Charles Aronstein (August 27, 1870 – March 27, 1943), who wrote under the pen name James Madison, was an American theatre manager, writer and publisher, responsible for writing and publishing the periodical Madison's Budget.
For many years Charles Aronstein managed theatres and touring companies in California and elsewhere, including the Princess Theater in New York.
He also collaborated on scripts for silent movies including The Cohens and Kellys, and wrote sketches for the Bella Union Theater in San Francisco.
From about 1930, Madison sold compilations of his Budget to radio stars including Fred Allen and Eddie Cantor.
[2] In later years he owned and published several other magazines, including The Collector's Guide and The Rare Book Speculator.