Nicholas Nickleby Chapter 23

In which we join a curious company of travelling players, led by the irascible Mr Vincent Crummles, as they journey to Portsmouth where Nicholas is introduced to this humble world of canvas backdrops, sawdust, and theatrical bustle. Amidst lively rehearsals, odd characters, and peculiar domestic arrangements, Nicholas begins to find his footing in the strange and bustling theatrical life that awaits him.