DIBDIN: The Waterman; or, The First of August* ; or, The First of August*

DIBDIN: The Waterman; or, The First of August* 8 August. London, Hm. Ballad opera , text and music (partly composed and partly compiled) by Dibdin. Two acts. Very successful on English stages; frequently revived in London during the 19th century, and as late as 23 May 1911 at C.G. for Santley’s benefit and farewell performance. Given at Dublin 31 December 1776; Edinburgh 11 January 1777; Spanish Town, Jamaica February 1789; Philadelphia 8 April 1791; New York 22 May 1793 (last revived 1 July…