Title: Theater playbill for A.M. Hernandez at the Washington Theater, May 13, 1861
Description: Washington Theater. A.M. Hernandez. Really a physical phenomenon, an almost jointless man, who can place himself in conjunction with six dozen of bottles in a small box, two feet high, two feet broad and five feet long, a feat unparalleled, far surpassing those of the contortionists of Europe and America. Hernandez is an excellent clown and pantomimist, having for years been engaged as Premier Comique, by The Wonderful Ravels. His versatile talents are astonishing, he being master of 13 distinct instruments, a superb guitarist and an agile acrobat! Splendid attraction! This star company! Composed of the first order of talent! Ladies and gentlemen of versatile and artistic qualifications, selected without regard to expense, combining in one organization the most pleasing vocalists! The best Negro delinieators! Graceful and spirited  dancers! The best intrumentalists, &c. &c. &c. ... With the Monster Orchestra! and Brass Band! And the grand corps de ballet of 20 young ladies. Monday evening, May 13, '61 ...