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was not neglected now, and the performance accordingly really deserved all the
expressions of approval which were heard, so remarkably well did all the performers
present their roles, and it was a true enjoyment which was offered in the theatre that
evening. Madame Steiner was incomparable as Clotilde in "Elskes eller døe," and as the
Baroness in "Fruentimmerhaderen;" these scenes could indeed scarcely be given better, at
it is worthy of admiration at how much Nature she gives the character in her roles up to
the very smallest nuances. Mr. Petersen did not let expectations be disappointed: his
roles are well studied and presented with great confidence. Mr. Steiner gave the Duke del
Fuentes and the other roles with success, which also properly can be said about Mr. Bech
as Notarius; his acting is exceedingly easy and pleasant.
The company is giving two more performances here - one tomorrow as a benefit for Mr.
Bech - and the numerous public which almost every evening has had, and the satisfaction
with which it has seen itself rewarded for its diligence and effort, will certainly not be
lacking these times either.
#11, August 18--
(Contributed.) The Petersen Theatre Company yesterday concluded its performances
with Scribe's The Quaker and the Dancer (Qvækeren og Dandserinden) - Heiberg's
vaudeville "Nei" and an "Epilog." The praiseworthy effort which this company has made
at all its presentations deserves our full recognition, which it also received at its last
performance, and which was expressed by the unusually numerous attendance. Madame
Petersen's acting, as the noble, proud Georgina, surrounded by irresponsibility and
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