Biographia Dramatica, Or, A Companion to the Playhouse Containing Historical and Critical Memoirs, and Original Anecdotes, of British and Irish Dramatic Writers, from the Commencement of Our Theatrical Exhibitions, Among Whom are Some of the Most Celebrated Actors : Also an Alphabetical Account, and Chronological Lists, of Their Works, the Dates when Printed, and Observations on Their Merits : Together with an Introductory View of the Rise and Progress of the British Stage