Columbus Historical Preservation Trust will host its 3rd Annual “Hop into Spring” Online Auction from May 1-5 to support continued restoration projects at the Stafford Opera House. More than 40 Spring-inspired items donated by local businesses and community members will be up for auction. Included are unique home décor items, delicious homemade goodies, gourmet dining...
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Curtain Call Conversations: Hammerstein to Sondheim, A Creative Legacy
A Legacy to Stand the Test of Time The most famous mentorship in Broadway history is that of Oscar Hammerstein II taking a young Stephen Sondheim under his wing and encouraging his growth as a budding composer and lyricist. They are links in a chain of mentorships dating from the days of operetta to Lin-Manuel...
Curtain Call Conversations: Girl Power on Broadway
The Importance of Women on Broadway From Ethel Merman to Patti LuPone, strong female performers have always held the spotlight on Broadway. But behind the scenes, it’s been a different story. In this lecture, we will explore some of the women who have broken the barriers in a predominantly male-based hierarchy of directors and choreographers,...
Curtain Call Conversations: From Stage to Screen
Taking Broadway to the Silver Screen From casting to reimagining, editing to dubbing, the road to making a successful screen adaptation of a Broadway musical isn’t easy. In this lecture, Debra Dickinson will give guests a behind-the-scenes look at some of the biggest blockbuster transfers from stage to screen. The Sound of Music: How did...
February 3 Magnolia Belle Orientation
Be a part of a great Columbus tradition! CHPT invites all young ladies in grades 9-12 (including incoming freshmen) who attend Columbus High School or live within the Columbus ISD boundaries and are enrolled in a recognized educational program to attend the Magnolia Belle Orientation at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 3, 2023, at the...
Have Yourself a Tasty Little Holiday Online Auction
CHPT is hosting the 3rd Annual Have Yourself a Tasty Little Holiday online auction from November 8 – 12. Funds raised will support CHPT’s “Save Our Opera House” capital campaign and will allow the organization to make much-needed repairs to the 1886 Stafford Opera House. On the priority list of repairs is modernizing the elevator,...
2023 History Forum – Women of Colorado County
Join CHPT in the Buddy Rau Room of the Stafford Opera House on Tuesday, October 17 at 6:00 p.m. for the 2023 History Forum. Women of Colorado County, presented by Ester Chandler, will take a closer look at legendary women throughout Colorado County’s history. After the presentation, the winner of the 2023 Laura Ann Rau...
Save Our Opera House Town Hall Meeting #2
Join CHPT for a second town hall meeting to learn exciting updates regarding the Save Our Opera House fundraising campaign, including total donations received, a status update on building repairs, and community events planned for 2024. This Town Hall meeting is generously sponsored by RCR Properties. Event attendees will enjoy catering from Lamberto’s Brandon House...