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Actors, actresses, Hollywood, Broadway, and more...The listings below are just a sampling of newspaper reporting regarding film and theater. If you don't find your favorite person or event, use our search engine to search for them by name.
Note: Some newspapers shown are of significant events upon which future movies and/or plays were based.
Movies, Film & Theater
Actors, actresses, Hollywood, Broadway, and more...<br />
The listings below are just a sampling of newspaper reporting regarding film and theater. If you don't find your favorite person or event, use our search engine to search for them by name.<br />
Note: Some newspapers shown are of significant events upon which future movies and/or plays were based.
1973 airplane crash death of Jim Croce...
Item #712403
September 27, 1973
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Sept. 27, 1973
* Jim Croce death in airplane crash w/ photo
* American folk & rock singer songwriter
* "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" song fame
Page 43 has a heading: "Jim Croce, 1943-73" with photo. (see images)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason to save it at the time.
... See More
1808 theatrical ad includes Edgar Allan Poe's mother...
Item #712343
November 17, 1808
BOSTON GAZETTE, Nov. 17, 1808
* Edgar Allan Poe's mother theater ad
A curious literary item here as the top of page 3 has an advertisement for the "Boston Theatre" with a performance of: "The Life & Death of Tom Thumb the Great", with one of the principal characters being "Mrs. Poe" as "Queen Dollalolla" She was the mother of Edgar Allan Poe.
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Actress Evelyn Hoey murder or suicide ?...
Item #712257
September 12, 1935
ST. LOUIS POST DISPATCH, September 12, 1935
* Evelyn Hoey murder or suicide ?
* Broadway actress & singer
The front page has two photos with heading: "Broadway Musical Comedy Star Dead; Millionaire's Son Held for Coroner" Also a one column heading at the top of the fornt page reads: "ACTRESS SHOT TO DEATH IN HOME OF OIL MAN'S SON" with subheads. (see images) ... See More
1988 "Last Temptation of Christ" film protest...
Item #712252
August 12, 1988
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 12, 1988
* "Last Temptation of Christ" film protest
* Universal Studios prior to the movie premiere
* Citizens for a Universal Appeal - religious groups
* Director Martin Scorsese & Actor William Defoe
The top of the front page has two related photos with one column heading; "25,000 Gather at Universal to Protest Film" (see images) First re... See More
Review & premiere of "Grand Torino", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #712237
December 12, 2008
CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, Dec. 12, 2008
* Best "Grand Torino" movie advertisement
* Grand Opening Day premiere & review
* American drama film - Clint Eastwood
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Grand Torino" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment i... See More
Premier ads and reviews: "Bring It On" & "Art of War"...
Item #712190
August 25, 2000
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 25, 2000 (1st and Calendar sections only)
* Premier ads and reviews: "Bring It On" & "Art of War"
The Calendar section has large premier ads and reviews for both "Bring It On" and "Art of War". Additional large ads for recent releases are present as well.
The front of the Calendar section has: "Huge 'Survivor'... See More
1934 "Hitler's Reign of Terror" debut ad in NYC...
Item #712181
April 29, 1934
SECTION 9 only of the New York Times, April 29, 1934
* Hitler's Reign of Terror movie debut ad
* First American anti-Nazi film (eve)
Page 3 of this section has a 4 x 3 1/4 inch advertisement for the opening day of "Hitler's Reign Of Terror" (see) This ad is for the following premiere. This film was a combination of newsreel footage, documentary, and reenactment on the acti... See More
Dorothy Hale suicide death... actress & socialite....
Item #712166
October 21, 1938
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH, October 21, 1938
* Dorothy Hale suicide death
* American socialite & actress
* New York City building jump
The top of the front page has a one column photo with heading: "Plunges to Death" Also a one column heading: "Movie Actress Falls 15 Stories To Death" with subhead. (see images) First report coverage on American socialite and actress, D... See More
Tucker 1st Day Movie Advertisement & Review... Black Mormons...
