First Performance at the Sylvan Theater
Item
Title
First Performance at the Sylvan Theater
Description
The first performance at the Sylvan Theatre on the Washington Monument grounds took place on the evening of June 2, 1917. Artist and philanthropist Alice Pike Barney Hemmick founded the theater, believing that Washington needed a nationally supported theater and that an outdoor theater would be a good first step. The performance on opening night consisted of speeches, a rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" by the Marine Band, and a play written by Mrs. Hemmick. Over 6,000 people attended the Sylvan Theater first show.
Source
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. View Original.
Date
06/02/1917
19170602
Coverage
1890-1919
Type
Openings and Dedications
Concert
topic
design & monuments
everyday life
work & play