Leah Carrey

Born Leyke Post, Leah Carrey (1908-2005) performed at the old Boston Opera House, the Shawmut Theater, and the Franklin Park Theater, working with some of the greatest stars of the Yiddish stage.

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Viola Berlin

Two sisters, Viola Berlin and Florence Berlin, ran the Exeter Street Theater for many years, turning it into a popular place to see foreign films. The theater closed in 1984.

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Julie Herne

American playwright and screen writer. She worked for Paramount developing film scenes until about 1925 when she turned to writing for the stage.

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