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NYM(L.780.019
28 Apr 1780:32 (35)
By permission. This evening, in a commodious room at 1045
in Water-street, the 7th house above Pecks' Slip, will be
exhibited by Mr. Partridge and Mrs. May, the Dexterity of
Hand, in the most surprizing manner; such as bringing cards
out of eggs, eating fire, and bringing forth ribbons, and
many other curiosities, too tedious to mention. After which
will be presented the play of
St. George and the Dragon, by a company of artificial
actors.
In the play Mr. Punch intends to do himself the pleasure to
make his appearance, and promises upon his honour to behave
with decency. After which a hornpipe by a gentleman. The
entertainment to conclude with a representation of the
besieging and taking of the Havannah. In which will be a
lively appearance of ships sailing on the water, engaging
the castle and batteries, also sea horses, dolphins,
mermaids, &c.&c.&c. Front seats 4s. back seats 3s. and
children 2s. N.B. The doors to be opened at 6 o'clock, and
to begin precisely at 7. --Tickets to be had of Mrs.May, in
Dutch-street, near Fair-street, and at the place of
performance. Vivant Rex & Regina.
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