R.W. Murray
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R.W. Murray was a Cape Senator and theatre enthusiast.
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Biography
Active in Cape Town circa 1850s-1860s
Contribution to SA theatre, film, media and/or performance
The Cape Town Theatrical Club (later to become the Cape Town Dramatic Club) was founded under his auspices at Mr Welch's residence in Buitekant Street, Cape Town, in 1857 or 1858. He was the first President of the club.
Sources
F.C.L. Bosman, 1980. Drama en Toneel in Suid-Afrika, Deel II: 1856-1912. Pretoria: J.L. van Schaik.
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