Rich, Christopher
(c.1657–1714)English *manager. Taking control of the ailing *patent company at *Drury Lane around 1693, Rich is cast as the tyrannical villain of theatre history largely because he made the commercial success of the company his first priority. His attempt to cut salaries caused a revolt by the leading players, who formed a rival company at ... ...
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