“The Barter Theater first opened its doors in June 10, 1933, providing relief and diversions for Depression-era audiences. It was founded by Robert Porterfield, a young actor who suggested that audiences barter homegrown produce for admission. Its motto was “With vegetables you cannot sell, you can buy a good laugh.” Crowds were receptive to the idea of ‘ham or Hamlet,” and an estimated 80 percent of the audiences paid with fruits, vegetables, and livestock, or dairy products.” [1]
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[...] Ascription is an Anathema to any Enthusiasm › ham for hamlet “The Barter Theater first opened its doors in June 10, 1933, providing relief and diversions for Depression-era audiences. It was founded by Robert Porterfield, a young actor who suggested that audiences barter homegrown produce for admission. Its motto was “With vegetables you cannot sell, you can buy a good laugh.” Crowds were receptive to the idea of ‘ham or Hamlet,” and an estimated 80 percent of the audiences paid with fruits, vegetables, and livestock, or dairy products.” (tags: economics nanohistory economic-downturn innovation barter) [...]
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