NMS Publishing presents-- Scottish showbusiness : music hall, variety and pantomime /
Bruce, Frank.
National Museums of Scotland.
Edinburgh : NMS,
2000.
The story of stars and stagehands, comedians and chorus girls, acrobats and agents, as popular live entertainment in Scotland is brought into the spotlight. This is the first comprehensive account of the Scottish music hall from the 19th century to the present day, taking in all its aspects - the shows, the performers and the business, with fascinating pictures throughout. These previously unpublished photographs, along with programmes, drawings and reminiscences, contribute to an enthralling and original survey of modern Scottish showbusiness.
Includes bibliographical references.
1. From Fairs to Free and Easies - 2. Swell Houses and Rough Houses - 3. From Harry Linn to Harry Lauder - 4. Variety Days - 5. At the Seaside - 6. Pantomine - 7. Scottish Song and Musical Acts - 8. Dance and Speciality Acts - 9. Backstage and Font of House - 10. Work and Play - 11. "Yin o' Yer Ain" - 12. Closures, Clubs and Cabaret - Further Reading and Listening, and Places to Visit.
The story of stars and stagehands, comedians and chorus girls, acrobats and agents, as popular live entertainment in Scotland is brought into the spotlight. This is the first comprehensive account of the Scottish music hall from the 19th century to the present day, taking in all its aspects - the shows, the performers and the business, with fascinating pictures throughout. These previously unpublished photographs, along with programmes, drawings and reminiscences, contribute to an enthralling and original survey of modern Scottish showbusiness.
Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.)
Vaudeville