Theatrical Management In The West And South For Thirty Years: Interspersed With Anecdotical Sketches (1868) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164315889)

The book ""Theatrical Management In The West And South For Thirty Years: Interspersed With Anecdotical Sketches"" is a memoir written by Sol Smith and published in 1868. The book provides a detailed account of Smith's experiences as a theatrical manager in the western and southern regions of the United States during the mid-19th century. Throughout the book, Smith shares anecdotes and stories from his time managing theaters in various cities, including St. Louis, New Orleans, and Cincinnati. He discusses the challenges he faced in running these theaters, such as dealing with difficult actors and competing with other entertainment venues. In addition to his personal experiences, Smith also provides insights into the broader theatrical industry during this time period. He discusses the changing tastes of audiences, the impact of new technologies like gas lighting, and the rise of touring companies. Overall, ""Theatrical Management In The West And South For Thirty Years"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of theater during the mid-19th century, as seen through the eyes of a seasoned manager.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Sol Smith
ISBN-10: 1164315889
ISBN-13: 9781164315889
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d