Mr Melvyn
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Mr Melvyn (fl 1860s) was an American singer and actor.
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Biography
Contribution to SA theatre, film, media and/or performance
A member of the "original" Christy Minstrels that visited South Africa in 1862, he was apparently one of two members who performed in blackface. The company's successful appearances had a huge impact on popular entertainment in Cape Town and the country during the 19th century.
He was apparently the leading actor in their performances of La Somnambula
Sources
F.C.L. Bosman. 1980. Drama en Toneel in Suid-Afrika, Deel II, 1856-1916. Pretoria: J.L. van Schaik: pp. 139-140.
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