Karina Vadio and Hertz

Sunday, 1 December 2024

Trying to Find the Name of that Pub

I know that when Karina retired she married and became Mrs Carrie Bentley. Carrie and her husband bought a pub in Leigh-on-Sea in the late 1960s or early 1970s.

Does anyone recognise the names and the name of the Pub in Leigh-on-Sea?

Saturday, 19 October 2024

Karina - the Book. Now on Kindle Reader

Discover the fascinating life of Karina, born Caroline Packer McMurray, a talented dancer, contortionist, and actress who dazzled audiences in Britain’s music halls and theatres from the 1930s to the 1950s. Raised in Maryhill, Glasgow, Karina’s journey to stardom was shaped by two families—the McMurrays, her birth family, and the Grays, who helped raise her. Together, these families played a pivotal role in her life, guiding her into the world of live performance.

This short story chronicles Karina’s remarkable career and offers a unique glimpse into the golden age of British entertainment. From her early performances to her rise as a celebrated stage performer, Karina shared the spotlight with some of the biggest stars of the era. Richly illustrated with rare stage photographs, personal memories, and historical insights, Karina: The Glasgow Girl Who Conquered the Stage reveals the untold story of a woman whose talent and determination made her a standout in the glamorous, yet demanding, world of variety theatre.

For lovers of theatre history, family stories, and forgotten stars, this book uncovers the life of a performer whose legacy endures through the memories and documents preserved by both her families.

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Sunday, 13 October 2024

Watch Karina in 1937 Film - Shooting Stars

Karina Vadio and Hertz are featured in this film from about 18 minutes in.

Watch here. The UK only

Saturday, 4 May 2013