Yale Repertory Theatre, (New Haven, Connecticut), 1966-present, Early 19th Century


As part of the School of Drama at Yale University, the Yale Repertory Theatre was created in 1966 under the leadership of Dean Robert Brustein. This theater created a connection between a conservatory and professional setting. It was also a way for Brustein to show that there was a group of artists around. His dream of this thus led to an emerging field of nonprofit theaters. Brustein chose to create the space in order to emphasize the production of new plays and classics in theater. This still remains as the focal point of the theater to this day.
The Yale Repertory Theatre resides on the site of the former Calvary Baptist Church. This church was created in 1846 and then later on became the repertory theater for Yale University. Later the administrators declared that the exterior of the theater did not match the interior and thus it was decided that it was in need of a renovation. Architects and engineers from WJE associates worked together with masons from Universal Preservation Group. The renovation was under a strict three month schedule and was completed within that time. Under 50 years the Yale Repertory Theatre has produced over 100 premiers and many of which gained extraordinary recognition and awards.






Citations

History. Accessed March 15, 2018. https://drama.yale.edu/history.

Goerig, Published By Anita. "Yale Repertory Theater: Brownstone Restored • O&G Industries Earth Products Showcase." O&G Industries Earth Products Showcase. December 07, 2017. Accessed March 15, 2018. https://mason.ogind.com/yale-rep-restored-brownstone/.

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