Two show business events crop up for the 18th January.
On the 18th January 1869, the California Theatre opened in San Francisco at 440 Bush Street. The site is now an office building for ATT.
On the 18th January 1948, Ted Mack’s “Original Amateur Hour” began broadcasting under the auspices of the DuMont Television Network. The Show was a direct descendant of radio's "Major Bowes Original Amateur Hour" (1934-1946), hosted by Major Edward Bowes until his death. After a one-year hiatus, Ted Mack, who had directed Bowes' auditions, revived the show (which lasted into 1952) and brought the concept to the DuMont Television Network. The at-home audience voted by postcard for the favorite, winning performer(s) each week. Now why does that sound familiar?
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| Simon Cowell |
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| Ted Mack |
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