The Girl of the Golden West

David Belasco (1853–1931) was a towering figure in American theater during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Venturing beyond the role of playwright, he was also an accomplished producer, director, and theater manager. Born in San Francisco to Portuguese Sephardic Jewish parents, Belasco's exposure to the theatrical world began at an early age, setting the stage for a lifetime in the limelig...