Racialized Performance in Early Twentieth-Century Musical Variety by Just a Buncha Clowns
This book examines musical variety clowns performing racial impersonations across four touring circuits: African American TOBA, Chinese American "Chop Suey Circuit," Mexican carpas, and Country barn dances. It challenges historical narratives by highlighting how diverse performers shaped American entertainment and cultural identity.
Racialized Performance in Early Twentieth-Century Musical Variety by Just a Buncha Clowns
This book examines musical variety clowns performing racial impersonations across four touring circuits: African American TOBA, Chinese American "Chop Suey Circuit," Mexican carpas, and Country barn dances. It challenges historical narratives by highlighting how diverse performers shaped American entertainment and cultural identity.