“...hokum was a component of all-around performing, entertainment that seamlessly mixed monologues, dialogues, dances, music, and humor.” [hokum wiki revisted] Subject: RE: Help: What is a bulgine? From: GUEST,Phil d'Conch Date: 04 Jul 16 - 02:13 AM “...The full 'bulgine' routine: stand up comedy skit; song, with lyrics; and the dance; made up about about half the entire show. An 1840-50s minstrel troupe could hardly get on stage without one. Or a least a parody of the other guy's act.” RE: Help: What is a bulgine? The History Ob De World lectures, same deal: Lyr Req/Add: Sunday School
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