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A new theatrical dictionary. Containing an account of all the dramatic pieces that have appeared from the commencement of theatrical exhibitions to the present time. Together with their dates, when written or printed, where acted, and occasional remarks on their merits and success.To which is added an alphabetical catalogue of dramatic writers, with the titles of all the pieces they have written, annexed to each name. And also A short sketch of the rise and progress of the English stage.

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author:	Pre-1801 Imprint Collection (Library of Congress)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	London : Printed for S. Bladon, No. 13, Paternoster-Row, M. DCC. XCII. [1792]
Subjects:	English drama > Bibliography > Early. English drama > Dictionaries > Early works to 1800. Dramatists, English > Bio-bibliography > Early works to 1800. English drama. Bibliographies. Early works.

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