Item #712160
August 12, 1988
LOS ANGELES TIMES, August 12, 1988
* Tucker - premiere advertisement & review
* Mormon door is now open to Blacks
* Last Temptation of Christ controversy
A nice full page ad for the premiere of the movie "TUCKER", accompanied by a review on the first page of the Calendar section. Nice to have in a Los Angeles newspaper. The
Also present is an advertis... See More
1982 U.S. premiere of the film "Gandhi" ad...
Item #712046
December 07, 1982
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 7, 1982
* "Gandhi" film - movie advertisement
* Grand opening day American premiere
* Epic biographical film on Mahatma Gandhi
* Indian Independence movement from UK
* Actor Ben Kingsley in the title role
Page 50 has a nice full advertisement for the U.S. opening day of the film "GANDHI" This film won... See More
1984 Lou Reed Manhattan concert performances ad...
Item #712034
September 25, 1984
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Sept. 25, 1984
* Lou Reed - American musician songwriter singer
* Beacon Theatre concert performance advertisement w/ The Swimming Pool Q's
* The Velvet Underground & "Walk on the Wild Side" song fame
Page 80 has a full page advertisement for two "LOU REED" performances at the Beacon Theatre in Manhattan. ... See More
Early days of the AIDS virus in 1988...
Item #712019
October 29, 1985
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Oct. 29, 1985
* AIDS - Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
* HIV - Human immunodeficiency virus - pathogen
* American journalist - senior editor Wayne Barrett
The front page has a heading: "STRAIGHT SHOOTERS..." with report on multiple inside pages with some related photos.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item b... See More
1962 death of Marilyn Monroe...
Item #711979
August 16, 1962
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Aug. 16, 1962
* Death of Marilyn Monroe (1st mention in this publication)
* Actress, singer, model and sex symbol
Page 4 has a heading: "For Marilyn Monroe" Report continues on the following page. Being a weekly publication, this is actually the first mention of her death in this counter culture community newspaper.
I suspe... See More
1977 HEART, Grateful Dead & The Heartbreakers...
Item #711976
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Aug. 22, 1977* "HEART" Central Park NYC concert ad
* "Grateful Dead" Englishtown NJ concert
* "The Heartbreakers" at the Village Gate
Page 59 has a full page advertisement for a HEART concert in Central Park. This band features Ann and Nancy Wilson.
Page 61 has a full page ad for The Grateful Dead... See More
1967 Tiny Tim opens for Jimi Hendrix & The Doors....
Item #711975
June 29, 1967
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, June 29, 1967
* Tiny Tim opens for Jimi Hendrix & The Doors
* Famous American guitarist makes New York debut
* American rock band - Jim Morrison
* Steve Paul's Scene nightclub advertisement
Page 29 has a 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 inch advertisement for upcoming performances at The Scene nightclub. Among the performers are very early app... See More
1982 premiere of the film "The Verdict" ad...
Item #711973
December 14, 1982
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 14, 1982
* "The Verdict" film - movie advertisement
* Grand opening day American premiere
* American legal movie - Actor Paul Newman
* "48 Hours" buddy cop action comedy film
* Actors Eddie Murphy and Nick Nolte
Page 78 has a full advertisement for the opening day of the film "The Verdict" T... See More
Early Bob Dylan 1965 interview / photo...
Item #711971
March 25, 1965
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, March 25, 1965
* Early and rare Bob Dylan interview
* American folk singer - songwriter
Page 24 has a rare interview with a young Bob Dylan under the heading: "Dylan Meets the Press" with related photo. Dylan was known not to give many interviews throughout his career. This was one of his very first public press conferences.... See More
The Grateful Dead in 1976....
Item #711904
May 31, 1976
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, May 31, 1976
* Iconic "Steal Your Face" lightning skull badge - emblem
* Grateful Dead concert in Jersey City NJ (July 2, 1976)
* Roosevelt Stadium performance advertisement (postponed)
* Jerry Garcia - Bob Weir - Ron "Pigpen" McKernan
Page 94 has a nice full page advertisement for "GRATEFUL DEAD" for a... See More
1973 Humble Pie & Willie Nelson concert advertisements...
Item #711898
May 10, 1973
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, May 10, 1973
* Humble Pie - English rock band - Clem Clempson
* Madison Square Garden concert advertisement
* Willie Nelson - singer - songwriter - guitarist
* Outlaw country music - 1st NYC appearance
* Max's Kansas City nightclub gigs
Page 53 has a full page advertisement for a "HUMBLER PIE" concert at Madison ... See More
Two of the best Kennedy assassination issues to be had...
