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Archeological Dig in Pitman New Jersey Unearths VaudevilleIt's 1926 all over again! This show is like nothing you have ever seen, unless you were here eighty-five years ago. More than a show, Vaudeville at the Broadway is an invitation to step back in time and experience celebration that was Vaudeville. -
Click: An Odd Consortium of Vaudeville and DramaDespite the vaudeville slapstick jokes, Click is a movie with a serious message, and, oddly enough, Adam Sandler's dramatic acting makes the point with provoking clarity. This oddly mixed comedic/dramatic story is well told through clean, tight writing. -
BRAG Vaudeville Spectacular Comes to Gene Frankel TheatreThe BRAG Vaudeville Spectacular is set to hit the Gene Frankel Theatre in Manhattan -- Come check it out!
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Top Twelve Vaudeville Performances on YouTubeTop twelve vaudeville performances on YouTube
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I Love Lucy and Fred Mertz's Old Vaudeville PartnerA fun article highlighting Fred Mertz and the often talked about but rarely seen Barney Kurtz. This vaudeville act is responsible for the famous trunk where all the costumes come from where for all of Lucy's famous schemes.
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Bob Hope & George Burns Bring Back VaudevilleIn 1978, on a special entitled A Tribute to the Palace Theater, Bob Hope and George Burns performed a number that was typical of acts often seen on the vaudeville stage. -
"Showstoppers at Starr's Theatrical Emporium" at Calvary Chapel of Vineland, New JerseyFamily Friendly Merlodrama Theater in Vineland brings back the good ole' days of Vaudeville Entertainment.
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Cirque Du Soleil's Banana Shpeel Slips Up in ChicagoBanana Shpeel, the latest Cirque Du Soleil production, slips up when trying to produce a new twist to Vaudeville.
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The Great Tap Dancers and the Old Soft ShoeIn the early days of vaudeville mock slave dances were incorporated as part of the act. Dancers would paint their faces black for what was known as the blackface comedy.
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A History of TV Variety ShowsThe variety show was born out of the migration of big name acts from vaudeville to television as these performers realized that more people could see them in one program than would in a whole year of live theatrical work.
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Review of Hamner Barber Variety Show at the Hamner Barber Theater in Branson, MissouriThis is one of the best magic and variety shows in town. If you don't like country music, this is a good show for you. The magician is top notch and the comedian is so funny, you will believe that Vaudeville never really died.
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Hollywood Stars Who Began as MusiciansIn Vaudeville, there was no difference between actors and singers. Performers were performers. Entertainers did not specialize. Today, actors and musicians do specialize. Most often a person is either an actor or a musician. But there are exceptions.
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The Duncan SistersThe Duncans missed out on The Broadway Melody and missed their chance at movie stardom.
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Broadway Great Bobby Clark: His Fame Eclipsed By Tragedy & TimeComedian Bobby Clark was one of the top performers on vaudeville and Broadway. Though Clark is known to cognesceti of American theater there's a lack of recognition for this comic genius due to the unavailability of the shorts he made with his partner Paul McCullough. -
Harpo Marx - the Little BrotherAdolph Arthur Marx, also known as Harpo Marx was born November 23, 1888. Harpo was one of the famous Marx Brothers, a comedic group who did vaudeville, radio, motion pictures and television.
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The Drag Queen Mae West Took Her Act FromVaudeville drag queen Bert Savoy created the Mae West persona before talking movies
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The Famous Palm Springs FolliesThe fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a razzle-dazzle, song and dance, vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the 1930's and 1940's. The performers range in age from 59 to 83! -
Zeppo Marx - The Little Known Marx BrotherZeppo was one of the famous Marx Brothers who did vaudeville, radio, motion pictures and television. Zeppo and his brothers were inspired by their parents, Sam and Minnie Marx.
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Summer Mummers in Midland, TexasSummer Mummers is a strange hybrid of melodrama, vaudeville, silent movie, and burlesque.
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Le Petomane -- or the Man with the Magic AssLe Petomane was the stage name of Joseph Pujol, a popular French vaudeville performer who could perform amazing tricks by breaking wind.
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Jewish Singers in American Popular Music: the Pioneer GenerationsThe modern pioneer generations, who rose to fame between the early 1900s and the 1920s, were versatile singing entertainers with roots in live theater performances, especially vaudeville and Broadway.
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Quest Theatre Ensemble Presents Barry Manilow's, The DrunkardThe Drunkard offers a one of a kind theatre experience for audiences of all ages. This revolutionary theatre company brings theatre back to its original core providing the artistry of everyone involved. -
Netsch Selected as Contractor for TheatreRudolph Netsch Construction Company of Chester has recently been chosen as the contractor for the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center with a proposed construction cost of $3,540,792.
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A Dozen Quotes from Three Generations of American HumoristsMark Twain just may be the first American comic, but as his generation faded, Groucho Marx carried on the comedy torch,which brings us to the comic of today's generation, Ellen Degeneres. 12 quotes to amuse you from 3 generations. -
Minneapolis Hennepin Theatre District Takes You Back in TimeMinneapolis Minnesota has always been known for it's thriving theatre scene. Bringing it back to where it all began, the Hennepin Theatre District features 3 historic theatres that provide quality entertainment in gorgeous houses.
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At Least We're Still Allowed to Make Fun of President BushSure, the government has been taken over by a reclusive and evasive group of mysterious weirdos. I'll give you that. But no matter how bad our international standing becomes, at least we can always make fun of George W. Bush.
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Harry Houdini Remains a Mystery in DeathThis article gives a brief background on the life and death of the famous magician. It also outlines information regarding a new attempt to get the body exhumed to prove once and for all how Houdini died. -
12 Sexy Quotes from Mae WestMae West was a film actress who gained a reputation for her saucy wit. Here are 12 of my favorite Mae West quotes. -
AFI's Greatest Divas in Film HistoryThe American Film Industry has compiled a list of the 25 most enduring actresses of Hollywood lore; the following are the greatest film performances of the 25 best.
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Biography: Lon ChaneyA hundred and fifty variety of roles with characters such as a Chinese Mandarin, Drill Sergeant, Knife Thrower, Russian Peasant, Gangster, Clown, Police Detective, Train Conductor, or a Yard Inspector, whether they be villainous, peculiar, and morbid. -
Pensacola Saenger Theatre's Extreme MakeoverPlans for the expansion and renovation of the Pensacola Saenger Theatre are slotted for late summer. The entire process will close the theater for about 13 months, sending local performance groups to temporary new homes. -
Class Distinction in Early 20th Century American CitiesA brief look at early 20th century American cities provides the foundation for today's social and economic issues.
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Peg Leg Bates - The First One-legged Dance StarHeather Mills isn't the first one-legged dance star. Peg Leg Bates was the legend.
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Up from Stereotypes: Blacks in the MediaThis way of life is described in the article "Up from Hip Hop". Its author, John H. McWhorter, believes that blacks in America are no longer playing the "victim" role in movies and entertainment. -
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - Renaissance FestivalHave you ever wondered what it would what been to have lived in the court of King Arthur? Well, here is your chance to find out at the Florida Renaissance Festival in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
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Best Spots for a Romantic Dinner in LincolnLincoln has many nice, upscale restaurants where you can treat a date to a romantic Valentine's Day meal. Here are some of the top picks for Lincoln for that special date.
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The Second Volume of The Electric Company Has Made it to DVDA classic PBS show that made learning fun.
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The Atlas District Guide: The New Destination for Washington DC NightlifeFrom area an that was abandon after the 1968 riots to new nightlife spot, The H Street Corridor is the home to some new nightlife in DC. Here are the great spots to check out. -
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