The Variety Stage A History Of The Music Halls From The Earliest Period To The Present Time (1895)

The Variety Stage: A History Of The Music Halls From The Earliest Period To The Present Time is a book written by Charles Douglas Stuart and published in 1895. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of music halls, from their earliest origins to the contemporary period. The author explores the development of music halls as a popular form of entertainment in Britain, tracing their evolution from taverns and coffeehouses to dedicated performance venues. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the music hall industry, including the performers, the audiences, the music, the architecture of the venues, and the social and cultural context in which music halls emerged. The author also provides detailed accounts of some of the most famous performers of the time, as well as the various genres of music and comedy that were popular in music halls.The Variety Stage is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of popular entertainment and the development of the performing arts. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, it is a fascinating and informative account of a cultural phenomenon that has had a lasting impact on popular culture.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.