The Boys from Syracuse
The Shuberts' Theatrical Empire| By: | Foster Hirsch |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Print ISBN: | 9780815411031 |
| eText ISBN: | 9781461698753 |
| Edition: | 0 |
| Format: | Page Fidelity |
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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.