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Columbus Indiana's Historic Crump Theatre

By David , Sechrest

Book information

Publisher
Arcadia Publishing Inc.;The History Press
Year
2013
ISBN
9781625846464, 9781626191884, 1625846460
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
6 MB (6303359 bytes)
Pages
(156 pages) : illustrations\0
Time added
2020-07-26 19:24:52
Ind.);Theaters -- Indiana -- Columbus -- History;TPERFORMING ARTS / Theater / General;Theater archit

Description

"A history of the Crump Theatre in Columbus, Indiana, showcasing rare historic images and research"--;"Not since the construction of the Columbus courthouse had one man and his visionreceived as much publicity from local newspapers as John Crump and his theater,designed and built by architect Charles Sparrell in 1889. This is the story ofthe passion, struggles and triumphs that created the first true cultural artscenter in this small town and the legacy that continues to inspire thecommunity over a century later to protect this local landmark. It is a journeymarked by first-class opera performances, flickering silent films, policeintervention and arrests and, ultimately, decay and closure. A portion of theproceeds from sales of this book will go to the Heritage Fund in support of theCrump Theatre building--an architectural treasure in a city that boasts many"--

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