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The 1920's was Broadway's largest decade! Over fifty musicals were opened within one season and many new, shining stars were brought into the spotlight. The cost of a ticket during this time was heightened to $3.50, which helps to represent the rising of the theatre company at this time. An important actress during this time was Marilyn Miller. Miller was an adequate singer but her talent really shines through when she danced. Marilyn's specialties were ballet and tap and her ability to perform as a dancer brought the availability for many roles. Her first and longest running success was Sally which was a story of a poor cleaning woman who strives and eventually becomes a ballerina. Miller continued in this show for two years! Then toured for a third year and eventually filmed an early sound version for in 1929 Hollywood. Marilyn's acting and singing had been described as forced, but her dancing was remarkable and irresistible. Miller passed away at the age of thirty-seven from a sinus infection and was eternally missed from stage and fame. She truthfully created a name for herself and put into perspective to her fans and prospective actors, that the theatre business consists of hard work and patience.

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