Local Glories - Satterthwaite, Ann
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This book explores the creative, social, and communal roles of thousands of "opera houses" that appeared in towns in the late 1800s and flourished with an astounding array of cultural performances and public activities until the advent of movies. Now, these entertainment halls are now coming back to life as theaters and art centers, as people become increasingly aware of their potential for historic preservation and cultural activities.

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This book explores the creative, social, and communal roles of thousands of "opera houses" that appeared in towns in the late 1800s and flourished with an astounding array of cultural performances and public activities until the advent of movies. Now, these entertainment halls are now coming back to life as theaters and art centers, as people become increasingly aware of their potential for historic preservation and cultural activities.
Autorenporträt
City planner in Washington, DC. Involved in environmental, cultural, and preservation planning to improve community livability, civic engagement, and sustainability for national, state and local public and private agencies. She has lectured, written articles and book, Going Shopping: Consumer Choices and Community Consequences, and was awarded two NEA individual grants.