Word: lola
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...Characters in Search of an Author, Hindle Wakes, Hamlet, presented with skill and intelligence and receiving the unforced support of its audience entirely upon the merits of its productions. The newly organized Theatre Guild of Philadelphia has already scored a distinct success with two Clare Kummer plays, featuring Lola Fisher as a " visiting star." The Bainbridge Players of Minneapolis, also employing the " visiting star" system with such actresses as Mrs. Leslie Carter and Florence Reed, has shown that it is possible for a stock-company to produce good plays and make money in the Northwest-a region vaguely thought...
William Courtenay and Lola Fisher who have been starring in "Honors Are Even" at the Park Square Theatre for the last three months, came to Cambridge yesterday to review the work of the Hasty Pudding Club's production, "Wetward Ho!". They were much impressed by the work of the Club and joined in the coaching of the play, giving special attention to the principal characters, particularly the girls...
...Honors Are Even" is acted by an exceptionally well-balanced company, headed by the inimitable Lola Fisher as Belinda Carter and by the superb William Courtenay as the hero. Miss Fisher admirably portrays the part of a wilful, spoiled, affected young girl, tired of being courted in the usual manner. Finally, when the "great love" comes, she reveals herself to be only human and falls at first sight for the charms and wiles of John Leighton, ably impersonated by Mr. Courtenay. The play should not be commented upon without a word extolling its settings and scenic effects. Besides the prelude...