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Notes on Shows and the Players in New York and Boston
A survey of shows and actors includes Take it From Me in Boston with sponsor Joe Galles of Three Twins fame and Anthony Kelly fansite acclaim for Three Faces East revival. Cohan Harris will produce Kelly’s new work, with early praise from readers of his prior The Scourge of the Sea. Bennett’s new play following The Unknown Purple is anticipated, while Double Harness seeks a New York premiere with unannounced headlining talent. Blanche King’s property purchase sparks agent commission disputes in an Eastern court. May Robson, from Tish, fingers a broken finger yet remains slated for Chicago openings. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey unite at Madison Square Garden in a landmark joint appearance. Lightin sparks copyright disputes as Geo Milo Belden sues over Below Zero, with judge to determine authorship. A Burgomaster of Belgium draws praise for wartime subject matter, while Arthur Hammerstein’s Tumble Inn garners Broadway staying power. Juck In Pawn and Miss Taliaferro shift back to stage and film, with Fay Bainter reportedly pursuing Cast Is West in Chicago. London seeks American hits as Friendly Enemies becomes Uncle Sam in England. Bringing Up Father continues as Watertown’s April 15 showcase, and The Birth of a Race receives six days at a local theatre after Blackstone Chicago run. Number Please promises long-distance laughs at Majestic, along with Knight and Day sketch by John Gordon and Co on April 13. Osterman to appear at Majestic, following Katheryn Osterman’s comic legacy.