Actors Theatre of Louisville

Altman was financial advisor for Theatre Louisville from 1963-1964, treasurer of merged Actors Theatre of Louisville (ATL) from 1964-1969 and an ATL board member from 1980-81. At the time of the interview, Altman was a CPA in Louisville. Altman's interview covers the years 1963-69.

Barry Bingham, Jr. discussed the history of Actors Theatre Louisville and his involvement with it. Mr. Bingham served as president of Theatre Louisville, 1963-1964; vice president of the merged Actors Theatre of Louisville (ATL), 1964; and as a member of the ATL board of directors from 1963 until the time of this interview. He was a member of a major philanthropic family in Louisville. This interview covers 1969-1989. Restriction: cannot be broadcast without permission.

Barry Bingham Jr. is interviewed about Actors Theatre Louisville: its history and his involvement. Mr. Bingham served as president of Theatre Louisville, 1963-1964; vice president of the merged Actors Theatre of Louisville (ATL), 1964; and served as a member of the ATL Board of Directors from 1963 until the time of the interview. Bingham was a member of a major philanthropic family in Louisville. This interview covers the years 1962-1969, and includes discussion of the Humana Festival.

Founder, Theatre Louisville, Inc., 1963. Co-producer/director merged Actors Theatre of Louisville, 1964-65. At time of interview, lived in Woodstock, New York, and did free-lance directing. Block's interview covers the years 1962-1969. First interview covers the years 1974 forward.

Actor who worked on and off as an ATL repertory member beginning in 1974. Burrus discusses his career beginnings and his work at Actors Theatre.

President of Actors, Inc., 1964- ; president of merged Actors Theatre of Louisville (ATL), 1965-. At the time of the interview, Byck was living and working in California. Byck's (with Cornett) interview covers the years 1964-1966.

Actor, playwright and sister of Susan Kingsley, deceased ATL resident actor on and off 1969-1984. Cardwell's interview deals mostly with Kingsley's entire time with Actors Theatre of Louisville.

Actor-Manager, Actors Theatre of Louisville from 1965-1967; presently lives in Hollywood, California with wife, Jo Deodato, appears on TV and also does TV commercials. Jo was resident actor ATL, 1965-1967. Deodato speaks fairly briefly at the end of the interview; Clark covers opening night at the train station and the years 1965-67.

Founder of Actors, Inc. 1964: Co-Producer/Director merged Actors Theatre of Louisville (ATL) 1964-1965. As of summer 1990, living in Louisville, freelance artistic consultant, and acting at Derby Playhouse, Clarksville, Indiana. Cornett's interview covers the years 1964-1965.

Executive secretary and later receptionist at Actors Theatre of Louisville from 1966-1979. Coy's interview deals with the years 1966-1979, including the first years at the Train Station and the West Main locations.

Performed in The Pirates of Penzance which showed in 1972-1973, the first season at the Main Street location. Performed in the Lunchtime Theatre and in Adventure Theatre the same season. Took theatre class at UofL from Jon Jory and Ken Jenkins. Co-owner of Neo, a Louisville beauty salon. Crume was 22 years of age in 1972-73. Attended "Tricks" opening.

Theatregoers since they first moved to Louisville in 1967. David practices counseling; Martha runs Preservation Alliance Bookstore. Culls' interview covers plays they've seen from 1967-1989.

Bernie Dahlem was a board member of the Actors Theatre of Louisville for 17 years and its president from 1978 to 1979. Dahlem shared his journey from being a reluctant participant to a dedicated contributor to the theater. He discussed his initial involvement in the theater's construction, his subsequent engagement with the plays, and his eventual commitment to the board. Dahlem also detailed the theater's financial struggles, the board's dedication to overcoming these challenges, and the significant role of the board in the theater's operations and success. He highlighted the leadership of Jon Jory, the theater's producer, and his impact on the theater's growth and reputation. Dahlem also shared insights into the theater's production process, from lighting to actor preparation. The interview concluded with Dahlem 's reflections on his time on the board and his experience speaking at the theater's 25th-anniversary event.

Manager of restaurant "Downstairs at Actors." As of summer 1990, restaurant is called "Luckett's." Davidson's interview covers her management of the restaurant from the late 1970s to the present.

Shop foreman, ATL Scene Shop. Doenges' interview covers the late 1980s, his work as Master Foreman.

Worked with Actors Theatre of Louisville's teacher/student grant program, 1967. Professor of English and Humanities at U of L at the time of the interview, which covers his 1967 involvement with the grant program, his recollections of plays performed under Bock and Jory.

Active in Actors Associates from its 1966 beginnings. Served as its treasurer from 1966 through the following 11 years. Served as its president in 1977-78. Retired at the time of the interview.

Few was a member of the Theatre Louisville from 1964 on. She was also a board member of the merged Actors Theatre from 1965 on, and a longtime board member. As of date of interview, she was part-owner of Allen House. Few's interview covers the earliest days of Theatre Louisville and goes through 1968-69.

