Famous Prima Donnas by Lewis Clinton Strang

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Author Strang, Lewis Clinton, 1869-1935
Title Famous Prima Donnas
Contents Introduction -- Alice Nielsen -- Virginia Earle -- Lillian Russell -- Josephine Hall -- Mabelle Gilman -- Fay Templeton -- Madge Lessing -- Jessie Bartlett Davis -- Edna Wallace Hopper -- Paula Edwardes -- Lulu Glaser -- Minnie Ashley -- Edna May -- Marie Celeste -- Christie MacDonald -- Marie Dressler -- Della Fox -- Camille D'Arville -- Marie Tempest -- Maud Raymond -- Pauline Hall -- Hilda Clark.
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Summary "Famous Prima Donnas" by Lewis Clinton Strang is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the lives and careers of prominent female singers in light opera, examining their rise to fame and the intricacies of their performances. It presents a blend of biographical sketches and critical analysis, showcasing the traits that made these women captivating entertainers despite their varied talents. At the start of the text, the author establishes a framework for understanding the role of women in the American musical theater scene. Strang discusses the challenges these prima donnas face in balancing personal magnetism with the art of singing and acting, suggesting that many became stars more through personality than formal training. The opening chapters focus on Alice Nielsen, detailing her transformation from a church singer to a leading star in light opera, emphasizing her charm and natural stage presence as well as the nuances and challenges of her early career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Singers
Subject Actresses -- United States
Subject Operetta
Category Text
EBook-No. 36215
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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