Background
Barrett, Lawrence was born on April 4, 1838 in Paterson, New Jersey, United States. Son of Thomas Barrett.
Barrett, Lawrence was born on April 4, 1838 in Paterson, New Jersey, United States. Son of Thomas Barrett.
Made 1st appearance in New York City in The Hunchback, 1857. Played opposite Edwin Booth at Booth’s Theater, New York City, 1870-1871.
Famed throughout nation for Shakespearian roles (particularly Richard III, King Lear, Romeo, Hamlet).
Member Boston Museum Company, 1858-1861.
