... immediate succes on the Stage. Five years after his first appearance at Goodman Fields in 1741, he commenced an association with Drury Lane which only ended with his retirement in 1776. Three years afterwards he died and was the first actor to be buried in Westminster ...

... Minister and was soon known as the ablest orator in the House. Later, his financial affairs became very Involved, and when the Drury Lane Theatre was burned down In 1809 his ruin was virtually complete. He was in debt for the rest of his days and died in 1816 ...

... the inspiring support of admirable settings provided by first-class scenery and costumes which would not 'have disgraced a Drury Lane show, a sell-balanced chains and graceful group of high-stepping dancing girls kept the performance moving smoothly. By ...