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