The story of stars and stagehands, comedians and chorus girls, acrobats and agents, as popular live entertainment in Scotland is brought into the spotlight. This is the first comprehensive account of the Scottish music hall from the 19th century to the present day. The author takes in all its aspects -- the shows, the performers and the business, in this enthralling and original survey of recent and modern Scottish show business. The book includes a wealth of previously unpublished photographs, programmes, bills and drawings and a wide range of eyewitness accounts and reminiscences bring the subject to life.