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The Recollections and Reflections of J. R. Planche - A Professional Autobiography (Book)
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The Recollections and Reflections of J. R. Planche - A Professional Autobiography (Book)
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Published in 1872, this two-volume autobiography by the British
playwright J. R. Planche (1796-1880) tells the story of his long
and varied life in the theatre. Planche wrote, adapted or
collaborated on 176 plays over the course of his career, covering a
wide range of theatrical genres including comedy, opera,
extravaganza and pantomime. He also became an acknowledged expert
on stage costume, and argued the importance of historically
accurate costumes in productions of Shakespeare's plays. Engagingly
written, these volumes contain fascinating anecdotes on the famous
theatrical and musical figures of the time, including Charles
Kemble, Eliza Vestris and Carl Maria von Weber. Volume 1 contains
Planche's descriptions of his childhood, and recollections of the
beginnings of his career at Drury Lane and Covent Garden. The work
confirms Planche's permanent place in the history of theatre
practice, and provides an intriguing glimpse into the Regency and
early Victorian London stage.
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