A Theatrical Feast in New York

by SHARLAND ELIZABETH

• ISBN13: 9780750937191
• ISBN10: 075093719X
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-11-01
• Publisher: Sutton Pub Ltd

Summary

In New York the tradition of post-curtain dinners is an established part of theatre-going. This book is an anecdotal historical companion to legendary theatre people and their favourite places to eat. It brings together theatrical and culinary stories linked with some of New York's oldest and most famous restaurants, such as the Caf? des Artistes, the Algonquin, Sardi's, and the Waldorf. A vibrant mix of anecdote and entertainment, this book will appeal to thespians, those interested in theatre and food history, and visitors to New York.

Author Biography

Elizabeth Sharland is an actress, playwright and author

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Acknowledgments	p. xi
Introduction	p. 1
Famous Theatrical Restaurants	p. 6
Hotels for the Stars	p. 24
The Players Club	p. 36
The Lambs Club	p. 44
The Friars Club	p. 51
Early British Stars of Broadway	p. 62
Dorothy Parker and the Algonquin Round Table	p. 71
Restaurant Row and the Fringe Theaters of New York	p. 93
Ivor Novello's Favorites	p. 100
Following in Noel Coward's Footsteps	p. 111
Legendary Figures of the Theater	p. 127
Theatrical Nibbles and Nuggets	p. 143
Critics' Flavors	p. 152
Modern Stars ... or Sugar and Spice	p. 164
Three Walks through New York's Theaterland	p. 186
Epilogue: Food for the Spirit	p. 198
Bibliography	p. 202
Index	p. 204
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