Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1845-11-14
Eor Tie Enquirer.

Messrs. Editors Will you allow me, TOT one
moment, TO intrude upon your columns, for the
purpose Of calling the attention OF the citizens OF
Richmond 10 The accomplished Theatrical corps
that are engaged for the present season TO per-
form al the Marshall?
Good actors should be encouraged, principally
because their talents deserve it, and also because,
with US, there are very few who may properly be
styled good; and therefore, when one OF this class
come. among us, as he must come al personal si-
crificc it is our duty TO award 10 him that credit,
and afford him that patronage, which he merits.
Entertaining these views, am sure no one,
who has had a sufficient opportunity TO come TO
conclusion, will upbraid me for making this pub
lie notice of The performances OF Mr.. PotteIs
Company.
On Wednesday evening, The strength Of the
Company was called lorlh in The "Dream at Sea. !"
Mr. w. G. Jones, who always acts his part
well, was more than himsellon this occasion, and
his faithful personaion OF Laurence Lynwood"
was highly applauded by all who Witnessed il.
Galley Croaker," by MIR. Robinson, the man
who will never make you cry, but for Joy, and
will throw you into commissions even when you
wish 10 be sad, was done up 10 nature.
Mr.. w. ). Forrest, who has for some time been
swimming golden opinions" for himself added TO
his already high reputation as an actor IN come
dy, by the happy manner in which he sustained
his characters as TON Tickle, in The Dream,
and "Jack Cabbage" in "Sudden Thoughts" |
venture The assertion that Ibis gentleman has
few, il any superioTs.
Mrs. Lewis was herself, as usual and elected
unbounded applause in her character OF Ann
Trevanion. Trevanion, Mr.. Donova n which cha
racter was admirably performed.
Mrs Potter, The /" charming Mrs. Potter, Ma
lures own sweet child, was there also, with her
simplicity and her peculiar power TO delight her
more than gratifed audience. Mrs Potter is d
favorile wherever she goes, and will never wear
out A long and prosperous Lille TO her
Miss Gertrude, Miss Homer and MIR Good
win all well known and appreciated, were, as
they ever are, kindly received, and most vocier-
ouSly encorcd.
But, contessedly, THE STAR Of the evening was
Miss TuRNDUlL. In efecting an engagement
with this talented and highly accomplished lady,
Mr. Potter proved himself TO be caterer OF re-
fined taste and excellent judgment; and am sure
it will be only necessary Tor the citizens of this
city To br satisfied oil the magnitude and brlliancy
OF This STAR, in order, fully and altogether, 10
rcmunerale Mr.. p. for all his pains and expense.
In speaking of the many attractions which this
lady possesses, the highest eulosium which mere
words could besow, would be but "taint praise"
indeed. She dances with The most exquisite
grace and elegance All Of her motions are easy
and beautiful her form is excellent-Aer smile
is bewilchng, and her whole person scaplivating
in the extreme
There are other members Of The Company who
richly deserve notice complimentary, but have
already occupied too much OF yourtiIne and fear
you are wearied. have written this merely 10
call the attention Of the play-going public in this
city, 10 those who are now endeavoring 10 amuse
and interest them in the Ilistrionic art, feeling
assured that they who 50 well know how 10
appreciate talent and reward merit will mol allow
this opportunity 10 pass by neglected
FALSTAFF