The Vitagraph Story: Chapter 1

A new play about the founding of Brooklyn's Vitagraph Studios. Written by Nellie Perera and Nina Wise.

Learn about the scrappy, ambitious innovators who established America's motion picture industry - the inventors of the world’s first movie star Florence Turner, and the earliest narrative films, stop motion animation, movie magazine, and also the original fake news. Utilizing historical sources, immersive projections, live music, and sound, The Vitagraph Story brings to life these revolutionary artists whose discoveries continue to impact the daily lives of billions of people. Join us as we celebrate the spirit of adventure, creativity, and ambition that defined the original Golden Age of cinema.

Presented by Vitagraphville LLC.

The Vitagraph Story: Chapter 1 is an Equity Approved Showcase.