FOR MESSRS. MACREADY AND CHARLES KEAN.
Take an enormous hero—work him up with improbabilities—dress him in spangles and a long train—disguise his head as much as possible, as the great beauty of this dish is to avoid any resemblance to the “tête de veau au naturel.”
A TETE A TETE.
Grill him for three acts. When well worked up, add a murder or large dose of innocence (according to the palate of the guests)—Season, with a strong infusion of claqueurs and box orders. Serve up with twelve-sheet posters, and imaginary Shaksperian announcements.
N.B. Be careful, in cooking the heroes, not to turn their backs to the front range—should you do so the dish will be spoiled.