Item #711760
November 23, 1963
(2) Here is a terrific pair of issues on the assassination of John F. Kennedy from the city where it happened. Both issues are THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS from Texas.
Note: While we do offer each of these issues as stand-alone items, purchasing them as a set will enable you to take advantage of a discounted price.
You get the November 23, 1963 edition which is a quite rare & extremely desirabl... See More
1962 Thomas Mitchell (actor) death
Item #711757
December 18, 1962
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Dec. 18, 1962
* Thomas Mitchell death
* Hollywood actor & writer
* "Gone with the Wind" fame
The front page has a one column heading: "Film Star Mitchell Dies at 70" with photo. (see images) He played roles in some of the most iconic films including: "Gone With The Wins", "Stagecoach", "It's A Wonderful Life"... See More
Martin Luther King Jr. speaks in 1967 Harlem...
Item #711749
June 22, 1967
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York City, June 22, 1967
* Martin Luther King Jr. speech
* Hospital workers in Harlem
* "We shall overcome. No lie can live forever"
* LAST ONE IN INVENTORY ***
The front page has a heading: "The Coming of King: A Charismatic Moment" with photo. (see images) King's speech continues on the inside pages and includes his quote... See More
Edgar Allan Poe Parents Theatre Ad In 1806...
Item #711740
October 27, 1806
BOSTON GAZETTE, Oct. 27, 1806
* Edgar Allan Poe's father & mother theater ads
* Richard The Third and Rival Soldiers plays
* Eliza Arnold Hopkins Poe & David Poe Jr.
The top of page 3 under "Boston Theatre" is a notice for the performances of "RICHARD THE THIRD", with Mr. Poe as "Tressel" and "RIVAL SOLDIERS" with Mr. Poe as "L... See More
Premiere of "Slap Shot", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #711725
February 24, 1977
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 24, 1977
* Best "Slap Shot" advertisement (eve)
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere
* Sport's comedy cult film - Paul Newman
A nice issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Slap Shot" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime ... See More
1969 Anti-Vietnam War & Led Zeppelin II Ads...
Item #711659
October 16, 1969
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Oct. 16, 1969
* Moratorium to End the War in Vietnam
* March on Washington D.C. advertisements
* Massive demonstration - teach-in
* Led Zeppelin II album release & "The Who" concert
Page 19 has a full page advertisement for the Moratorium to End the War in Vietnam.
Page 36 has a nice ad for the release of "... See More
Nice print of Ted Healy, founder of the Three Stooges...
Item #711593
February 15, 1931
THE NEW YORK TIMES, section 8 only, February 15, 1931
* Print of Ted Healy of The Three Stooges fame
The front page of this "Screen--Art" section of this Sunday newspaper (Section 8) features an uncommonly large illustration which features both Ted Healy and Basil Rathbone. The caption reads: "Those somewhat different actors, Ted Healy and Basil Rathbone. Mr. Healy will be hea... See More
1922 William Desmond Taylor murder....
Item #711522
February 07, 1922
THE BETHLEHEM TIMES, Pennsylvania, February 7, 1922
* William Desmond Taylor shot dead
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "LITTLE PROGRESS MADE IN SOLVING MYSTERY OF SHOOTING OF MOTION PICTURE DIRECTOR" with subheads. (see images) Coverage on the recent murder of famed actor and director William Desmond Taylor which is still unsolved till this day.
Complete in 14 ... See More
Premier ads and reviews: "Clueless" & "Free Willy 2"...
Item #711505
July 19, 1995
LOS ANGELES TIMES, July 19, 1995 (1st and Calendar sections only)
* Premier ads and reviews: "Clueless" & "Free Willy 2"
The Calendar Sections has full-page ads and reviews of the premier release of both "Free Willy 2" and "Clueless". The Sports Section also has a feature article (and photo) regarding [Centennial] Olympic Stadiu... See More
1966 Marisol sculptures on display... Timothy Leary...
Item #711502
April 21, 1966
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, April 21, 1966
* Marisol Escobar - Venezuelan-American sculptor
* Exhibition of sculptures at the Sidney Janis Gallery
* Timothy Leary appearance at Town Hall advertisement
Page 13 has a full page pictorial with heading: "The Many Faces of Marisol" and brief text. (see images)
