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NYJ-N.767.034
19 Mar 1767:41 (1263)
For the benefit of the poor, this evening in a commodious
room, which is now fitted up in a theatrical manner, for the
accommodation of ladies and gentlemen, at the sign of the
Orange tree, on Golden-Hill,--will be presented the noted
Bayly's performances, by dexterity of hand, with a variety
of curious balances, by the noted Hymes, lately arrived from
Saddler's-Wells; with the facetious humour of Mr. Punch, his
family, and company of artificial commedians three feet
high; a view of the sea, with ships, mermaids, fish, sea
monsters, etc. which is allowed the most natural curiosity
of the kind ever seen; and a court of twenty-five figures,
or assembly of maids and bachelors. Boxes 4s.--front seats
3s.--second seats 2s--back seats 1s.--for children. N.B.
They continue their performances every evening, Sundays
excepted. Any set company may have a private performance,
at two o'clock, any day, on giving four hours notice.
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