Theatrical and Circus Life or, Secrets of the Stage, Green-Room and Sawdust Arena
By John J. Jennings
Length15h 9m
About this audiobook
In "Theatrical and Circus Life: or, Secrets of the Stage, Green-Room and Sawdust Arena," John J. Jennings offers a comprehensive exploration of the unique worlds of theater and circus in the late 19th century. Through vivid anecdotes and meticulous observations, Jennings captures the exhilarating and oftentimes perilous experiences of performers, revealing the interplay between art and ambition within these vibrant venues. His literary style merges informative exposé with an engaging narrative that taps into the drama and spectacle of life behind the curtain, making the work resonate with both scholarly audiences and general readers alike. John J. Jennings, a performer and journalist himself, was intimately aware of the complexities and vibrancies of stage life, which informed his vivid narratives. His firsthand experiences and connections within the theater and circus communities equip him with a distinct perspective, bridging the gap between representation and lived experience. Jennings' passion for performance is evident as he meticulously sheds light on the often-hidden realities of artists striving for success. This book is a must-read for those intrigued by the performing arts, providing not only a historical lens into the lives of entertainers but also enduring insights into societal perceptions of performance. Jennings' work invites us to reflect on the sacrifices and triumphs of those who enchant and entertain, making it an essential addition to any theater lover's library.
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GenreOther
Length15 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 5, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. A PRELIMINARY PEEP.
25CHAPTER XXV. OPERA AND OPERA SINGERS.
2CHAPTER II. A THEATRE OF SHAKESPEARE'S DAY.
26CHAPTER XXVI. THE MINSTREL BOYS.
3CHAPTER III. THE AMERICAN THEATRE.
27CHAPTER XXVII. PANTOMIME.
4CHAPTER IV. AT THE STAGE-DOOR.
28CHAPTER XXVIII. VARIETY DIVES AND CONCERT SALOONS.
5CHAPTER V. BEFORE THE FOOT-LIGHTS.
29CHAPTER XXIX. A TEAM OF IRISH COMEDIANS.
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6CHAPTER VI. BEHIND THE SCENES.
30CHAPTER XXX. THE BLACK ART.
7CHAPTER VII. IN THE DRESSING-ROOM.
31CHAPTER XXXI. THE INDIAN BOX-AND-BASKET TRICK.
8CHAPTER VIII. WITHIN THE WINGS.
32VOICE I.
9CHAPTER IX. STAGE CHARMS AND OMENS.
33THE SUFFOCATED VICTIM.
10CHAPTER X. NOT DOWN IN THE BILL.
34VOICE II.
11CHAPTER XI. THE ILLUSIONS OF THE STAGE.
35CHAPTER XXXIII. "ON THE ROAD."
12CHAPTER XII. MORE OF THE MYSTERIES.
36CHAPTER XXXIV. THE GREEN-EYED AND OTHER MONSTERS.
13CHAPTER XIII. THE ARMY OF ATTACHES.
37CHAPTER XXXV. JOHN WILKES BOOTH, PRESIDENT LINCOLN'S ASSASSIN.
14CHAPTER XIV. STAGE-STRUCK.
38CHAPTER XXXVI. THE SUMMER VACATION.
15CHAPTER XV. THE REHEARSAL.
39CHAPTER XXXVII. FUN AMONG THE ELKS.
16CHAPTER XVI. CANDIDATES FOR SHORT CLOTHES.
40CHAPTER XXXVIII. THE CIRCUS IS HERE.
17CHAPTER XVII. TRAINING BALLET DANCERS.
41CHAPTER XXXIX. UNDER THE CANVAS.
18CHAPTER XVIII. PLAYS AND PLAYWRIGHTS.
42CHAPTER XL. ACROBATICS AND EQUESTRIANISM.
19CHAPTER XIX. "MASHERS" AND "MASHING."
43CHAPTER XLI. A ROMANCE OF THE RING.
20CHAPTER XX. THE MAIDEN AND THE TENOR.
44CHAPTER XLII. LEAPING AND TUMBLING.
21CHAPTER XXI. FISHING FOR FREE PUFFS.
45CHAPTER XLIII. AN ADVENTURE WITH GIANTS.
22CHAPTER XXII. THE ACTRESS AND THE INTERVIEWER.
46CHAPTER XLIV. THE "TATTOOED TWINS."
23CHAPTER XXIII. A FEW FOOT-LIGHT FAVORITES.
47CHAPTER XLV. IN THE MENAGERIE.
24CHAPTER XXIV. CHINESE AND JAPANESE THEATRICALS.
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