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Tag Archives: Radio Comedy
Penning the Punchlines: Carroll Carroll and the Making of Kraft Music Hall
While Kraft Music Hall (KMH) earned its reputation through unforgettable music performances, as explored in “Take it Away, John Scott,” the show’s enduring charm also rested on its clever comedy. Producing a live, weekly variety show featuring music, comedy, and … Continue reading
Posted in 20th Century Broadcasting, Entertainment history, Golden Age of Radio, radio history, Uncategorized
Tagged 1930s Radio, 1940s Radio, Advertising History, American Heritage Center, Bing Crosby, Bob Burns, Carroll Carroll, Comedy Writing, J. Walter Thompson, John Scott Trotter, Ken Carpenter, Kraft Foods, Kraft Music Hall, Mary Martin, Radio Comedy, Radio Sponsorship, Radio Variety Shows, Scriptwriters, World War II Broadcasting
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