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Chorus Queens Lose Shine as Broadway Turns Serious
Broad way critics note chorus girls evolve into entertainers who speak up and pursue culture. A wave of educated ensembles challenges old glamor while legal reform efforts spotlight actors’ rights. Genevieve Rubelle and Ann Scarborough symbolize a shift from pretty props to capable performers shaping industry standards.
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New York
Albany
Equity
Actors’ Association
David Belasco
Otto Kahn
Genevieve Rubelle