The Bowery Waltz (1897 Original Black & White Film)

Step back in time to the bustling Bowery district of New York City with this lively black and white film from 1897! Witness James T. Kelly and Dorothy Kent of Waite's Comedy Company perform the iconic "Bowery Waltz."

Dressed in period attire, the dancers bring the unique flavor of the Bowery to life with their energetic and humorous routine. This silent film, featuring clear, sharp images and full-size figures, offers a fascinating glimpse into late 19th-century vaudeville and the vibrant culture of the Bowery.

Source :
Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1897) Bowery Waltz. Kelley, J. T. & Kent, D., performers, Heise, W., prod United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694157