The Boys from Syracuse: The Shuberts' Theatrical Empire
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Foster Hirsch (Author)
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From 1905 to the crash of 1929, Sam Shubert (1874-1905) and his brothers Lee (1874-1953) and J. J. (1878-1963), despite poor beginnings and near-illiteracy, created a theater monopoly unrivaled in history. Their ruthless business tactics and showmanship made 42nd Street the heart of American popular theater and won them the most sought-after stars of the day, including Al Jolson, Carmen Miranda, Eddie Cantor, Fanny Brice, Mae West, and Fred Astaire.
About the Author
Foster Hirsch, a professor of film at Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, is the author of Dark Side of the Screen, A Method to Their Madness, and Detours and Lost Highways, among many other books.
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- Contributor: Foster Hirsch
- Imprint: Cooper Square Publishers Inc.,U.S.
- ISBN13: 9780815411031
- Number of Pages: 374
- Packaged Dimensions: 153x210x21mm
- Packaged Weight: 513
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Cooper Square Publishers Inc.,U.S.
- Release Date: 2000-11-05
- Binding: Paperback / softback
- Biography: Foster Hirsch, a professor of film at Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, is the author of Dark Side of the Screen, A Method to Their Madness, and Detours and Lost Highways, among many other books.
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