The Sun.
London, England, 1823-09-23 00:00:00

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HAYMA Ric ET.—A very numerous audience were
highly amused at this Theatre last night, by the
revival of High Life Below Stairs, one of the best
farces in our language. The insolence of the
footmen, at the time when if was Written, led to
the production of this amusing piece, which was
violently opposed on its, first representation by
the Knights of the Shoulder-knot. The merit of
the work, and the excellence of the performance,
however, effectually rescued it from the hostile
assaults of the Livery-men. The late Mr.
MURPHY affirmed that he had given a Farce
ott this subject to Mr. GARRICK,
.and that
the latter bad founded High Life Below
Stairs on that very Farce, but, fearful
of Mr. MURPHY'S resentment, had induced
Mr. TowNLEr, then the Head Master of Mer-
chant Tailors' School, to adopt it as his own.
The truth, however, is, that Mr. MURPHY was
somewhat hasty in his opinions and vehement in
supporting them, and that Mr. TOWNLEY was
really the author, and had presented the piece to
GARRICK before MURPHY had presented the
other. If not, why did he not print his
own production, as he was never reluctant
to vindicate his rights ? The chief characters were
last night well assigned and supported with
spirit, but we regret to say that there were inter-
polations on the dialogue. The Farce is so com-
plete
.in itself that it ought to.be represented
with rigid fidelity. It is, howevef, too much the
custom of the Stage to take liberties with ori-
ginal text. LISTON'S Lord Duke, though es-
sentially different from that of the late JOHN
PALMER, which was admirable, displayed so much
original humour that it was most deservedly ap-
plauded. COOPER'S Lovell was easy in the gen-
tleman part, and natural in the rustic boy.
HARLEY'S Sir Harry was very whimsical and
very diverting. Mrs. GIBBS is certainly the best
Kitty that has appeared since the days of Miss
POPE, and may be considered as her legitimate
successor.

ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE.—As the engagement.
of MATHEWS draws to a conclusion, his talents
increase in attraction, if indeed they can be said
to increase, as he has been every night so well at-
tended. Last night the • House was crowded,
and his Caleb Quolem, Morbleu, and Cypher de-
tained the audience till a late hour. lie.was en.
cored in several of the songs, but he went through
all the characters with i►►vi►►cible vivacity, lie
is on the eve, it seems, of a trip to Dublin, where
all are said to be agog with expectation.
NEW SURREY THE.AT►t E.—This Theatre, which,
as we before stated, has been much beautified and
rendered more convenient, and which brings
forth its various representations with great splen-
dour, last night exhibited a new Melo-drama,
entitled 'wan, or The Mines of fschimki. It is
full of those terrific characters and horrific incl.,
dents which modern taste requires, but we have
only room to say that the scenery was good, the
acting spirited, and the applause abundant.

DUBLIN THEATRE, SEPT. 18.—The season ter-
minated last night with an eclat which we may
safely pronounce unparalleled in the theatrical
annals of this city. During the past season
we have had all the talent, that could ,be pro-.
cured,—KEAN and Yousa in tragedy ; LtsroN
and DOWTON, EIDCI Miss K Et4.'r., in • comedy ;
Misses STEpnEss, WILSON, TREE, MT. BRAHAAI,,
and, to crown all, the great C.VratArgr. We
trust that the expectations• of the spirited Pa.
teutee have, been fully realized. In addition to
the several beautiful compositions with which
Madame CATALAN' has enchanted us, she last
night gave HANDEL'S 44 Angels ever bright and
fair," with a richness of style that called forth
unanimous applause. In the second part of
the Festival, instead of " Oh quanta Panima,"
" Robin Adair" was substituted ; and while
the symphony was playing, the admiration
of the audience was manifested' by loud ap-
probation ; an encore was instantly complied
with. It is almost impossible to convey an idea
of the applause elicited by " Rale Britannia."'
• The majestic deportment, and graceful action
of the prima donna, gave to this song a fea-
ture, which those who have not seen and heard
her cannot possibly comprehend. Madame CATA.
LANI, at the conclusion, came forward, and
having respectively saluted each part of the
house, she retired evidently much affected,
" God save the King," having been unanimously
called for, after some time had elapsed, and se-
veral persons had left the house, the curtain was
again drawn up, and the national anthem was
given in grand style. The pit and galleries pre.
rented one continued sea of waving-of hats, Ste.,
while the cheers were absolutely deafening. At
the conclusion of the first part of the Festival, Mr.
FAKREN appeared, and delivered the following
farewell Address :
" For the third time since the opening of this Theatre, it
becomes my pleasing duty to offer you the grateful acknow-
ledgments of the proprietors for the liberality with which you
have supported it. During this period the brightest talents
the drama can boast, have, in turns, been offered to your judq-
ment, and received your approval and reward. As tar .as
regards the present season, the promise, made at the com-
mencement of it, they respectfully trust,' is exceeded in
its performance ; perhaps they may indulge in one theatri-
cal boast, that on her return to these realms, the first profes-
sional visit of the Queen of Music was to the Land of song.—
Ladies and Gentlemen, such will ever be the strenuous exer-
tions of the Proprietors of this Establishment to contribute to
your pleasure—Your taste and liberality demand it !
'• For myself-and•brethren, I am at a loss to address you.—
We have received so many marks of public favour and private
kindness, that our feelings are best expressed, in the respectful
and sincere wish, of health and happiness to every individual
1 have the honour of addressing, and prosperity to the country
at large."

city has induced. the
Kelly'sl'lle Glasgow
iPna ptehrust state that Miss F.
Manager to conclude a new engagement with her.
—From thence she goes to Grtlet!ock for three
r took
between lllace
yr:lsetiest:..
nights, previous to her return to Covent
"Vl
LyDumtor.r.n—inAg lattacffahiarlokfF%ornmou,
of five Lind The parties concerned were Mr.
wl six. the, hours
W. B. and Mr. Y. both Gentlemen of fort„ne,
resident at the West End. The first fire being
without effect, the seconds interfered, but Mr. Y.
refused their intercession. IN the second fire
Mr. Y. wounded his adversary in the left arm,
and then declaring himself satisfied, the parties
left the ground. A young lady, we believe, was
the cause of the misunderstanding.