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October 24, 1876
The Portland Daily Press
Portland, Cumberland County, Maine
What is this article about?
Despite a storm, a large audience attended the benefit performance for actress Lizzie May Ulmer at Music Hall, watching the comedy 'Our Boys'. Ulmer received warm applause for her role as Mary, and the cast performed admirably.
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The Ulmer Benefit.--A very large audience, considering the storm, gathered at Music Hall last night, on the occasion of the testimonial benefit to Lizzie May Ulmer, the popular and talented soubrette actress. The play selected was that excellent comedy "Our Boys." On the merits of the rendition we have not space to dwell. The actors, considering the very limited time which they had to devote to the lines and business, acquitted themselves well. An especial word should be said for Miss Maeder's "Clarissa." Miss Ulmer was very warmly welcomed at each of her appearances, and received other marks of approbation during the evening. She has reason to be proud of her reception. She made a charming "Mary" of course.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Theater Benefit
Lizzie Ulmer
Our Boys Comedy
Soubrette Actress
What entities or persons were involved?
Lizzie May Ulmer
Miss Maeder
Where did it happen?
Music Hall
Story Details
Key Persons
Lizzie May Ulmer
Miss Maeder
Location
Music Hall
Event Date
Last Night
Story Details
A large audience gathered at Music Hall for the testimonial benefit to Lizzie May Ulmer, featuring the comedy 'Our Boys'. The actors performed well despite limited rehearsal time. Miss Maeder's Clarissa was notable, and Ulmer was warmly received as Mary.