In nearly all cases where the act has been a 'riot' of laughter, yet has failed to secure bookings, the reason is to be found in the fact that it is devoid of a definite theme or central idea.
"Writing for Vaudeville"
Brett Page
Ambition went out to make the proper bookings with Destiny.
"Ade's Fables"
George Ade
It was a habit of his to make provisional bookings by every available steamer.
"The Clue of the Twisted Candle"
Edgar Wallace