An edition of London's West End actresses and the origins of celebrity charity, 1880-1920
(2016)
London's West End actresses and the origins of celebrity charity, 1880-1920
by Catherine Hindson
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Actresses, Theater and society, Charities, HistoryTimes
20th century, 19th century| Edition | Availability |
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London's West End actresses and the origins of celebrity charity, 1880-1920
2016, University of Iowa Press
in English
1609384253 9781609384258
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Table of Contents
Introduction: the stand and deliver business, 1880-1920
Charity and the West End theatre industry. London charity and the West End theatre industry
'Help from the theatres': the theatre industry and the fundraising matinee
Staging wonderlands: public charity events. Audacious, sparkling and sprightly swindling: the charity bazaar
Staging wonderlands: charity costume balls
'Shoulder rubbing with celebrities': theatrical tea parties and garden parties
The stage and war: theatrical charity in times of conflict. 'Killing Kruger with your mouth': the actress, charity recitations and the second Anglo Boer War
The comforteers: actresses and charity activity during the First World War
Conclusion: 'get an actress first. if you can't get an actress then get a duchess'.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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