In spite of all sorts of commercial difficulties and the
rural tendencies at this time of year, there are sure to be enough people left in or passing through a huge metropolis to fill one little theatre. The Adelphi actors have for some time enjoyed the advantage of being the one company in the worst season of the year; and the possession of the monopoly more than compensates for the badness of the season. Last year, the Adelphi, with scarcely a new production' was constantly crammed at this period; and now the Haymarket, which is occupied by the Adelphians' playing their old pieces ad libitum, is equally fortunate. Be it always borne in mind, that the company of the Adelphi contains several favourite performers, and that, with some deficiencies, it is well adapted to its purpose. We need not attribute all to luck, where wisdom has something to do with the matter.
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