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Focusing on the rise of the Shubert brothers, the narrative chronicles their transformation from humble beginnings to the masterminds behind a theater monopoly from 1905 to 1929. Their aggressive business strategies and flair for showmanship established 42nd Street as a vibrant hub of American theater, attracting legendary stars like Al Jolson, Carmen Miranda, and Mae West. The book highlights their impact on the entertainment industry and the cultural landscape of the time.
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The Boys from Syracuse, Foster Hirsch
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- 2000
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- Title
- The Boys from Syracuse
- Subtitle
- The Shuberts' Theatrical Empire
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Foster Hirsch
- Publisher
- Cooper Square Press
- Publisher
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 378
- ISBN13
- 9780815411031
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Focusing on the rise of the Shubert brothers, the narrative chronicles their transformation from humble beginnings to the masterminds behind a theater monopoly from 1905 to 1929. Their aggressive business strategies and flair for showmanship established 42nd Street as a vibrant hub of American theater, attracting legendary stars like Al Jolson, Carmen Miranda, and Mae West. The book highlights their impact on the entertainment industry and the cultural landscape of the time.