Al West (played by Charles 'Buddy' Rogers) is a protagonist in Close Harmony.
A warehouse clerk who forms an unusual jazz band. Marjorie uses her influence to secure a theater spot for him. After discovering her manipulation of the harmony singers, he forces her confession, leading to his band's success and a $1,000 weekly contract from Max Mindel. Max Mindel (played by Harry Green) appears in Close Harmony.
Theater manager who dislikes Marjorie. He fires Al's band upon discovering her affection for him and hires replacement harmony singers. After the singers reconcile following Marjorie's confession, Max gives Al's band another chance and offers him a lucrative contract.
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Characters
Al West
(played by Charles 'Buddy' Rogers) — protagonist
A warehouse clerk who forms an unusual jazz band. Marjorie uses her influence to secure a theater spot for him. After discovering her manipulation of the harmony singers, he forces her confession, lea...
Max Mindel
(played by Harry Green) — supporting
Theater manager who dislikes Marjorie. He fires Al's band upon discovering her affection for him and hires replacement harmony singers. After the singers reconcile following Marjorie's confession, Max...
Key Relationships
Al West → Max Mindel
(Professional Employer)
Story Analysis
A jazz band leader navigates theatrical politics and romantic interference to secure professional success.