Page 23 has a advertisement for a Dr. Timothy ... See More
1975 Elvis Presley editorial...
Item #711495
April 07, 1975
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, April 7, 1975
* American singer & actor Elvis Presley
* "King of Rock and Roll" editorial w/ photos
Page 63 has a heading: "Elvis Presley, Philosopher King" with photo. (see images) Editorial continues on the following pges with four more related photos.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because th... See More
1967 Jimi Hendrix gig ad in Greenwich Village...
Item #711492
August 03, 1967
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, Aug. 3, 1967
* Very early Jimi Hendrix performance advertisement
* American electric guitarist, songwriter and singer
* Swami Satchidananda Saraswati editorial
Page 24 has a 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 inch advertisement for "The Jimi Hendrix Experience" which was performed four nights at the Salvation Club in Greenwich Village. Hendrix released... See More
1981 The Clash punk rock band nightclub ad...
Item #711489
May 26, 1981
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, May 27-June 2, 1981
* The Clash - English punk rock band
* "The Only Band That Matters"
* Bond's International Casino nightclub
* Concerts - performances advertisements
Page 73 has a nice full page advertisement for a upcoming "THE CLASH" performances at the Bond's International Casino nightclub in ... See More
1964 "Dr. Strangelove" opening day film review w/ ad...
Item #711487
February 13, 1964
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Feb. 13, 1964
* "Dr. Strangelove" opening day premiere review
* Political satire black comedy film - movie
* Director Stanley Kubrick & Actor Peter Sellers
Page 13 under "film" is a review for the recent premiere with heading: "Come Now, Dr. Strangelove" The review continues on the following page.
P... See More
"The Black Crook", the first full-fledged Broadway musical delayed!
Item #711436
September 13, 1866
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 11, 1866
* "The Black Crook" - opening premiere delayed (2-days)
* Considered the first full-fledged Broadway musical
* Niblo's Garden, New York City
Page 7 has an advertisement of Niblo's Garden noting that although originally scheduled to open on September 10th it would now open on the 12th. The text states in part: "Mr. Wheatley respectfu... See More
Review & Ad of "The Black Crook" - the first full-fledged Broadway musical...
Item #711393
September 13, 1866
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 13, 1866
* "The Black Crook" opening premiere w/ review
* First musical theatre performance of the first modern-day musical!
* Niblo's Garden - Broadway - New York City
Page 4 has a review of the first performance of "The Black Crook" from the previous evening, which is quite lengthy & complimentary. Near the end it notes: "..... See More
1972 1st ? New York Dolls Manhattan gig advertisement...
Item #711322
May 25, 1972
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, May 25, 1972
* New York Dolls - punk rock music band pioneers
* Hotel Diplomat - New York City concert advertisement
* Very first venue performance ? one year prior to 1st album
Page 56 has a 4 x 3 1/2 inch advertisement for a "New York Dolls" performance at the Hotel Diplomat" (see images) We had multiple people ask ... See More
Fantastic headline... Japanese surrender...
Item #711276
August 14, 1945
SUN-GAZETTE SPECIAL, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, August 14, 1945
* World War II ends
* Japanese surrenders
* Terrific headline
We have handled many dramatic V-J Day newspapers through the years but few have been as dramatic and displayable as this one.
This "Special Edition", as noted in the upper corners, has a bold, two line head taking the entire top half of the front ... See More
Operation Hailstone... Truk Island attacked....
Item #710969
February 21, 1944
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, February 21, 1944
* Operation Hailstone - Truk Atoll
* World War II - Chuuk Lagoon State
* American victory vs. Japanese Imperial Navy
* Pacific Ocean theater of WWII
The front page has a nice banner headline in bold lettering: "U.S. ATTACK RUINS TRUK" with subheads. (see images) Two related maps are on the back page.
Complete in 16 pages, light toning ... See More
Steamboat Bill, Jr... Buster Keaton...
Item #710672
May 13, 1928
THE NEW YORK TIMES, section 9 only, May 13, 1928
* "Steamboat Bill, Jr." second day ad
* Actor Buster Keaton - silent film - movie
Page 4 of this section has a second day opening advertisement for the silent film "Steamboat Bill, Jr." starring Buster Keaton. This opening day ad measures 7 x 6 1/2 inches.
