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From the early days of his stage career in the decades before World War I through his unparalleled comeback after World War II, Al Jolson was billed as The World's Greatest Entertainer. Appendices list stage shows based on Jolson's life, along with newsreels, cartoons, awards, and endorsements related to his career.

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Eddie Cantor became one of the greatest entertainers of Depression-era America. This volume begins with a biography that discusses his upbringing and rise to stardom, and features a chronology which highlights his achievements.

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(Hardback, Second Edition)

This second edition of Historical Dictionary of American Theater: Modernism covers the history of modernist American Theatre through a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 2,000 cross-referenced entries on actors and actresses, directors, playwrights, producers, genres, and notable plays.

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Often referred to as the actor's actor, Spencer Tracy's subtle introspection and thoroughly naturalistic style continue to impress actors and audiences alike.