Autobiographical Sketch of Mrs. John Drew

The Autobiographical Sketch of Mrs. John Drew is a memoir written by Louisa Lane Drew, who was a renowned actress and theatre manager in the 19th century. In this book, she provides a detailed account of her personal and professional life, spanning from her childhood in England to her successful career in America. Louisa Lane Drew was born into a family of actors and was introduced to the theatre at a young age. She eventually joined her family's theatre company and became a popular actress in England. In 1832, she moved to America and continued her acting career there.The book provides insights into the theatre scene in the 19th century and the challenges faced by actors and theatre managers during that time. Louisa Lane Drew also talks about her family life, including her marriage to John Drew, who was also a prominent actor and theatre manager.Throughout the memoir, Louisa Lane Drew shares anecdotes and experiences from her life in the theatre, including her interactions with famous actors and actresses of her time. She also discusses her efforts to improve the quality of theatre in America and her role in establishing the famous Arch Street Theatre in Philadelphia.Overall, the Autobiographical Sketch of Mrs. John Drew provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a pioneering woman in the theatre industry and her contributions to the development of American theatre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.