JOURNAL ARTICLE

JOHN RICH: THE BEGGAR'S OPERA AND THE ORIGINS OF COVENT GARDEN THEATRE.

  • Published In: Theatre Notebook, 2024, v. 78, n. 2. P. 86 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: JENKINS, TERRY 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores English theatre manager John Rich's financial management and debunks the long-standing misconception that profits from "The Beggar's Opera" financed the construction of Covent Garden theatre. Topics include Rich's use of investor funds for the theatre, the historical intricacies of theatrical patents, and the resolution of ownership conflicts after his death.

Additional Information

  • Source:Theatre Notebook. 2024/05, Vol. 78, Issue 2, p86
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0040-5523
  • Accession Number:182315974

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