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The Daily Dispatch: March 13, 1861., [Electronic resource], New York Bank statement. (search)
Theatre. --A large number of persons, including many ladies, witnessed the performance of Mrs. Bateman's comedy of "Self," on Monday night, and that the play gave general satisfaction to the audience was evidenced by frequent manifestations of approval. The character of "Mary Apex," a generous, self-sacrificing young lady, was well sustained by Miss Bateman, although there is nothing in the part that gives full scope to her dramatic powers. She rendered it in a pleasing manner; and properly avoided "over-acting," which in too many instances destroys the identity of gentleness, where that should be the predominant quality. Mrs. Phillips had a more With regard to the part of "John Unit" we had felt some anxiety, having previously seen it played by John Owens, who has few equals in this line of comedy; but Mr. Bateman took hold of it with a will, and carried it through successfully. Mr. Moxley, as Aunt Chloe, was really good. Indeed, the whole play was well performed, and w