History of Entertainment: A Tough Act to Follow, The History of Vaudeville

Author and storyteller William Pack presents: A Tough Act to Follow, The History of Vaudeville

From the late 1800s to the early 1930s, vaudeville was a cultural phenomenon. Discover how vaudeville transformed entertainment, bringing together a diverse array of performances, from comedians, singers, and dancers to magicians, acrobats, on a single stage.

Through engaging anecdotes, captivating stories, and rare archival footage, William will explore how vaudeville emerged as the ultimate melting pot of performers. We’ll take you behind the scenes at iconic venues like the Palace Theatre in New York City and the Orpheum circuit. Learn about the trailblazers and legends who graced these boards, leaving audiences spellbound and craving more. Suitable for adults 18+, registration is required.

*Doors open at 4:45pm, presentation will begin promptly at 5:05pm.

American Vaudeville

No Applause, Just Throw Money, Or, The Book That Made Vaudeville Famous

A Revolution in Three Acts

Violet and Daisy

Early Buster Keaton

Yankee Doodle Dandy

The Seven Little Foys

For Me and My Gal

There's No Business Like Show Business

Gypsy