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Michael Leon recording, 1984 April 16

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Leon talks about his youth, perceptions of age, trying to avoid 'celebrity' while being a celebrity, his admiration for Elvis Presley, and his interest in performing in Las Vegas after he has gained more experience as a performer.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Henri Lewin recording, approximately 1969 to 2000

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Talks about early life, being a POW in WWII, work ethic, the nature of brillance amongst entertainers.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Maxine Lewis recording, 1987 February 20

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Maxine Lewis discusses the accomplishments of her family and herself in the entertainment industry. She spent some time in Montreal and Vancouver, Canada before coming to Las Vegas. Lewis performed in many shows including one that included her siblings.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Dora Liberace recording, 1993 January 12

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Dora Liberace discusses the careers and achievements of the Liberace family, focusing on the development of her husband George and brother-in-law Lee.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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George Liberace recording, 1993

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Liberace talks about growing up in the depression, his parents and brothers Lee and Rudy, performing with his brother Lee, and his own career.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Liberace recording, 1982

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Liberace discusses Catte Adams, Boy George, his thoughts on being the highest paid performer in Las Vegas, Nevada, his thoughts on up-and-coming musicians, and his patriotism.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Peter Lind Hayes recording, approximately 1969 to 2000

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Hayes discusses comedy, his movie and tv career, various entertainers, and reads excerpts from his biograpy.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Rich Little recordings, 1977 to 1992

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Little talks about being an impressionist and demonstrates his ability, his childhood in Canada, some of his first performances, going on talk shows, and some of his favorite impressions. Includes recorded stage performances.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Terry Little recording, 1995 March 30

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Little discusses his career and working in show business, his childhood, being a stage manager on Broadway, working in Las Vegas, people he’s worked with both on Broadway and in Las Vegas. He also answers audience questions.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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Lounge performer panel recording, 1991 November 23

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Bill Willard hosts a panel of Las Vegas lounger singers including Bob Anderson, Sam Butera, Loleatta Holloway, and Claude Trenier. The panelists discuss early casino lounges, who enjoys lounge acts, the type of music, and the business of successful lounges.

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Arnold Shaw Interviews and Performance Recordings

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