William Pack – The History of Vaudeville

William Pack – The History of Vaudeville

Calendar icon for date 2525 July 25, 2025 | Clock icon 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Location pin icon 2001 West Algonquin Road, Algonquin, IL 60102

From the late 1800s to the early 1930s, vaudeville was a cultural phenomenon. Discover how vaudeville transformed entertainment, bringing together a diverse array of performances, from comedians, singers, and dancers to magicians, acrobats, on a single stage. Through engaging anecdotes, captivating stories, and rare archival footage, William will explore how vaudeville emerged as the ultimate melting pot of performers. We’ll take you behind the scenes at iconic venues like the Palace Theatre in New York City and the Orpheum circuit. Learn about the trailblazers and legends who graced these boards, leaving audiences spellbound and craving more.