Venue(s):
Barnum's American Museum [JAN 1842-JUL 1865]
Event Type:
Variety / Vaudeville
Status:
Published
Last Updated:
17 February 2011
“Mr. Barnum has set apart the evening of April 9th for a Museum benefit to the United States Sanitary Commission.”
“Sanitary Fair Week . . . Fifth and Last Week of the Brilliant Spectacular Drama Aphrosa, or the Spirit of Beauty and the wonderful illuminated fountain of real water. All the varied hues of the rainbow reflected in dazzling splendor. Living fairies, Grand Corps de Ballet, Gorgeous Scenery, Elegant Costumes, and Appropriate Music combine to make this the most attractive piece ever presented to the public, which, notwithstanding its immense success must be withdrawn.”