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NYJ-N.767.046
9 Apr 1767:32 (1266)
For the benefit of Mr. Bayly, on Tuesday evening the 14th of
April, inst. will be presented, his uncommon performances by
dexterity of hand, in a manner different from all other
performers of that art, without the use of pockets, bags, or
sleeves. When besides his usual, he will exhibit several
others never attempted before, particularly he will raise an
apple-tree by fire, which will bud, blossom, and bear fruit,
in presence of all the company. Mr. Punch begs leave to
inform the ladies and gentlemen, that by him, his merry
family, and company of comedians, will be presented several
drolls, burlettas, etc. etc.
Particularly a new farce, call'd,
The enchanted Lady of the Grove.
With a curious view of the sea, in which are seen several
ships engaging, fish, sea monsters, etc. etc. swimming: and
the men of war taking the island of Goree.
End of Part the First, will be a grotesque interlude of
dancing, call'd
The Drunken Peasant.
The peasant, by Mr. Tea. Clown, by Mr. Bayly.
End of Part the Second, a pantomine call'd,
Harlequin and the Miller.
The miller, by Mr. Bayly. Harlequin, by Mr. Tea. End of Part
the Third, a Negro Dance, in character, by Mr. Tea.
Ladies and Gentlemen may be assured the strictest regularity
will be observed, as Mr. Bayly has taken care to remove
every obstacle that might tend to interrupt the company, or,
the performance. Boxes 4s.--Front seats 3s.--Second seats
2s. The door to be open'd at 5, and begin at 7 o'clock.--
Tickets to be had only of Mr. Bayly, and at the place of
performance. Vivant Rex et Regina. To conclude with a
hornpipe, by Mr. Tea. If Tuesday evening proves bad
weather, it will be postponed till next evening. The
Tuesday following will be for the benefit of Mr. Tea.
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