Viewing Event Record: John Russell is charged with dishonesty, and removed from his position as gatherer at the Fortune

Abstract

William Bird writes to Edward Alleyn concerning John Russell, gatherer at the Fortune. Russell is accused of stealing from the box, and has been removed from the position. Out of respect to Alleyn, Bird observes, Russell is allowed to stay on as a stage attendant and general dogsbody.

Date Event Recorded

Date
From: circa 1615 (Source of claim: original)

Date Event Happened

Date
From: circa 1615 (Source of claim: original)

Venues

Name
Fortune (I)

Troupes

Name
Palsgrave's Men

People

Name Event Role(s) Document Role(s)
Alleyn, Edward company manager
Russell, John gatherer
Bird, William player

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Event Type

  • playhouse business