Tony Pastor, father of vaudeville
By: Armond Fields.
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780786430543
Subjects: Pastor, Tony, -- 1837-1908; Lyricists -- New York (State) -- New York -- Biography; Entertainers -- New York (State) -- New York -- Biography; Vaudeville -- New York (State) -- New York -- History
Genres: Biography.
Description: "Pastor made contributions to the success of American vaudeville as a songwriter, variety performer, and theater owner. From his early success as the owner of Tony Pastor's Opera House to his role as "Little Man Tony", this work offers a look at Pastor's rise and fall from fame, and examines his contributions to vaudeville and the performing arts"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.