It Happened on
January 5, 1905
Thus begins a run of 122 performances and numerous revivals since. While critics at the time noted its somewhat old-fashioned melodramatic style, the audience reaction was exuberant and sustained: the play ran for hundreds of performances and laid the foundation for the novel’s success. It quickly became one of the most popular theatrical entertainments of its day, setting a template for high-adventure theatre and popular fiction alike.
This is the conception day event of 3 people, who also made a difference in history
279 days after the event were born.
Born on October 07, 1905 (1905 - 1981) Meyer LevinProlific American Jewish novelist, journalist, and filmmaker |
Born on October 11, 1905 (1905 - 1999) Fred TrumpFather of the 45th and 47th U.S. president, Donald Trump. |
266 days after the event was born.
Born on September 23, 1865 (1865 - 1947) The Baroness OrczyHungarian-born British novelist and playwright. She is best known for her series of novels featuring the Scarlet Pimpernel |
Born on September 28, 1905 (1905 - 1970) L. Mendel RiversDemocratic U.S. representative from South Carolina, representing the Charleston-based 1st congressional district for nearly 30 years |
People featured in this post:
The Baroness Orczy
Hungarian-born British novelist and playwright. She is best known for her series of novels featuring the Scarlet Pimpernel
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