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Sweeney, J.W., 12 Dec. 1844 -12 Dec. 1844, Nottinghamshire

Event Type

Circus

Event Details

Venue Type: Circus
Location: Nottingham
County: Nottinghamshire
Note:
Venue possible only (location at which the Van Amburgh's circus - a traveling venue - was erected is uncertain. The Corn Exchange is a likely option.)
Type: Circus
Venue: Corn Exchange, Nottingham

Date

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Date notes
Thursday; may have been other performances this week as well



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Bibliographic Sources

  • Nottingham Mercury December 20, 1844: Referenced in University of Bristol, Barker Collection.
    Info in Record:
    • Performance Type: Circus
    • Performers Listed: Mr. Sweeney
    • Days & Times: “on Thursday evening” (Dec. 12)
    • Venue Name: The Circus
    • Other Acts on Bill: Van Amburgh’s animals, Mr. Wallett (clown), Mr. Derious (equestrian)
    • Program Info: “Mr. Sweeney appeared with his bango [sic]”
    • Other: audience, description/review