A major contribution to the history of American theatre, this book records in one volume all available data about theatres built in this country before 1915. The first comprehensive reference work of its kind, the "Directory of Historic American TheatreS" identifies 886 theatres ranging from forgotten second-floor opera houses to elaborate performance centers still in use today. The data collected here is based on exhaustive questionnaire and follow-up mailings to historical societies, libraries, theatres, and individuals involved in historic preservation.
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A major contribution to the history of American theatre, this book records in one volume all available data about theatres built in this country before 1915. The first comprehensive reference work of its kind, the "Directory of Historic American TheatreS" identifies 886 theatres ranging from forgotten second-floor opera houses to elaborate performance centers still in use today. The data collected here is based on exhaustive questionnaire and follow-up mailings to historical societies, libraries, theatres, and individuals involved in historic preservation.
Imprint | Greenwood Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | October 1987 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | October 1987 |
Authors | Carlton Ward |
Editors | John W. Frick, Carlton Ward |
Dimensions | 234 x 156 x 23mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 367 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-313-24868-9 |
Barcode | 9780313248689 |
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LSN | 0-313-24868-0 |