Model of the Drury Lane; London, 1778 (B14)

Scope and content:: Depiction of the "screen scene" from A School for Scandal by Richard Brinsley Sheridan. Shows the use of wing and drop scenery on a deep stage, the depth of the forestage, proscenium doors, and stage boxes. Created by James P. Maginnis under the direction of Walter H. Godfrey, based on a contemporary print.

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Location of this collection:: Rare Book & Manuscript Library

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