The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1842-07-07

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Martin MILFORD Mr.. Charles Seymour.
Modus. Mr. Butler
Gaylove ........... Mr.. Lyttleton.
Fathom .....'......'. Mr. Francis Seymour
Thomas. ............. Mr. Murray.
StePhen. ........ Captain Cole"
II will be observed from the above bill of the per-
formances those who took part in that popular
ma were, with only one or two exceptions, amateurs
was erected in the back drawing room of the fsmi-
ly mansion, in Belgrave square, and al the end of
the saloon seats were arranged for the distinguished
audience The capabilities Of the noble lords pre-
sent residence not aording convenience for hume
rous assemblage, the invitations issued were ncces
sarily limited The performances commenced
shortly alter nine O'Clock, and terminated at halt
past twelve, when petit soper served up in the
dining room. About 100 Of the nobility were pre-
sent.
Madame Lepus Jenny Colon, the pretty and
celebrated actress died, after tedious illness, ut
her residence, Rue Neuve des Mathurins Paris.
Mr. Knowles's new play of the " Rose Of Anagon''
is nightly increasing in attraction at the Haymarket
Mr.. and Mrs Charles kean were never seen to
greater advantage.
Celeste has been drawing crowds at Manchester
and Leeds.
Lord and Lady Francis Eserton concluded their
series of theatrical entertainment on "Wednesday
night by another representation Of the Hunch-
back" We understand extravaganza entitled
Blue Beard" is in preparation.
Charles Matthews passed his examination under
the lnsolvent Debtors Act last Thursday and was
discharged.
A Berlin music dealer has converted Rossni's
StdbGt Mater into values and gaopades.
RubLi arrived in London, from Paris, to fulfil his
engagement Tor a limited number OF nights at her
Majestv's Theatre. Rachel also reached town from
the French capital
The celebrated List gave a grand concert at ST.
Petersburg the 22d ult for the benefit of the city
of Hamburg, at which sum Of ~. 100 roubles
900 francs) was received.
The opera Of " RI ber the Devil was again per-
formed at Covent Garden Theatre, on Wednesday
night. by the German COMPANY, with a new tenor,
Herr Bretlng, In The part OF =" Robert"
Her Majesty, it is said, intends to give musical
entertainment shortly, consisting OF English madfi-
gals.
Meyerbeers gigantic opera, I" La Huguenots," Is
IN preparation by The German Operatic Company, at
Covent-garden
AT the Academic Royale, at Paris, the" Cabecil-
la Opera in two acts, Of which the partition is
by Ambroise Thomas, is almost ready for represen-
taon. II is supposed this piece will have consid-
cradle run. The eleven tablcaur which are to be
introduced in the grand ballet, Of the Roeiere de
| Grand" are reported to be Of On extraordin airy
| magnificence and good taste.
On the 2lst Of last month"; the first representation
| of the Huguenots took place at the Royal Thea
tire, the Great Opera House. Berlin after having been
Incorporation and rehearsal for than two years.
The part OF Valentine performed by the renown-
| ed Madame Schroeder Devrient, who was sent for
expressly by the direction Madrid. in order
dertake this part which requires a consummate mu-
stefan and an exquisite comedian. The illustrious
composer himself presided at the piano. The sue
cess of the opera was immense, and at the close Of
the cries of "Vive Meyerbeer." Madame Schrp-
der Devrient was obliged to appear three times on
the proscenlum
List ie now in St. Petcrsburgh. He realised by
his two first concerts the enormous sum Of Co.
rubles, upwards Of co 200 sterling.
Mdle. Mars has Iust been appointed inspectrees Of
the classes of defamation at the Conservatory at
Paris. Her appointments paid from the budget OF
the establishment fixed at fl00 per annum.
TngiioDl has reached Milan, and has already ap-
pea,ed at the Scala in the fantastica ballet of Sa-
III, rte For hA-L .L L.
Philippe Taglloni.
We understand that the preminaries of matr-
monial alliance arranged between the accom-
plshed pnma donna OF the English stage, Miss Ade-
laide Kembe. and gentleman of large private for
tune, named Sartoris, of Spanish extraction
Lady Shelley gave her second musical party, on
Saturday, at Broom House, Fulham, when several
eminent professionals were engaged to assist the
amateurs OF ton Bale and his sposa, and Pug
III the deputy manager of her Maiestys Theatre are
usually engaged for her adyshp's musical dire1isss-
ments
Mr. C. Mathews, the comedian, passed the Insol-
vents Court yesterday week, and obtained his dis
charge.
MARRIAGE OF M. SCRIBE, TIE CELEBRATED VAUDz-
vTLLsTE.-The grand subject OF chit chat in the
Ions of Paris is the marriage OF this celebrated wri
ter. After having made amdrria &c de raison,
rage de incltnatid di,icindtion, and marriage
d'argent, and marrying host Of colonies Of the en-
pre- marqusses OF the ancient rgme, dandies, nota-
ries, dplomaiss, and stock brokers, he has at last
thought of marrying hmssf He, on Wednesday,
espoused Young and pretty widow, who, in add,
ton to her other charms, will bring dowry of 200
0O0f. This marriage was brought about in q amer
that may give him idea OF plot for his next pece.
Having a sum to place out al interest he was intro
duced to rich wine merchani at Ville,tc, who Of
fered 10 manage the affair for him quite to his eas-
faction, giving him as security mortgage on very
large property, The terms, however did not suit M.
Scribe Not long after, however, The daughter Of
the said wine merchant Ia young widow,) called on
him on some business, and after very short inter-
view, an offer was the consequence. The daughter
the bearer from her father stating that in order
TO arrange the affair to his satisfaction she had
only objection to the mortgage, which was then ca
silly effected, and the marriage afterwards resulted
from the interview.
Mademoiselle Rachel commenced short engage
lnent at her Majesty Theatre, on Friday, June H.
as Camille" in the tragedy of the "Horoccs'-
The performance emineniIy succc ssful. and the
enthusiasm Of the house was most ardeniy express
ed. As Madcmoiselle Rachel was led across the
stage the whole audience rose up to salute her with
their reiterated plaud,ts.
NJ Tamburini, has proceeded to italy 10 recruit
ms health, and If now enjoying the heerfes welcome
In falenza, bis native place, where he has given
several performances for his distressed townRmen.
Norma was played NJ Covent Garden Theatre.
on Friday, June IL, TO give Madame Stookel Heino-
letter an opportunity Of appearing IN the principal
tlncuon on the Continent. Her performance Of II
was marked by much cleycrness
Sheridan's comedy Of " The School for Scandal"
was performed at the iaymarkctTheatre on Friday
June H. and attracted very numerous audience.
The play strongly cast, and its performance eli
cited very general applause.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Mathews have left Bronp-
fon-row on a professional tour in the provinces--
They willperform at Liverpool end Dublin ere they
eiurn TO London.
Rubin, who reached town m Tuesday, June
ae derived considerable benefit from six month
ranqui residence al Bergamo, his estate in "
lis first performance will he in Lucia"
10 be followed by "R