American Theaters: Performance Halls of the Nineteenth Century - Hardcover

Naylor, David; Dillon, Joan

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0764324918 ISBN 13: 9780764324918

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd, 2006

Synopsis

American stage theaters are as diverse as the performances staged in them. Marvels of survival and revival, these robust structures are the special places where live performers and audience are suspended in a timeless aura of mystery, myth, and magic. Celebrate the history of theaters from the nineteenth century to present, with beautifully illustrated profiles of 40 of the finest still in operation around the United States. Leading us backstage and onstage, from lobby to loge, this book embraces the full spectrum of theater types and styles. David Naylor's breathtaking original photographs include stunning examples of early Eastern town hall opera houses, Midwest venues, and boomtown opera houses. They capture in splendid detail unique designs and character of revival halls and Chautauquas, simple community halls and library theaters, and ambitious Victorian playhouses, grand opera houses, and concert halls. Supplemented with state-by-state and chronological listings of over 200 more surviving nineteenth-century theaters, this book will surprise even the most dedicated theater buff with discoveries as well as old favorites.

About this title

From the Publisher:

This beautifully-photographed book offers the complete history of American theaters, highlighting the 40 best theaters in America, from small-town halls, to elaborate performance houses. 190 black and white photographs; and two, 8-page, full-color inserts with 47 original color photographs enhance this one-of-a-kind history of American theater. A beautiful gift book, this loving tribute to the theatres of the 19th century will be valued for its story and its brilliant photographs.

About the Author:

Joan Dillon enjoys a life-long passion for architecture and has worked in historic preservation since the 1960s. She lives in a converted Cape Cod barn.

About this edition

• Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0764324918
• ISBN 13: 9780764324918
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 254