
AADL Talks To: Russ Collins, Executive Director/CEO Marquee Arts

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.

State Of Independents - Cheap Tickets, Offbeat Design -- Is This Any Way To Run A Movie Theater? Maybe

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7
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February
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1993
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Local Theater Historic - State A Landmark

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10
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December
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1976
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Old State Theater Closer To Clothes Encounter

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4
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August
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1989
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State Theater, 1940

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1940
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New Theater Planned For Ann Arbor

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30
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November
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1940
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