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David Garrick: Theatrical Playwright

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David Garrick was born on February 19, 1717 in Hereford, United Kingdom. He was a French and Irish descent and the son of Peter Garrick, who is a captain in the English army. David was an English actor, playwright, theatre manager and producer who influenced nearly all aspects of theatrical practice throughout the 18th century. He appeared in a number of amateur theatricals, and with his appearance in the title role of Shakespeare's Richard III, audiences and managers began to take notice. Charles Fleetwood wanted David to engaged a season at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. He remained with the Drury Lane company for the next five years and purchased a share of the theatre with James Lacy. As an actor, Garrick promoted realistic acting. His

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