Brown Bag It Lunch and Learn! A Tough Act to Follow, The History of Vaudeville

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Learning & Discovery

Age Group:

Adults
Registration for this event will close on February 24, 2025 @ 12:00pm.
There are 18 seats remaining.

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Event Details

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 Pack 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.

Bring your lunch; desserts provided! 

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We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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