Life, 1923-03-08 · page 9 of 37
Life — March 8, 1923 — page 9: what you’re looking at
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This is a theatrical review page featuring a portrait and commentary on actress **Tessa Kosta** performing in a play called **"Caroline."** The sketch shows a stylish 1920s woman with short, curled hair—the fashionable "bob" of the era. The accompanying text (signed "G.S.C.") reviews the production, noting that Kosta plays Caroline Lee opposite actor Robert Langdon. The critic praises her performance, describing her as "talented" with "not a weak spot," and notes she performs opposite Helen Calhoun's character. The review focuses on the plot mechanics and Kosta's acting ability rather than satire—this appears to be straightforward theater criticism rather than political commentary. The page documents early 20th-century stage entertainment and performance evaluation.
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Tessa Kosta in “Caroline” iss Caroline Lee felt quite certain that she From this outline you've got all you need of the plot, Was in love with young Roderick Gray, And I don’t think I've left out a thing, Till, just back from the North, Robert Langdon stepped forth But a gorgeous surprise made me open my eyes And demolished her idol of clay, When I found that the whole cast could sing! By a whimsy of Fate, Mr. Gray got the gate Yes, believe it or not, there is not a weak spot, At the moment he thought to win out, And the score is as fresh as can be, But was comforted soon by sweet Helen Calhoun, And the head of the class is that talented lass, And that’s what the play is about. Tessa Kosta, as Caroline Lee. G. S.C. comicbooks.com