Inside LA STAGE History: The Coronet Theatre
by JULIO MARTINEZ famed European dance ensemble, The Berkoff Family, emigrated to the U.S. from Odessa, Russia, in the early 20th century, youngest daughter Frieda (1903-1976) became enamored with American vaudeville. Frieda and brother Louis made their New York debuts in the long-running revue, Greenwich Village Follies (1922-23). After touring for 20 years, performing in theatres and concert halls around the co…