Category 2053 - Question 38
How was Buster Keaton involved in his parents' vaudeville show?
He joined their act at age 3. His father would be playing saxophone while Buster goaded him by disobeying him. His father would respond by throwing him against scenery, into the orchestra pit, etc. He even had suitcase handles sewed into Buster's clothes to aid in the tossing. Trained to fall properly, Buster was rarely injured or bruised. However, the act led to accusations of child abuse and, occasionally, arrest.
Source: Wikipedia
How was Buster Keaton involved in his parents' vaudeville show?
He joined their act at age 3. His father would be playing saxophone while Buster goaded him by disobeying him. His father would respond by throwing him against scenery, into the orchestra pit, etc. He even had suitcase handles sewed into Buster's clothes to aid in the tossing. Trained to fall properly, Buster was rarely injured or bruised. However, the act led to accusations of child abuse and, occasionally, arrest.
Source: Wikipedia
