New Hope, Pennsylvania – The Bucks County Playhouse first opened its doors in 1939 in New Hope, Pennsylvania.
The former grinding mill was a haven for Broadway actors looking to escape the heat of New York City theaters lacking air conditioning.
The Summer Stock Theater has been the starting point for many great actors, such as Lisa Minnelli, Robert Redford and Grace Kelly.
In the 1970s, when Broadway theater was upgraded to central air, the rise of the summer stock theater movement was no more, and theaters began closing their doors.
Bucks County Playhouse remained in business until 2010, when it declared bankruptcy and was about to close its doors.
Broadway producer Jed Bernstein saw the potential in the theater and with the help of the Bridge Street Foundation was able to turn the stage.
Today, theater continues to attract big names and showcase popular shows while providing opportunities for emerging directors and actors.
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