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George White's Scandals were a long-running string of Broadway revues that ran from 1911-1939, modelled after the Ziegfeld Follies. The "Scandals" launched the careers of many entertainers, including Ray Bolger, Ethel Merman, Ann Miller, Helen Morgan, The Three Stooges, and Rudy Vallee. This article is about the street in New York City. ... A revue is a type of theatrical entertainment that combines music, dance and sketches that satirize contemporary figures, news, or literature. ... 1911 (MCMXI) was a common year starting on Sunday (click on link for calendar). ... 1939 (MCMXXXIX) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will take you to calendar). ... The Ziegfeld Follies were a series of elaborate theatrical productions on Broadway in New York City from 1907 through 1931. ... Bolger, circa early 1930s Ray Bolger (January 10, 1904 â€“ January 15, 1987) was an American entertainer of stage and screen, best known for his portrayal of the Scarecrow in the 1939 MGM film The Wizard of Oz. ... Ethel Merman (January 16, 1908 â€“ February 15, 1984) was a star of stage and film musicals, well known for her powerful voice and vocal range. ... Ann Miller was born on April 12, 1923 (some sources still indicate 1919) and died on January 22, 2004. ... Helen Morgan was an born 2 August 1900 in rural Danville, Illinois. ... The Three Stooges was an American comedy act in the 20th century. ... Rudy Vallee (July 28, 1901 - July 3, 1986) was a popular United States singer, actor, bandleader, and entertainer. ...

George White's Scandals is also the name of several movies set within the "Scandals", all of which focus primarily on the show's acts, with a thin backstage plot stringing them all together.

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PBS article on "George White's Scandals"

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