The Performing Arts Foundation was established with federal funding in 1966 by Clint Marantz, a Huntington (N.Y.) English teacher. Composer/singer Harry Chapin served as Chairman of Development on the Board of Directors for a number of years. In the early years (1966-1969), the Performing Arts Foundation consisted of a mobile theater company, a dance ensemble, and various music groups that toured local schools. In 1971, the Playhouse was established, where fully-mounted productions were staged. After the death of Mr. Chapin, the theatre building was renamed the Harry Chapin Center. In 1982, the Performing Arts Foundation went bankrupt.
From the description of Records, 1966-[ca.1982]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122415609
