James Edward Barton (November 1st, 1880-February 19th, 1962) was a critically acclaimed master of dance, comedy, drama, and singing. His success spanned vaudeville, burlesque, Broadway, radio, film, and television. His stage career was launched by his performance of The Passing Show of 1919 when he performed a role intended for Ed Wynn. His most famous…Continue Reading James Barton: The Complete Performer by Victoria Moses