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Theatre protesters brought in a coffin for higher prices
When London’s rebuilt Covent Garden theatre raised some admission prices in 1809, patrons protested during performances. Banners and slogans filled the theatre. A coffin was even brought in with a message announcing the death of the new prices. The campaign eventually secured lower prices and an apology from management.
The audience staged a performance of its own.
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