Music Hall Memories

What is your favorite memory of Music Hall?

Over the lifetime of the structure, millions of people have entered Music Hall. Some came to dance under twinkling lights in the ballroom, swaying to the music in the arms of a beloved; others held the hand of a small child watching their first Nutcracker performance. Grandparents sat in seats in the auditorium, craning their necks to see a familiar youthful face accept a hard-won diploma. Do you remember how you felt the first time you walked into Music Hall or volunteered as an usher?

From spectacular performances of the Cincinnati Symphony, Pops, Opera or May Festival to proms, dances and weddings, Music Hall has a special place in your heart. Please share it with us!

SPMH is gathering memories, to include in our publication Music Hall Marks and to share online on this website.

Send your stories -- and, if you wish, a photo or video of that special time -- to:

Memories
SPMH
1241 Elm Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Music Hall Memories

"We came down to flower shows and the whole lobby of Music Hall was covered with potted plants and flowers."

- Millie Didlake, from the documentary Music Hall: Cincinnati Finds Its Voice

"We had a circus a time or two going on the same time as there would be concerts... and the elephants would be led in and out (and) there was a bit of aroma to go with it."

- Gene Frey, musician and former president of the Musicians Union, from an interview for Music Hall: Cincinnati Finds Its Voice

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RELATED INFORMATION

Cincinnatians describe their memories -- and you can see historic photos and discover more about the history of Music Hall -- in the documentary program Music Hall: Cincinnati Finds Its Voice, produced by CET in association with the Cincinnati Museum Center's Historical Society Library and SPMH. Order a DVD or VHS copy program today!