Bobby May (born Ludwig Theodore Mayer, February 20, 1907–November 7, 1981) was a vaudeville-era juggler. He is considered one of the best American jugglers.

Biography

Bobby May was born in Cleveland, Ohio.

Bobby May

Bobby May performed his first professional act at Cleveland's Luna Park in 1923 along with a young Bob Hope.

Bobby May

One of May's most well-known acts involved juggling while ice-skating, which involved the use of three to five balls, clubs, hats, and cigarettes.

Bobby May

May was known for playing the harmonica as well as singing and dancing.

See also

List of jugglers

References

Further material

Bobby May: The Great American Juggler, a film by Stewart Lippe

External links

Juggling Hall of Fame entry for Bobby May

Jugglers

Vaudeville performers

1907 births

1981 deaths