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Singing and comic talking.
Dresser and Mr. Gardner make a very good combination for vaudeville and have hit upon a rather unusual style of vehicle for them, but there is a bit too much time given to explaining why they have decided to get together on the stage as well as at home. When an audience expects an actor or an actress to sing or dance, the quicker they get down to what is wanted the better their chances of pleasing. About half of the talk used for an opening would eliminate the drag in the first part of the act, for it really starts with Mr. Gardner's song, and, of course, Miss Dresser keeps it going with her single numbers. The singing portion of their act is simply two singles, with each holding up an end and finishing with a double that is the real big hit. It got over so well here that the principals were forced to make little speeches, Miss Dresser coming in for the greater share of the honors after the talk. Louise Dresser is still one of the stage's most charming women and her gracious personality is surely a strong asset.
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Variety, 54:10 (05/02/1919)