Cast member ATL in 1965-1966 season. Presently Louisville equity actor. Bill was a board member of Theatre Louisville, and a board member of the merged ATL. At the time of the interview, he worked in the social services. Friedlanders' interview covers the years 1964-66.

Resident actor ATL, 1974-1989. Fry's interview covers his work as an actor, 1974-89 seasons.

Board member Theatre Louisville, beginning in 1964. Board member merged ATL, beginning in 1965. At the time of the interview, he was a lawyer working in Louisville. Greenebaum's interview covers the years 1964-1967.

Gross, who is an actor, discusses his life and his role as Scott in the Actors Theater of Louisville's production of "Scott and Zelda." He is joined by Lauren Levian who discusses her role as Zelda in the same production.

A carpenter in the Actors Theatre Louisvlle scene shop, Hansen's interview covers his work as a carpenter in the late 1980s.

Began with ATL in 1973-74 as Director of Community Relations. She began her eighth year as the Associate Director in 1988-89 season. Herbert-Slater's interview covers the years 1973-89, with discussion on ATL's overseas productions, and her different positions with the organization.

President of Actors Theatre of Louisville 1968-1969. At the time of the interview, was in legal practice. This interview deals with his term on the board 1968-1969.

Member of Actors, Inc.'s original resident company. At the time of the interview, was performing regularly in regional theaters. Interview consists of recollections concerning the plays performed during the summer of 1964 through the 1965-1966 season.

Director of "Tales of the Lost Formicans" shown in the thirteenth annual Humana Festival of New American Plays. At the time of the interview, she was a free-lance director out of Los Angeles. Levitow's interview covers her artistic background, discussion of the play "Tales", and other topics.

ATL board president 1987-1989. At the time of the interview, was active in cultural aspects of Louisville. Middleton's interview covers her two terms as president and the responsibilities of the board of directors.

Served as volunteer, board member, and staff member, 1968-1986. Worked for the Louisville Orchestra at the time of this interview. Miller's interview covers her eighteen years with ATL.

Master electrician at ATL's Victor Jory Theatre. Misner's interview covers his work in the late 1980s as an electrician.

Senior critic at the Courier-Journal since 1958. Mootz's interview covers the early formation of both Theatre Louisville and Actors, Inc. and comes up to 1989.

Resident company member of Actors Theatre of Louisville since the 1969-1970 season. O'Brien's interview covers her twenty years with ATL.

ATL Scenic Designer 1972-1989. Owen's interview covers his eighteen seasons with ATL.

Senior critic at the Courier-Journal since 1962. Saunders retired in 1987, is playwright, and freelance writer. Saunders' interview covers the early years of Actors Inc., Theatre Louisville, the merger of ATL, and the present ATL.

Board member ATL 1967-1978. Former president and longtime board member through 1989. Smith's interview covers the early years of ATL going through 1989, recalling the play "Getting Out."

With ATL since 1965. At the time of the interview, he was serving as ATL's Administrative Director. Speer's interview covers the years 1965-1989 with emphasis on the business aspects.

Board member Actors, Inc., and board member of the merged ATL. A longtime ATL board member. At the time of the interview, part owner of downtown Louisville tour business. Karl was a board member, Actors, Inc., and a board member of the merged ATL. He was a longtime ATL board member. At the time of the interview, he was an attorney in Louisville.

Board member Actors, Inc., and board member of the merged ATL. A longtime ATL board member. At the time of the interview, part owner of downtown Louisville tour business. Karl was a board member, Actors, Inc., and a board member of the merged ATL. He was a longtime ATL board member. At the time of the interview, he was an attorney in Louisville.

Theatregoer and member of Actors Associates in 1980s. Wallace's interview covers the Actors Associates' volunteer responsibilities.

Ward discusses his experience as a public relations intern at the Actors Theatre of Louisville during the 1983-1984 season. He explains how his early exposure to the theatre through his father's architectural work and his own acting classes led him to pursue an internship at the theatre. Ward describes the various tasks he performed as an intern, including selling advertisements for productions, compiling actor biographies for programs, and assisting with the theatre's 20th anniversary celebrations. He also discusses the theatre's process for selecting and preparing for productions. After his internship, Ward moved to New York where he worked at the Circle in the Square Theatre and the New York Shakespeare Festival. He notes that his experience at the Actors Theatre of Louisville was instrumental in securing these positions.

Wethington's interview covers his work for ATL in the 1980s. Wethington's responsibilities include managing ushers, concessions, and show timings. He also handles special equipment for specific shows, such as headsets for simultaneous translation. Wethington shares his experiences during the Humana Festival and his thoughts on the theater's impact on new playwrights. He also discusses his personal interest in writing and how working at the theater serves as both a source of income and an educational experience for him.

Rented and ran Art in Louisville Club building. Active in Louisville cultural community. Zimmerman's interview covers the possibility that ATL would purchase the Arts in Louisville Club building.