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Ira Aldridge, "The African Roscius" by Bernth Lindfors
Bernth Lindfors
Black Cultural Archives
London, United Kingdom
An essay on Ira Aldridge by Bernth Lindfors.
Ira Aldridge was an African-American actor (1807-1867) who achieved great success internationally, winning many awards and honors. Billed as the "African Roscius," Aldridge played a range of Shakespearian roles including Othello, King Lear and Macbeth.
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- Title: Ira Aldridge, "The African Roscius" by Bernth Lindfors
- Creator: Bernth Lindfors
- Date Created: c1983-c2000
- Location: London
- Rights: Bernth Lindfors
- External Link: Black Cultural Archives
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