Frontier of the stage: a vivid slice of 19th‑century theatre life and the rise of a leading tragedian.
Barry Sullivan and His Contemporaries, Vol. 1 of 2: A Histrionic Record chronicles the early career of Barry Sullivan and his circle across Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and other theatres. It blends personal story with theatre history, offering behind‑the‑scenes voices, rivalries, shows, and the ambitions that shaped the era.
Readers will meet managers, actors, and venues that defined a bustling period in British theatre, from stock companies to touring troupes, and witness the moments that helped Sullivan ascend to prominence.
- Snapshots of key early productions and the actors who left a mark on the era.
- Insights into theatre management, touring life, and stagecraft of the time.
- Colorful anecdotes about friendships, rivalries, and professional turning points.
- A chronicle that connects city theaters, managers, and the evolving art of performance.
Ideal for readers of theatre history, biographical sketches, and fans curious about the making of a 19th‑century stage legend.