Complete section 9 only with all 20 pages, light toning at the mar... See More
Christopher Street (NYC), center of World's gay rights movement...
Item #710648
August 25, 1981
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Aug. 26-Sept. 1, 1981
* Christopher Street - West Village in Manhattan
* World's center of gay rights - pride movement
* Notable for the Stonewall Inn location - LGBT
The front page has a photo with heading: "BRANDON JUDELL ON CHRISTOPHER STREET" (see images and notice the small red library stamp) Page 13 has a he... See More
American premiere ad for "Pink Floyd - The Wall"...
Item #710647
August 10, 1982
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York (weekly), Aug. 10, 1982
* Best "Pink Floyd - The Wall" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere
* Live-action/animated musical drama film
Page 44 has a full page advertisement for: "Pink Floyd - The Wall" for it's American premiere at the Ziegfeld Theater in Manhattan.
This ad is for that very first showing of ... See More
1966 Andy Warhol movie reviews...
Item #710642
November 24, 1966
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York City, Nov. 24, 1966
* Andy Warhol movie reviews
* Experimental underground film
* First major commercial success
Page 29 has four movie reviews for Andy Warhol's first major film success, "The Chelsea Girls" This takes up the entire page here.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because
... See More
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because
Opening week of "The Shining", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #710636
May 27, 1980
LOS ANGELES TIMES, May 27, 1980
* Best "The Shining" advertisement
* Grand Opening week premiere
* Jack Nicholson psychological horror
A issue on the opening week (Tuesday) of the motion picture hit "The Shining" and perhaps no better newspaper could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime pu... See More
Premiere of "Pink Floyd - The Wall", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #710439
September 17, 1982
LOS ANGELES TIMES, September 17, 1982
* Best "Pink Floyd - The Wall" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere
* Live-action/animated musical drama film
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture cult classic hit "Pink Floyd - The Wall" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment indus... See More
1973 Led Zeppelin's "Houses of the Holy" album release...
Item #710438
April 12, 1973
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, April 12, 1973
* Led Zeppelin album release advertisement
* English rock band - "Houses of the Holy"
* Robert Plant - Jimmy Page - John Bonham
Page 53 has a full page advertisement for a music store in Manhattan focusing on the release of "Houses of the Holy" music album. (see images)
Other full page advertiseme... See More
1974 post Stonewall riots gay pride parade photos...
Item #710437
July 04, 1974
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, July 4, 1974
* Post Stonewall riots - rebellion
* Gay pride week parade photos
* LGBT legal rights demonstration
The front page has 3 related photos of the recent gay pride week parade in Manhattan with brief text. (see images) Probably only found in this counterculture publication.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare ... See More
1966 Julius sip-in... serving homosexuals...
Item #710436
May 05, 1966
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, May 5, 1966
* Julius sip-in - Mattachine Society fight
* Serving homosexuals at bars - restaurants
* Dick Leitsch and Craig Rodwell w/ photo
The top of page 15 has a heading: "Three Homosexuals In Search of a Drink" with lead-in: "Civil Liberties" and photo of the three men involved. (see images) Great to have in ... See More
Marshall Applewhite in 1975... Heaven's Gate...
Item #710321
October 20, 1975
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Oct. 20, 1975
* Early Marshall Applewhite & Bonnie Nettles
* Heaven's Gate - new religious movement - cult
* Two witnesses of Revelation ? UFO religion
* Waldport, Oregon citizens go missing - mystery
The front page has a heading in orange lettering: "The UFO Cult Mystery: Did 60 Vanish"
Page 9 has a banner headi... See More
1974 "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" ad...
Item #710320
October 31, 1974
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Oct. 31, 1974
* "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" opening
* American horror film - movie - Leatherface
Page 101 has a 5 1/2 x 4 inch advertisement (not including locations underneath) for: "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" for it's premiere opening in New York City. Through research, this film opened in NYC on... See More
2003 House of 1000 Corpses... Angry Management...
Item #710312
April 11, 2003
LOS ANGELES TIMES, April 11, 2003
* Best "Anger Management" film advertisement (double-page)
* Grand Opening Day - movie premiere ad & review
* House of 1000 Corpses opening day as well
* Rob & Sheri Moon Zombie - Sid Haig
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture blockbuster: "Anger Management". Perhaps no better issue could be found to contain th... See More
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