Tag Archives: Vaudeville
Donna Darling at the Lyric Theatre, Hamilton, Ontario (January 1926)
In January 1926, Donna Darling and her troupe appeared at Hamilton, Ontario’s Lyric Theatre as a featured vaudeville attraction. Contemporary coverage from The Hamilton Spectator documents her engagement, billing, and reception, offering a clear glimpse into her international touring career during the height of the vaudeville era. Continue reading
Donna in Port Huron, MI, at the Majestic Theater, January 2-3, 1926
In January 1926, Donna Darling and Girls appeared at the Majestic Theatre in Port Huron, Michigan, following the conclusion of a western tour and a Christmas return to Detroit. This brief engagement illustrates how established vaudeville acts moved efficiently through Michigan’s regional theater network during the final years of professional vaudeville. Continue reading
In the News – 1925-12-03 – Jefferson Theatre, Muskegon, MI – Donna Darling & Girls
🎭 Vaudeville Flashback! 🎭
On December 3, this day in 1925, Donna Darling & Girls took the stage at the Jefferson Theatre in Muskegon, MI! Featuring dazzling Bathing Suit Revues, catchy songs, and lively dances, this was a must-see act of its time. A glimpse into the golden era of 1920s entertainment!
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Posted in Bathing Suit Revue, Donna Darling and Girls, Vaudeville
Tagged Vaudeville, Michigan, History, Muskegon, Jefferson Theatre
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In the News – 1927-07-11 – Olympia Theatre, New Bedford, MA
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
Donna Darling at the Moon Theater, Omaha, – September 24–26, 1925
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