Published 08/05/09
Oregon Coast Celebrates Golden Age of Radio
(Newport, Oregon) – "When Radio Was King!" recreates the "Golden Age of Radio" with live performances of classic radio plays from the 1930s. The event is at the Newport Visual Arts Center (777 NW Beach Dr., Newport). 541-574-3333.
There are two showings at Saturday, August 22 at 7 p.m.; and Sunday August 23 at 7 p.m.
The “Tip Top Motors Theater” presents a special radio adaptation of The Philadelphia Story (1939) on both nights, on the second floor of the Visual Arts Center. Admission is $5 at the door.
Live recreation of radio dramas is a fun way to increase public awareness of the popular culture during the art deco era. Directed by local radio and theater maven Morgan Locklear, the performances before a live audience will showcase some of the area’s best local actors complete with sound effects.
A big part of the fun is immersing yourself in the culture by dressing in the style of the day. Deco dress is admired but not required.
The Golden Age of Radio refers to a period from the early 1920’s until television’s replacement of radio as the dominant home entertainment in the late 1950’s. At its zenith, live variety shows like the Texaco Star Theater were so popular that people scheduled their entire lives around being in front of the radio when the program was broadcast live.
In the late 1920’s, the sponsored musical feature was the most popular program format. Commercial messages were regarded as intrusive, so these shows often displayed the sponsor’s name in the title. During the 1930’s and 1940’s, the leading orchestras were heard often through big band remotes. Just like television programming, radio entertainment ran the gamut from comedies to mysteries, dramas, serials and game shows.
Presented by the non-profit City Center Newport Association, the event is a fundraiser for the ongoing effort to revitalize Newport’s unique art deco heritage. For details, fashion tips and more please visit www.citycenternewport.com. 541-574-3333.
The shows are part of the “Art Deco August” festival, which spotlights and celebrates the appreciation of Newport’s art deco heritage throughout the month.
Other Art Deco August Events
Saturday, August 8. Guided Walk: 9 a.m. Starts at Pig N’ Pancake 810 SW Alder St. Free.
Saturday, August 8. Art Deco Film Festival: Sampler of 1930s Saturday Afternoon Serial Cliffhangers 12:50 p.m. Newport Performing Arts Center 777 W. Olive Street All ages $5 per person.
Saturday, August 8. Art Deco Film Festival: Gold Diggers of 1933 (1933) A Busby Berkeley extravaganza! 2:30 p.m. Newport Performing Arts Center 777 W. Olive Street Adults $9, CCNA Members, Seniors and Students with ID $8, under 13 $7.
Saturday, August 8. Art Deco Film Festival: Wife Vs. Secretary (1936) Clark Gable, Jean Harlow & Myrna Loy in a comedic romp 4:50 p.m. Newport Performing Arts Center 777 W. Olive Street Adults $9, CCNA Members, Seniors and Students with ID $8, under 13 $7.
Saturday, August 8. Art Deco Film Festival: The 30s Movie Palace Experience featuring Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow with Angelina Jolie, Jude Law & Gwyneth Paltrow (set in 1939) 7 p.m. Newport Performing Arts Center 777 W. Olive Street Adults $12, CCNA Members, Seniors and Students with ID $10, under 13, $9.
Sunday, August 9. Art Deco Film Festival: Sampler of 1930s Classic Cartoons and Short Subject Films 12:35 p.m. Newport Performing Arts Center 777 W. Olive Street All ages $5 per person.
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