For nearly twenty years the Sue Hastings Marionettes were one of North America's largest puppet troupes. During the 1930's as many as twelve companies were on theroad and the stock of puppets exceeded two thousand. Performances ranged from socialite parties to Broadway shows, from commercial promotions to touring the Chautauqua circuit, from worlds fairs to the White House. But little has been published about the remarkable lady who managed it all. Dorlis Grubidge's study is detailed and alive with anecdotes of Sue Hastings, one of the most successful puppetry entrepreneurs. More than 60 photographs and illustrations. 200p.