ABSTRACT
There is not a play of Shakespeare’s which more admits or justifies a magnificent arrangement of scene than the chronicle play of King John. Its worthy presentation in an English theatre was one of the triumphs of Mr Macready’s direction of Drury Lane ten years ago, and Mr Charles Kean now follows that example in his revival of the play at the Princess’s with a devotion of care and study as well as a lavish expenditure of scenic resource which they think entitled to the highest praise. Every playgoer must recollect the brilliant reception which was justly accorded to this marvellous production. As the curtain closed upon the third act vociferous cheers continued for some time, when Mr. Kean came in front, and said, having been so unanimously called for he took that opportunity to thank them for extraordinary success of the season, and congratulated them more so when he stated that success was caused through a play of Shakspere’s.
