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The Lincoln Theatre.

Authors :
Newman, R.
Source :
American Visions. Aug91, Vol. 6 Issue 4, p29. 4p. 4 Black and White Photographs, 2 Illustrations.
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

Relates the history of the Lincoln Theatre, which between 1900 and 1920 was the center of black folk history in New York City. Preceded by the Nickelette nickelodeon; Racially open policy of the Lincoln Theatre; Dramatic sketches; Vaudeville acts; Sharpshooters balcony patrons; Unsuccessful efforts to bring art to the Lincoln; Blues singers at the Lincoln; Interest of white show business people in Lincoln Theatre acts; The theatre's decline.

Subjects

Subjects :
*THEATERS

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08849390
Volume :
6
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
American Visions
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
9110142347