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'Mr Ira Aldridge, the African tragedian, made his first appearance at the Surrey Theatre on Monday Evening, 20th ult., as Zanga, in the 'Revenge'.  Our Illustration represents the last scene of the tragedy, wherein he is trampling on the prostrate Don Alonzo.  His reception throughout the performance was flattering; and as the play progressed the applause became enthusiastic.  Mr Aldridge possesses an excellent voice, commanding figure, and expressive countenance; to which he adds the advantages of education and study.'  ' Throughout the play he more than realised the high ecomiums that had previously been passed upon him; and many who ridiculed the idea of a native-born African successfully representing a dramatic character, retired with very different feelings.' Article and illustration published in the Illustrated London News, 1st April 1848.

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Image type:	Print
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Ref:	05322
Identifier:	Oversize - Surrey Theatre 3/951 p.11
Date:	1848

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