Today In Broadway History: Actor Turned Novelist Born
Novel Actor
BROADWAY MAGAZINE – It was the best of times for Broadway, really. Charles Dickens, the author of legendary stories like “Oliver Twist”, “Little Dorrit” and “David Copperfield” among others, was born on February 7th 1812 in Portsmouth, England.
Charles Dickens started out on a career as an actor, but eventually turned to writing novels and it was in that medium that he found his greatest success.
Without question, the actor turned novelist has been a boon for Broadway. At this date 42 dramas or musicals based on Charles Dickens work have hit the Broadway stage…to say nothing of the countless Christmas Carols that entertain audiences around the world.
Most recently, A Tale Of Two Cities the musical appeared on Broadway, with mixed results. Still, we think, Mr. Dickens would’ve approved…and certainly would’ve got a ticket.
–Daniel Armirola, Broadway Magazine (photo by Carol Rosegg)
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Tags: Broadway, Charles Dickens, February 7, History, Oliver, Tale Of Two Cities
