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“The Taming of the Beast” 21 min F.S. 2 shows. Four people in the cast. The theme of the act is not a pleasant one and at times borders on the risqué. It deals with the son of a rich man infatuated with an adventuress, who finally wins over the old men by her witchery. There is a lot of “go” in it, but it appeals to the gallery rather than to the orchestra, and the cuts were imperative. In fact, the whole act should be guardedly toned down. Many laughs throughout, and finish after rousing good song was satisfactory. It will be transposed on the evening bill. Never want to play this act again at this house, as it does not appeal to the class of people who are our patrons.
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University of Iowa, Keith-Albee Vaudeville Collection, Manager Reports, 30 April 1906 – 4 February 1907