Greaves - the Giant Nigger, 1 Dec. 1851 -6 Dec. 1851, Lancashire

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Troupe: Greaves - the Giant Nigger
Troupe: Russell - The Nigger Dwarf
Venue Type: Concert Hall
Location: Blackburn
County: Lancashire
Type: Variety
Venue: Concert Room
Date: 1 December 1851-6 December 1851
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  • Era (London) December 7, 1851: 11:3.
    Info in Record:
    • Performance Type:
      Variety
    • Performers Listed: “Mr. J. Greaves” (Nigger Giant), “Master A. Russell” (Nigger Dwarf)
    • Days & Times: “during the past week”
    • Venue Name: “Burnley, Concert Room”
    • Other Acts on Bill: "Mr and Mrs. Armstrong," "Miss James, the sentimental vocalist"
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