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The narrative delves into the rich and troubled history of the Fulton Theatre, revealing its transformation from a colonial jail to a vibrant cultural hub. Key events, such as the massacre of the Conestoga Indians and the imprisonment of fugitive slaves, haunt its past. Over the years, the theater has hosted a diverse array of performances, including minstrel shows, significant literary productions, and modern musicals, reflecting America's evolving identity and the complex legacy of its historical struggles.
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Staging Ground, Leslie Stainton
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- 2014
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- Title
- Staging Ground
- Subtitle
- An American Theater and Its Ghosts
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Leslie Stainton
- Publisher
- Penn State University Press
- Publisher
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 264
- ISBN13
- 9780271063652
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The narrative delves into the rich and troubled history of the Fulton Theatre, revealing its transformation from a colonial jail to a vibrant cultural hub. Key events, such as the massacre of the Conestoga Indians and the imprisonment of fugitive slaves, haunt its past. Over the years, the theater has hosted a diverse array of performances, including minstrel shows, significant literary productions, and modern musicals, reflecting America's evolving identity and the complex legacy of its historical struggles.