Sorenson, Mrs Louise Heffner 1974-06-02
Mrs. Sorenson, former child actress and daughter of actors in the Harley Sadler tent shows, recalls the physical and emotional environment of the shows, in addition to her memories of the people and practices associated with them.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Mrs. Louise Heffner Sorenson
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: June 02, 1974
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Interviewer: Clifford Ashby and Suzanne Ricker
Length: 1 hour 10 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Louise Heffner Sorenson,
Parents,
Show experience,
Theatrical experience,
Tent show memories,
Environment,
Programs,
Tent,
Physical description,
Charlie Myers,
Backstage,
Scenery,
Dressing room,
Stage curtain.
Tape 1, Side 2: Tent show memories (continued),
Stage curtain,
Specialties,
Band,
Seating,
Spotlight,
General information,
Harley Sadler,
Personality.
Tape 2, Side 1: Tent show memories (continued),
Prizes,
Plays,
Characters,
"Toby" parts,
Makeup,
Profanity,
Billie Sadler,
Rose Landrum.
Tape 2, Side 2: Tent show memories (continued),
Acquaintances,
Tent show people,
Salaries,
Living habits.
Range Dates: 1920s-1930s
Bulk Dates: 1920s-1930s
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