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- Collection: Summers in Saugatuck-Douglas Collection
New Leading Man
A page from the weekly Red Barn News, which includes articles on several of the shows that were to be performed during the ninth season, an announcement of tryouts and the Theatre's new leading man, a poster contest, and the opening of the Puppet…
Leta's Unsinkable
A page from the weekly Red Barn News, which includes articles on several of the shows that would be performed, several actresses and members of the Red Barn Theatre staff, and an announcement on how to throw a party at the Red Barn Theatre. Duplicate…
Dyases Return
A page from the weekly Red Barn News, which includes the season schedule and prices, as well as articles about several returning Red Barn Theatre staff. There is also an order form to gain membership to the Red Barn at the bottom of the page.…
Superb Acting
An article from The Grand Rapids Press titled "Superb Acting, Costumes, Music Make 'Mikado' an Evening of Fun." It describes and provides a review of the Red Barn Theatre's production of Mikado, and includes a photo of Ronald Mitchell and Anita…
Stage
A partially cut off scan of an article about the Red Barn Theatre's production of H.M.S Pinafore. It describes the plot and cast of the show, as well as provides a positive review of the show. It includes a photo of Ronald Mitchell and Anita Ericson…
Pinafore to Open Red Barn Season
A newspaper article titled "'Pinafore' to Open Red Barn Season." It provides information about when the show will be performed and how to acquire tickets for it. It also has a photo of David Seatter, who salutes in his show costume.
The Mikado
A scan of a photo of Ko Ko and Katisha, two costumed performers from the Red Barn Theatre's performance of The Mikado. It is captioned "Ko Ko and Katisha, pictured above, will appear in Red Barn Theatre's, Saugatuck, presentation of 'The Mikado,'…
The Mikado, continued
A photo of a performer in a costume from the Red Barn Theatre's performance of The Mikado. It is captioned: "The Gilber and Sullivan operetta, 'The Mikado', will be presented Saturday, July 4 at the Red Barn Theatre of Saugatuck. Performed by the…
By David Nicolette
An article writted by David Nicollete that explores how the Red Barn Theatre was in the planning phases for the next season. It includes an announcement that the Gilbert & Sulivan Festival will not happen that year. It also describes the various…
Memorable Musical Performances
An article from The Commercial Record titled "Memorable Musical Performances in Red Barn Show. It discusses the plot and performances of 1940s Radio Hour. The review is mostly neutral, although Broglio argues that it does not quite meet authentic…
Mame a Rollicking Hit
An article from The Commercial Record titled "Mame a Rollicking Hit at Red Barn," written by Yoli and Lawrence Broglio. The article is an overwhelmingly positive review of the show, and it also includes a summary of the plot. There is a photo of the…
The Commercial Record
An article from The Commercial Record about the Red Barn Theatre's performance of Honeysuckle Rose and Mame. It also provides information on how to acquire tickets, as well as a photo of two men in costume.
Stepping Out at Red Barn
An article from The Grand Rapids Press titled "Stepping Out at Red Barn." It describes the plot of the show and provides information about the casting as well as information on how to purchase tickets. It also includes a photo of "[t]ap dance members…
50 Years of Applause
A full color advertisement for the Red Barn Playhouse that celebrates "50 Years of Applause." It includes information about the shows to be performed during the Summer Season of 1998. It also includes two photos of the Red Barn.
Future of Red Barn Playhouse in Doubt
A newspaper article titled "Future of Red Barn Playhouse in Doubt." It discusses the abrupt cancellation of the final shows of the season. It also explains that it is unclear if there would be another season, in part due to ensuing legal battles…
Born Yesterday
An article from The Commercial Record titled "Born Yesterday Caps Fine Red Barn Summer," written by Yoli Broglio. It describes the production of Born Yesterday, and includes information about the plot and performances given by the cast. The article…
Red Barn Buzzes with Arts
An article from The Grand Rapids Press titled "Red Barn Buzzes with Arts," written by Lucia Rios. It describes Patricia Huyge and her dedication to both bringing back the Lakshore Art Alliance and recognizing local talent. It discusses the ways in…
Theatre Veteran, 90
An article from The Commercial Record/Resorter titled "Theatre Veteran, 90, Shares Red Barn Memories" which was published to honor the 90th birthday of Mary Ann Curtis. It includes part of her story "Remembrances of the Red Barn," which was written…
1979 Schedule of Events
A three panel pamphlet for the Gilbert & Sulivan Festival of Western Michigan, which occured from June 12 to July 1, 1979 at the Red Barn Theatre in Saugatuck. It includes a schedule of events, a map to locate Saugatuck, and a photo of an actor who…
Manhattan Savoyards
A three panel pamphlet that describes the operas, The Mikado, Patience and H.M.S. Pinafore, which would be performed during the Gilbert & Sulivan Festival of Western Michigan. It also includes a calendar of events and information on how to purchase…
Next Act at Red Barn Theatre: Antique Dealers
A newspaper article titled "Next Act at Red Barn Theatre: Antique Dealers" that describes the transition of the Red Barn from a playhouse into an antique shop, following the most recent purchase of the building. It also includes a photo of a…
Kodacolor Print Red Barn Theatre
A photograph of the Red Barn Theatre that has extensive visual distortion. On the side, there is a Kodacolor Print stamp and along the bottom of the photo, the Kodak Safety Film number is listed.
Red Barn Theatre in Color
A full color photo of the Red Barn Theatre that was taken after the building was expanded. Two individuals sit in lawn chairs in front of the building's full parking lot.























