Little Boy Blue at Lyric Stars Bryan and Meakin
Spectator notes mid season dip for 1911 New York theater as actors and managers brace for a downturn. Gertrude Bryan and Charles Meakin headline the Lyric's Little Boy Blue amid a broader industry review referencing Daniel Frohman and concerns over speculative theater and jeopardy to drama.
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New York
Daniel Frohman
Unsuccessful Season Challenges New York Theaters
New York theaters faced a financially lean 1911 season despite many productions. Producers blame a glut of venues and a flood of mediocre shows, while audiences seek selective entertainment. Still, standout runs like Bunty Pulls the Strings and The Garden of Allah drew crowds, with Shakespeare and Irish company visits offering durable appeal.
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Bunty
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Garden of Allah
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Broadway
E. H. Sothern
Julia Marlowe
Manhattan
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