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Michigan Theater Marquee, May 2022 Photographer: Tom Drake

Michigan Theater Marquee, May 2022 image
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2022

State Theatre Marquee through Fencing, May 2023 Photographer: Tom Drake

State Theatre Marquee through Fencing, May 2023 image
Year:
2023

Bell Tower reflected in glass, September 2022 Photographer: Tom Drake

Bell Tower reflected in glass, September 2022 image
Year:
2022

State Theatre Marquee, 2018 Photographer: Tom Drake

State Theatre Marquee, 2018 image
Year:
2018
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AADL Talks To: Russ Collins, Executive Director/CEO Marquee Arts

Russ Collins

Russ Collins grew up in Ann Arbor and received a Masters degree in Arts Administration from the University of Michigan just before becoming Manager of the Michigan Theater in November 1982. Russ walks us through the evolution of the Michigan Theater over its near-100-year history, from the vaudeville and silent film eras through the ups and downs of the celluloid and digital eras. He also takes us into the weeds of technical changes over the years; discusses historical preservation efforts in renovations to both the Michigan and the State theaters; and touches on programming and marketing challenges following the collapse of the newspaper industry. Russ will retire in December 2024.