num_pages: 374
description: 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.
language: English
title: The Boys from Syracuse: The Shuberts' Theatrical Empire
titlecomplete: The Boys from Syracuse: The Shuberts' Theatrical Empire
genres: Nonfiction
ratings_count: 14
publisher: Cooper Square Press