An Original Prince of Wales Royal Theatre Programme for the 'The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare starring Sir Squire Bancroft and Ellen Terry. Sir Squire Bancroft 1841-1926, was an English actor-manager. He and his wife Effie Bancroft are considered to have instigated a new form of drama known as 'drawing-room comedy' or 'cup and saucer drama', owing to the realism of their stage sets. Dated 1865. Four sided. Size is 195mm x 120mm. Condition is good. Slight marking.