Alfred Bunn

Alfred Bunn (April 8, 1796 – December 20, 1860) was an English theatrical manager.

Quotes

 * I dreamt that I dwelt in marble halls, With vassals and serfs at my side.
 * "I Dreamt I Dwelt In Marble Halls", The Bohemian Girl, Act 2 (1843), set to music by Michael William Balfe.


 * But I also dreamt, which pleased me most, That you lov'd me still the same.
 * "I Dreamt I Dwelt In Marble Halls", The Bohemian Girl, Act 2 (1843), set to music by Michael William Balfe.


 * The heart bowed down by weight of woe To weakest hope will cling.
 * The Bohemian Girl (1843), set to music by Michael William Balfe.


 * The light of other days is faded, And all their glories past.
 * The Maid of Artois (1836) set to music by Michael William Balfe. Compare: "Some banquet-hall deserted, Whose lights are fled, Whose garlands dead, And all but he departed", Thomas Moore, Oft in the Stilly Night.