The 1930s swung with big bands, while San Francisco's nightlife thrived as "Baghdad by the Bay". The Forbidden City, an all-Chinese nightclub, drew crowds, featuring Chinese American performers in extravagant American-style shows.
Forbidden City, U.S.A.
In the vibrant nightlife of 1930s San Francisco, the Forbidden City nightclub stood out as a premier destination, attracting crowds with its electric atmosphere and rivaling the iconic Cotton Club of Harlem.