Frank Burt(1882-1964)
- Actor
- Composer
Frank Burt was the stage name for Augustus Berek, who performed as a
vaudevillian, was also a comedian, dancer, and self-taught musician (he
played the flute, among other instruments). He first went on stage when
he was 16 (as a dancer) and for many years he and his wife toured in
vaudeville as "Burt and Rosedale." The act played the Palace, NY, as
well as the vaudeville circuit. Their colorful careers were recounted
in the book and film "Mother Wore Tights" (actually, it was an evening
gown). After vaudeville, Burt worked for a time as a refrigerator
salesman.