The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1860-08-06
Dramatic Matters.
RKAPPEARANCE OF EDWIN FORREST, THE AMERICAN
TRAGEDIAN.


TRAGEDIAN.
For long time the public have been most anxious To
ascertain whether Mr. Edwin Forrest the American ira
gedan had quilted the stage for e whether be could
be induced 10 give at least series of farewell representa-
tions The efforts Of managers 10 obtain from Mr. For
rest declaration Of his intentions have been most
unremtng, and have at last been crowned with success
Mr. Nixon Of Niblos Garden, who has been engaged In
many remarkably successful theatrical enterprises has
at length been enabled to eec, engagement, and Mr.
Forrest almost the only living representative OF tragedy,
and by far the best on the American stage, will
make his first appearance since his retire
ment at Niblo's Garden the 18th Of September
next supported by carefully selected and fully compe
tent company including among Others the favorite Mr.
Charles Fisher. Mr. Forests last appearance in this
city was at the Broadway theatre, about three years
ago, and he gave aer that time, believe only few
farewell representations in the provinces His engage
ment with Mr. Nixon the term Of six months, and
be will pay, not only New York. but also at Boston,
Philadelphia Baltimore md other. of principal cities,
enactng all of his original and, We understand, one
or two new characters. It is not stated whether
this is to be Mr.. Forests farewell engagement,
but the probabilities that New Workers will not
have another opportunity Of seeing their avorte
actor in his best roles The bare announcement Of Mr.
Forests appearance will doubtless create sensation
rivaing the greatest with which New York has recently
been visited, aud Mr. Nixon viii undoubtedly achieve
far surprising that of any of his former enter
prses In this his latest bodest and most popular coup de
theatre From present indications the approaching
will far surpass In brilancy any which New York has
witnessed for many years.
Although the attractions at principal places Of
amusement have been but sghtly varied during the
past fortnight, there is little abatement In the
interest manifested by the public and each of leading
theatres has generally been well filed every night
during the past week.
At Laura Keepes "Our American Cousin" In full tide
Of success and will be continued until further notice.
Mr. Jefferson managerial has thus far been deci-
dcdly successful and he will doubtless make appro-
pirate nnis Of the season with the popular comedy now
on the boards.
At Winter Garden the Raves have been astonishing and
delghtiDg large audiences nightly during the past fort
night Tonight viii be given for the first time, ~ fairy
pantomime entitled "Magic Pills"
The rorences Commence the seventh week OF their
summer season al wsllask's tonight, when "Dombey
SOM will DO presented for the last time during the sea-
son. Those who have not seen Mr. Florence as Captain
Edward Cutsle Mariner should avail themselves Of the
present tunity. Mr. and Mrs Florence will, during
the week. appear several Of their favorte Characters
AtNibo's Gsren~ Nixon's equestrian troupe comes in
for its share Of public favor The Fox Hunters Jubilee
is announced for tonight, and every night during the
week.
At the New Bowery theatre Mr.. T. Eddy will appear
to night in the thrilling Indian drama, written expressly
for Mr. Eddy entitled "Mantlnmo The Last Of the Mar
ragansetts The bill also embraces the Scotch drama OF
"wallace," and laughable aterpiece.
At Barpums, in addition TO the extensive cabinet Of
curl sities several attractive features announced
Bryants Ministries announce a "Grand Gala Opening
to night, and offer an attractive BILL
Mr.. Sam Cower has been engaged AZ Canterbury Hall
and will make his FIRST appearance tonight.
At the National Varieties "The Toodles" and small
catalogue of other attractions are offered.
From the twelfth annual report Of the Dramatic Fund
Association learn % is due the association from
members most Of whom might easily pay up, the sum Of
5000 25 In consequen Of the great demand upon the
fund during The last year. balance the hands Of the
treasurer 10 only 500 TO-
1t s stated that Miss Charlotte Cwhman, who Is now on
visit friends West Point will succeed Mr. and
Mss Barney Williams at Winter Garden.