after taking a short break. She travelled to the United States for one season in 1867 and was also noted for becoming a lessee of the Theatre Royal, Nottingham.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

'Married Life' Playbill, 1858

 Item — Box Hudson Sheffield Playbills Box 1
Reference code: PE17/117
Scope and Contents

Performed on Friday 21 May 1858 at Theatre Royal, Sheffield.

Dates: 1858