1476 (Vol. 3)

ASTLEY’S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE.—

Sole Lessee and Manager, Mr. W. COOKE.

Immense success of the Holiday novelties. Second week of the Equestrian Gala. On Monday, May 23, 1853, and during the week, the highly successful New Hippo-Drama, with New Scenery, Costumes, and Appointments, entitled THE CHASE; or, Life on the Turf, in which will be represented a Fox Chase, with Real Fox and Hounds. Illustration of the daring and celebrated Aylesbury Leap of the Horse over a Dining Table. The Race and Steeple Chase, &c. To be followed by an unprecedented display of Equestrian and Gymnastic Achievements in the Arena, introducing Mr. W. Cooke’s highly trained horses and ponies, supported by the eminent artistes of the establishment, and the Premier Horseman, Mr. Alfred Cooke, and his talented family in the New Classical and Beautiful Act, entitled THE KING OF THE AIR; or, Shining Herald of Aurora, which has been nightly received with perfect enthusiasm, Box-office open from Eleven till Four. Stage Manager, Mr. W. West.