James H. Caldwell, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

James H. Caldwell

American actor, theatre manager, businessman

Date of Birth: 10-May-1793

Place of Birth: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 11-Sep-1863

Profession: theatre manager, stage actor

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

James Henry Caldwell (1793–1863), was an American (originally English) actor and theatre manager.
He introduced English language theatre in New Orleans, where he managed the St.
Philip Street Theatre in 1820–22, the Camp Street Theatre in 1822-35, and the St.
Charles Theatre in 1835–42.
He introduced gas lightning to New Orleans.