Lives of Our Great Artists
The Story of Al Jolson
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Lives of Our Great Artists presents a biographical portrait of Al Jolson, the celebrated singer and entertainer. This installment, titled “The Story of Al Jolson,” focuses on the life and career of a performer whose name became closely associated with popular song and stage entertainment.
Framed as a radio biography, the program offers listeners a narrated account of its subject rather than a dramatic series of fictional adventures. Its focus is Jolson’s story and his place in the world of entertainment, giving the broadcast the feel of a concise portrait of a prominent artist.
The result is a straightforward, period radio tribute for listeners interested in the lives of performers and the history of popular entertainment. The program’s biographical approach makes it a natural choice for anyone curious about Al Jolson and the public career behind his enduring fame.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
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