'Jolson, Tucker, Cantor: Three Jewish-American Show Biz Pioneers' Webinar

Tickets: $18.88 ( incl. $3.88 fees ) (includes access to the full replay for one week)

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https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1978425547069

It's a surprising fact that at the dawn of the 20th century, Jewish-American immigrants — and their children — not only dominated modern show business, but also virtually created the first forms of mass media. Who were some of these megastar pioneers in the evolving landscape of American entertainment such as vaudeville and radio? It's time to dive into the careers of three larger-than life figures who epitomized the era's spirit of self-parody and humor with tuneful melodies.

Join New York Adventure Club as we explore the lives, careers, and musical legacies of three legendary singer-actor-comedians who shaped the landscape of American show business during its formative years in the early 20th century:

• Al Jolson (Asa Yoelson - 1886-1950)
• Sophie Tucker (Sofia Kalish - 1886-1966)
• Eddie Cantor (Isidore Itzkowitz - 1892-1964)

Led by award-winning author Will Friedwald, who is widely considered one of the nation's most prolific music writers, our virtual musical journey will include:

• The common thread uniting these iconic figures and what made them the trailblazing entertainers of their time
• Their triumph in the burgeoning entertainment mediums of vaudeville and Broadway-style musical theater, which paved the way for their roles in pioneering electronic mass reproduction technologies like sound recordings, talking motion pictures, and radio
• A deep dive into their individual strengths as they navigated different platforms, such as Jolson's synonymous association with sound film, Cantor's radio and television stardom, and Tucker's groundbreaking performances in nightclubs and later on TV
• A discussion of their other many accomplishments outside of show business, including Jolson's wartime heroism, Tucker's proto-feminist legacy, and Cantor's bold advocacy for Jewish causes and defiance against McCarthyism during the Red Scare

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Will — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week!
See you there, virtually!

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***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week

About Will
Will Friedwald is a featured arts writer for The Wall Street Journal and Vanity Fair, and the award-winning author of ten books on music and popular culture, including the new Straighten Up and Fly Right: The Life and Music of Nat King Cole, as well as A Biographical Guide To The Great Jazz And Pop Singers, Sinatra: The Song Is You, Stardust Melodies, Tony Bennett: The Good Life, Looney Tunes & Merrie Melodies, and Jazz Singing. He has written over 600 liner notes for compact discs, received ten Grammy nominations, and appears frequently on television and other documentaries. He is also a consultant and curator for Apple Music.

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