Sarah Bernhardt
You're Dead to Me
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The Creative Control of Izzy Bernhardt
Bernhardt was a big hit at the Gayity Theatre in Paris. Her boss and others resent her success because she eclipsed everyone else. She also struck out on her own, giving some private performances. The comedy Frances sued her for breach of contract - it went to court. It took her several years to settle that debt; 100,000 francs is a lot of money today.
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