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In the News – 1927-07-11 – Olympia Theatre, New Bedford, MA

Posted on November 28, 2025 by Don Taylor

A 1927 Standard-Times advertisement places the Donna Darling Revue with Sammy Clark at the Olympia Theatre in New Bedford, appearing July 10–13 alongside several vaudeville acts and the Babe Ruth film Babe Comes Home. This small archival notice adds another confirmed stop in Donna Darling’s touring career and enriches the historical record of 1920s theatrical entertainment. Continue reading →

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Donna Darling Takes Jacksonville: A 1923 Vaudeville Highlight at the Palace Theatre

Posted on November 17, 2025 by Don Taylor

Donna Darling’s 1923 Jacksonville appearance shines through newly found newspaper clippings. Her vaudeville revue, Song and Dance Romance, was hailed as a seasonal highlight at the Palace Theatre, supported by a strong company and fellow acts. This rediscovery offers a vivid glimpse into the lively world of early 20th-century touring entertainment. Continue reading →

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Donna Darling at the Moon Theater, Omaha, – September 24–26, 1925

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Don Taylor

In September 1925, Donna Darling appeared at the Moon Theater in Omaha, Nebraska, briefly promoted as one of the “Bobbed Hair Bandits of Vaudeville.” This short-lived nickname drew from the sensational Celia Cooney headlines of the day. Continue reading →

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Donna Darling’s Surprise Appearance in Portland, Oregon – May 26, 1924.

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Don Taylor

An exciting discovery from The Oregonian (May 26, 1924)!
My grandmother, Madonna Montran—also known as Donna Darling—was a surprise addition to the vaudeville lineup that week, performing alongside her two male dance partners. Described as “a darling maid,” Donna’s act was full of lively steps and charming group songs. It’s always a thrill to uncover new stories from Donna’s 1910s-1920s showbiz days! Continue reading →

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Donna Darling Collection – Part 77

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Don Taylor

Treasure Chest Thursday By Don Taylor For this week’s Treasure Chest Thursday, I’m looking at two pages from the Donna Darling Collection[i]. On the pages were eight photos that I’ll look at and hopefully identify during this article. The first … Continue reading →

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