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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D5459/1/51
Former ReferenceD5459/1/91
TitleMrs Jordan in the Character of Priscilla Tomboy : In the Musical Entertainment of The Romp
Date[1780-1789]
DescriptionPortrait of Mrs Jordan standing, facing right, fists raised. She wears a white dress with a large blue sash and red shoes and has her hair loose. Available on CD 158.
LevelItem
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
ArtistWoodward, George Murgatroyd (?1765-1809)
Archive CreatorGeorge Murgatroyd Woodward (1765-1809), artist and writer
Further InformationDorothy Jordan, née Bland (1761-1816) was the daughter of an actress and a Dublin Judge. She made her debut at the Crow Street theatre in Dublin in 1779 and in 1785 she first played Priscilla at Drury Lane. She was, from 1790 to 1810, associated with the Duke of Clarence.

She was best known for her comic roles, the Public Advertiser commented:
"Of the low comedy of Mrs. Jordan we cannot say too much in praise"
She played in 'The Romp' at Drury Lane on 30 Oct 1786, 29 Jan 1787, and 20 Mar 1787.
Physical DescriptionColoured drawing. Size 224 x 180 mm. Portrait.
CopiesA digital copy can also be viewed on the public computers at the record office.
Publication NoteB.D.A., London Stage.
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Mrs Jordan in the Character of Priscilla Tomboy : In the Musical Entertainment of The Romp

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