The Footlights, Fore and Aft by Channing Pollock
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| Author | Pollock, Channing, 1880-1946 |
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| Illustrator | Rockwell, Warren |
| Title | The Footlights, Fore and Aft |
| Contents | The theater at a glance -- Some people I've lied about -- The writing and reading of plays -- The personalities of our playwrights -- Stage struck -- On the Great White Way -- What happens at rehearsals -- The art of "getting it over" -- Something about "first nights" -- In vaudeville -- With the people "in stock" -- Sitting in judgment with the gods -- The smart set on the stage. |
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| Summary | "The Footlights, Fore and Aft" by Channing Pollock is a collection of essays about theater written in the early 20th century. These essays provide a humorous and insightful exploration of the theatrical world, covering various aspects of play production, from writing to performance and the personalities within the industry. Pollock draws on his extensive experience as a critic, dramatist, and press agent, offering a blend of anecdotes and practical advice that will appeal to both theater enthusiasts and aspiring playwrights. At the start of this work, Pollock introduces himself and outlines the book's purpose, noting that it differs from typical theatrical literature by not delving deeply into critical analysis or historical perspectives. Instead, he presents essays filled with wit and personal anecdotes, such as the amusing misconceptions about how plays are created and the behind-the-scenes realities of theater management. He emphasizes the importance of understanding both the artistic and business sides of theater, setting the tone for a lighthearted yet informative read about the complexities and quirks of theatrical life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Theater |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40148 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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