Category Archives: 1919-20 – Chin Chin

“Chin Chin” was a musical show during the 1910s and 1920s.  Donna Montran (born Madonna Montran) joined the show in 1919 and traveled across the country with the show.

“Chin Chin” in Regina, January 15, 1920

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Don Taylor

Donna In the News Montran Monday   “Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspapers articles and advertising regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and aka Donna Darling). I am always excited when I find … Continue reading →

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Chin-Chin starts the new year at the Empire Theatre, Edmonton

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Don Taylor

Donna Montran and “Chin Chin” play at the Empire Theatre in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, 1 – 3 January 1920  Vaudeville/Chin-Chin We know Donna and “Chin-Chin” played at the Avenue Theater in Vancouver for three days beginning Christmas Day. There are … Continue reading →

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Donna in the News – Delayed by Train Crash on way to Fort Armstrong

Posted on November 12, 2018 by Don Taylor

Montran Monday “Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspapers articles and advertising regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and aka Donna Darling). I am always excited when I learn of a new venue for … Continue reading →

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Chin-Chin in the News – 1 Jan 1920 – Edmonton, Alberta

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Don Taylor

Date: January 1, 1920 – Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Empire Theatre Vaudeville/Chin-Chin My grandmother was a vaudeville star and I am following her career, trying to learn of her many performances. In October 1919, she joined the cast of the Charles … Continue reading →

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“Chin Chin” plays – Rex Theatre – Chippewa Falls, WI – 11 Feb 1920

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Don Taylor

Donna Montran and “Chin Chin” play at the Rex Theater in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, on 11 February 1920  We know that “Chin Chin” played at the Metropolitan Opera House in Minneapolis from February 1st through the 7th. I do not … Continue reading →

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