Fifty Years of Make Believe

Fifty Years of Make Believe is a book written by Frederick Warde that explores the world of theater and its evolution over the course of fifty years. The author, who was a prominent actor and director in his time, shares his personal experiences and insights into the industry, from the early days of traveling shows to the rise of Broadway and the modern theater scene. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of theater, including the art of acting, the role of the director, the importance of stage design and lighting, and the challenges of producing and financing a production. Warde also delves into the cultural and social context of theater, discussing how it reflects and shapes the values and beliefs of society.Throughout the book, Warde provides anecdotes and examples from his own career, as well as from the works of other famous actors and playwrights. He also includes photographs and illustrations that bring the world of theater to life.Fifty Years of Make Believe is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of theater and the creative process behind some of the world's greatest productions.1923. The memoirs of a well known stage actor, who also played a number of important dramatic roles for the Thanhouser movie company. Contents: The Attraction of the Stage; First Appearance as an Actor; Experiences in a Provincial Stock Company; Varied Experiences of Good and Bad Fortune; Progress and Promotion; Shakespearean Ambitions; My Arrival and First Experiences in America; A Season of Productions and Successes; Edwin Booth, America's Greatest Actor; Tour of South with Edwin Booth; Booth's Theater, New York; Last Days of Booth's Theater; First Visit to California; Warde-Barrymore Diplomacy Company; First of Many Visits to Texas; First Experience as a Star; Visit Many Places and Meet Many People; Genesis of the Warde-James Combination; King Lear; Renewed Association with an Old Comrade; Chautauqua and Lyceum Platforms; and Close of the Story.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.