The minstrel show, an American theatrical form that was founded on the comic enactment of racial stereotypes, was popular from the early 19th to the early 20th century. Although the form gradually disappeared from the professional theatres and became purely a vehicle for amateurs, its influence endured—in vaudeville, radio, and television as well as in the motion-picture and world-music industries of the 20th and 21st centuries.
As for the performance genre that gradually replaced the minstrel show, it is difficult to pinpoint a single genre. However, it is worth noting that vaudeville emerged as a popular form of entertainment in the late 19th century and continued to be popular until the 1930s. Vaudeville shows were composed of a variety of acts, including comedy sketches, musical performances, acrobatics, and magic shows 1. The genre was known for its fast-paced and diverse nature, which made it appealing to audiences of all ages and backgrounds.