Behind The Footlights: Or The Stage As I Knew It is a book written by W. C. Day in 1885. The book is a memoir that provides readers with an insight into the world of theater during the late 19th century. Day, who was an actor and stage manager, shares his personal experiences and observations of the industry, including the challenges and triumphs that he encountered throughout his career.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the theater. Day discusses the various roles and responsibilities of the actors, directors, and stagehands, as well as the importance of lighting, scenery, and costumes in creating a successful production. He also provides readers with a glimpse into the business side of the industry, including the financial struggles that many theaters faced during this time period.Throughout the book, Day shares anecdotes and stories from his own experiences, providing readers with a firsthand account of what it was like to work in the theater during the 19th century. He also reflects on the changes that he witnessed in the industry over the course of his career, including the rise of new technologies and the emergence of new genres of theater.Overall, Behind The Footlights: Or The Stage As I Knew It is a fascinating look into the world of theater during the late 19th century. Day's personal stories and observations provide readers with a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of working in the industry during this time period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
