A celluloid record of famous British variety acts of the 1930s.

"Variety Parade" is simply a filmed record of British variety (vaudeville) acts of the 1930s.  As such it gives  a fascinating and nostalgic glimpse, not only of the performers, but of a way of life and style of entertainment from a byegone era.

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Highlights of Variety: The Bell & Howell Music Hall No. 17

Stoll Studios, Cricklewood, London, England, UK

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