Publisher's Synopsis
On The Stage And Off: The Brief Career Of A Would-Be Actor is a humorous memoir by Jerome K. Jerome, published in 1891. The book chronicles the author's brief and unsuccessful attempt to become a stage actor in London during the late 19th century. Jerome recounts his experiences with various theater companies and the eccentric characters he encounters along the way. He also provides insight into the workings of the theater industry, including the audition process, rehearsals, and the challenges of performing live. Throughout the book, Jerome's witty observations and self-deprecating humor make for an entertaining and engaging read. On The Stage And Off is a lighthearted look at the world of theater and the pursuit of one's dreams, even if they don't quite go as planned.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
