Carl Betz (1956)
The Historic Elitch Theatre (HET) — one of America’s oldest summer-stock theatres — hosted rising stars and Hollywood hopefuls every season. Among them was Carl Betz, whose summers on the […]
James Coco (1964)
James Coco, the beloved character actor known for his comic brilliance and richly expressive performances on stage and screen, made a single memorable appearance at the Historic Elitch Theatre during […]
Cornelia Otis Skinner (1964)
Cornelia Otis Skinner (1899–1979) was an American actress, writer, and monologist known for her razor-sharp wit, sophisticated humor, and beautifully crafted solo performances. The daughter of acclaimed actor Otis Skinner […]
Linda Purl (1984)
In 1984, Linda Purl hit the road with the national tour of Snacks, a comedic stage play that showcased her sharp timing and versatility. The production brought her to audiences […]
Robert Drivas (1964)
A dynamic actor and visionary director, Robert Drivas brought striking intensity and artistic precision to every stage he touched. Trained at both the University of Chicago and the University of […]
Allan Jones (1979)
Jones is probably best remembered today as the male romantic lead actor in the first two films the Marx Brothers starred in for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, A Night at the Opera (1935) and A Day at the Races (1937), […]
Kathryn Givney (1934)
Katherine Givney, a member of the 1934 summer stock cast, is notable for the many connections she has to other Elitch Theatre alums! (Note the section below where we identify […]
Terri White (1987)
🎭 From Nunsense at Elitch Theatre to Broadway Greatness In the summer of 1987, the Elitch Theatre audience was treated to the powerhouse vocals and comic brilliance of Terri White […]
Peter Sellars (1973)
Before he became an internationally acclaimed director, Peter Sellars spent five summers in the mid-1970s as a Director, Producer, and Puppeteer, at the Historic Elitch Theatre. From 1973 to 1977, […]
Rose Hobart (1938)
Rose Hobart (1906–2000) was an American stage and screen actress whose career spanned more than four decades, celebrated for her elegance and versatility. She made her Broadway debut in the […]