Henry Pottinger
In September 1881, Halton travelled to America to music direct "Patience", at the Standard Theatre in New York, until March 1882. During the last month he also conducted Henry Pottinger Stephens and Edward Solomon's "Claude Duval", alternating with "Patience". He then returned to England to music direct "Patience" on tour until December 1883. Next, beginning in February 1884, was "Princess Ida". Then, beginning in February 1885, "Trial by Jury" and "Sorcerer" were played in repertory with "Princess Ida".