Al Jolson lived “The American Dream.” Born in Lithuania, Jolson rose through the ranks of vaudeville as a comedian and a blackface “Mammy” singer. By 1920, he had become the biggest star on Broadway, ...

At the turn of the 20th century, young Asa Yoelson decides to go against the wishes of his cantor father and pursue a career in show business. Gradually working his way up through the vaudeville ranks ...

On May 26, 1521, Martin Luther was banned by the Edict of Worms because of his religious beliefs. In 1868 the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson ended with his acquittal on all remaining ...

The Wonder Bar is a Viennese importation using the modern (and ancient) device of making the whole theatre the stage. It is notable solely for the fact that it brings Singer Asa Yoelson (Al Jolson) ...

Al Jolson, world-renowned singer and entertainer, died here early this morning of a heart attack at the age of 64. He recently completed a tour of U.S. troop installations in Korea. The son of a ...

- United States singer (born in Russia) who appeared in the first full-length talking film (1886-1950) ...

On May 26, 1805, Napoleon Bonaparte was crowned king of Italy. In 1886 Asa Yoelson, later known as entertainer Al Jolson, was born in Srednike, Russia. In 1907 Marion Morrison, later known as actor ...