Peter Zeisler discusses changes in the theater

BROADCAST: Sep. 15, 1981 | DURATION: 00:34:03

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Synopsis

As the co-founder of Minneapolis' Guthrie Theater, Peter Zeisler's goal was to show that first-rate productions can be produced outside of New York. He talks about how the audiences and the artists have changed. He also discusses the various problems of theaters like funding for the arts.

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Broadcast Date
Sep. 15, 1981

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 33.53 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
34 minutes, 3 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

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Theater

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Peter Zeisler discusses changes in the theater

Synopsis

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