A front-row account of early American theater life on the West and South stages Discover the world behind the curtain in this memoir of N. M. Ludlow. From on-stage adventures to dramatic travel across towns and river journeys, it offers a lively, firsthand view of the rise of the drama in our continent’s western regions.
This edition presents a seasoned actor’s recollections, from bustling city theaters to small-town venues. It blends personal experiences with glimpses of theatre management, performance styles, and the people who kept live drama thriving during the 19th century. Readers will glimpse the author’s voice, disputes, friendships, and the challenges of building a dramatic career in a rapidly growing America.
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Excerpt from Dramatic Life as I Found It: A Record of Personal Experience; With an Account of the Rise and Progress of the Drama in the West and South
IN undertaking and performing the work of writing this book, I have been urged by three leading motives, which will, I think, excuse me in the minds Of my readers for obtruding myself upon their notice.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a vibrant narrative of the early evolution of dramatic arts in the American Midwest, chronicling the life and career of actor and manager N. M. Ludlow. The author himself stood at the forefront of these dramatic developments, offering unique insights into the birth and growth of theatre in the region. The book is not merely a historical account; it is a personal narrative of the author's theatrical journey, capturing the raw excitement, challenges, and triumphs of pioneering theatre in the untamed lands west of the Alleghenies. As an actor, manager, and keen observer of the cultural landscape, Ludlow's perspective breathes life into the forgotten corners of history where the seeds of American theatre were sown. Through his vivid storytelling, this book paints a colorful picture of the fearless souls who ventured into the unknown to entertain and inspire communities, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural fabric of the nation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781332724550_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781332724550
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