ABBOTTS OPERA HOUSE.— MISS JENNIE LEE.
The theatre was so crammed on Saturday night with visitors to witness "Jo," as represented by this talented actress, that a considerable portion of the audience were obliged to stand during the performance. We have heard it stated to be the largest audience ever present on the same evening to witness a theatrical performance in this city. The house is estimated to hold £125 when the audience is seated, and £130 represents a " crowded house;" but on Saturday the amount received was £136. So great a manifestation of interest stimulated the performers to the utmost of their ability, and the result was as satisfactory to the auditors as it was to the management. " Jo" is undoubtedly a performance not only wonderful as an example of histrionic art, but unique. It is most carefully and completely worked out in all matters of detail. Its truthfulness to the type, and its extraordinary individuality strikes the audience from the moment "Jo" enters, and engages the attention to the last act. The company, moreover, is an excellent one. Every member of it represents a part requiring specific and detailed treatment. There ia certainly no abatement in the interest which Miss Lee has created, and the piece is sure to "run" for some time.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume XX, Issue 6692, 30 April 1883, Page 5
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