William Lingard
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William Horace Lingard was a 19th century
English
comic singer.
that year. After this debut—held at the Theatre Comique, on 6 April 1868—Lingard became known as one of the funniest men of the time. He continued his career in New York, and later became manager of Wood's Theatre there.
, in the high fashion style of the era. Additionally, he mastered the art of quick change, eventually becoming able to act the part of six characters, with only a few seconds for each costume change.
Lingard is chiefly remembered for the well-known vaudeville song, "Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines
", sometimes shortened to simply "Captain Jinks." Lingard wrote the lyrics, and the music is attributed to T. Maclagan. It was a popular song of the 19th century, and is still sung to this day, having entered the country-western and bluegrass repertory. The song later became the basis of a stage comedy of the same title, written by Clyde Fitch
, and a 1975 opera
by Jack Beeson
. The song has various rendetions.
1868 Song Sheet, Captin' Jinks and the Horse Marines at www.liucedarswampcollection.org
Thirdspace 3/2 - Durden: Not Just a Leg Show at www.thirdspace.ca
E. J. Khan, The Merry Partners: the Age and Stage of Harrigan & Hart, 1955, pg. 152
Music history of the United States in the late 19th century
The latter part of the 19th century saw the increased popularization of African American music and the growth and maturity of folk styles like the blues.-Rag:...
English
English people
The English are a nation and ethnic group native to England, who speak English. The English identity is of early mediaeval origin, when they were known in Old English as the Anglecynn. England is now a country of the United Kingdom, and the majority of English people in England are British Citizens...
comic singer.
Immigration to America
In 1868, Lingard immigrated to America. He made his comic debut in New York CityNew York City
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that year. After this debut—held at the Theatre Comique, on 6 April 1868—Lingard became known as one of the funniest men of the time. He continued his career in New York, and later became manager of Wood's Theatre there.
Style
Lingard often appeared on stage in dragCross-dressing
Cross-dressing is the wearing of clothing and other accoutrement commonly associated with a gender within a particular society that is seen as different than the one usually presented by the dresser...
, in the high fashion style of the era. Additionally, he mastered the art of quick change, eventually becoming able to act the part of six characters, with only a few seconds for each costume change.
Major role
Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines
Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines is an opera in three acts by Jack Beeson written in 1975 to a libretto by Sheldon Harnick after the play by Clyde Fitch....
", sometimes shortened to simply "Captain Jinks." Lingard wrote the lyrics, and the music is attributed to T. Maclagan. It was a popular song of the 19th century, and is still sung to this day, having entered the country-western and bluegrass repertory. The song later became the basis of a stage comedy of the same title, written by Clyde Fitch
Clyde Fitch
Clyde Fitch was an American dramatist.-Biography:Born William Clyde Fitch at Elmira, New York, he wrote over 60 plays, 36 of them original, which varied from social comedies and farces to melodrama and historical dramas.As the only child to live to adulthood, his father, Captain William G...
, and a 1975 opera
Opera
Opera is an art form in which singers and musicians perform a dramatic work combining text and musical score, usually in a theatrical setting. Opera incorporates many of the elements of spoken theatre, such as acting, scenery, and costumes and sometimes includes dance...
by Jack Beeson
Jack Beeson
Jack Beeson was an American composer. He was known particularly for his operas, the best known of which are Lizzie Borden, Hello Out There! and The Sweet Bye and Bye.-Biography:...
. The song has various rendetions.
See also
Bluegrass Messengers at bluegrassmessengers.com1868 Song Sheet, Captin' Jinks and the Horse Marines at www.liucedarswampcollection.org
Thirdspace 3/2 - Durden: Not Just a Leg Show at www.thirdspace.ca
E. J. Khan, The Merry Partners: the Age and Stage of Harrigan & Hart, 1955, pg. 152